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Software Developer - DevOps/Infrastructure (Job Req #2025-292)

Ross Video

Ross Video

Software Engineering, Other Engineering
Ottawa, ON, Canada
Posted on Jun 26, 2025

Job overview:

We are reshaping live media production through innovative cloud and hybrid solutions built for flexibility, scalability, and security. We’re looking for a DevOps Engineer to help build, scale, and maintain our infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, automation workflows, and cloud operations. This role demands strong technical expertise in networking, server hardware, virtualization, and cloud infrastructure. You’ll work closely with development teams to ensure smooth, reliable software delivery, while also supporting Sales and Marketing, engaging with stakeholders, and contributing to customer success. From infrastructure as code to automated deployments, you’ll play a key role across all aspects of our DevOps practice.

Who you report to: Manager of Software Development - Cloud, Cloud and Enterprise Management.

What we offer:

Ross offers competitive salaries and comprehensive health plans, as well as several perks to help you perform at your best.

Some of these perks include flexible hours, generous paid time off, fitness/wellness allowance, employee share ownership program, development support and a ton of fun social activities and events!

Best of all, you will be part of the Ross Video family, and we’ve got a pretty energizing environment here.

What the job is all about:

  • Provision and manage cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform.
  • Automate routine tasks and workflows using scripting languages (Python, Bash).
  • Ensure system security through best practices, including access control, encryption, and compliance.
  • Identify and implement improvements to enhance infrastructure efficiency, reliability, and security.
  • Maintain clear, up-to-date documentation for infrastructure and automation processes.
  • Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI/CD or similar tools.
  • Package and deploy applications using Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Manage configuration and release processes using Helm.
  • Enable smooth deployments, rollback mechanisms, and environment orchestration.
  • Administer and optimize cloud infrastructure for scalability, availability, and cost efficiency.
  • Monitor system performance, usage, and costs, implementing tuning and optimization as needed.
  • Manage patches, upgrades, and deployments with minimal disruption.
  • Respond to incidents, perform root cause analysis, and apply corrective actions.
  • Implement monitoring, alerting, backup, and disaster recovery strategies.
  • Ensure regulatory and security compliance across systems and environments.

Who you are:

  • 3-5 years (minimum) in a DevOps, SRE, or Cloud Engineering role.
  • Hands-on experience with public cloud platforms, especially AWS (e.g., EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, EKS); familiarity with Azure or GCP is a plus.
  • Proficient in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, OpenTofu, or Crossplane.
  • Experience with configuration management tools like Ansible.
  • Strong scripting skills in Python, Bash, and PowerShell.
  • Solid understanding of containerization with Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes.
  • Experience managing Kubernetes deployments using Helm; familiarity with GitOps tools like ArgoCD or Flux is a plus.
  • Deep knowledge of CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, GitHub Actions.
  • Experience with version control (Git, GitLab).
  • Familiarity with Agile delivery practices and development workflows.
  • Experience implementing and maintaining monitoring and observability using Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, or New Relic.
  • Knowledge of incident response, performance tuning, and security best practices.
  • Ability to optimize infrastructure for scalability, availability, and cost-efficiency.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to distill complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and experience working in collaborative, cross-functional environments.

Bonus points if you have the following:

  • Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB).
  • Experience with Windows and Linux (Ubuntu) administration.
  • Knowledge of microservices architectures and API gateways.
  • Familiarity with high-availability SaaS environments and production systems.
  • Understanding of networking, cybersecurity, and governance practices.
  • Experience in media, entertainment, or broadcast industries.
  • Experience supporting sales/marketing efforts or responding to RFPs.
  • Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.