Founding DevOps/Platform Engineer
2 weeks ago
Our client is seeking a hands-on DevOps Leader to drive operations and systems while contributing directly as a power IC (individual contributor). This is a founding-level role that focuses on building, scaling, and maintaining cloud infrastructure while ensuring reliability, scalability, and security across our systems. You’ll be the first DevOps hire, responsible for owning the infrastructure (GCP, Postgres, OpenAI integrations, etc.) and setting the foundation for world‑class operations. The right candidate thrives in fast‑moving environments, takes ownership, and ships quickly without sacrificing quality. Key Responsibilities Serve as the lead for operations and systems , owning all aspects of infrastructure. Build, scale, and support our cloud environment (GCP, Postgres, OpenAI integrations). Architect and manage CI/CD pipelines (Cloud Build, GitHub Actions, or similar). Ensure operational excellence : monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving outages (including off‑hours support if needed). Implement containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and automated testing for cloud deployments. Drive adoption of observability practices (Cloud Monitoring, Logging, Alerting). Implement advanced security and compliance frameworks (SOC2, HIPAA, ISO). Optimize databases for scalability, performance, and reliability. Ship fast while balancing long‑term reliability and quality . Qualifications 10+ years of professional engineering experience (Staff/Principal level). Currently in an IC role and actively engaged in hands‑on work (not management‑only). Strong DevOps/Infrastructure background with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) . Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, GKE). Advanced skills in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Pulumi, Deployment Manager). Hands‑on experience supporting cloud‑based applications and databases (OpenAI, GCP, Postgres). Familiarity with distributed systems and CI/CD practices. Available to work onsite in Ottawa (150 Isabella) — relocation considered for exceptional candidates. Bonus Skills Full stack development experience (backend‑leaning preferred): Proficiency in TypeScript, Node.js, React/Next.js . Experience building APIs and backend services. Experience with AI/LLM development : Prompt engineering, Chain of Thought, Multi‑Agent systems. Production experience with RAG, evals, and LLM‑based applications. Broader dev experience (mobile apps, Chrome extensions, telephony APIs). Experience with additional GCP services like Cloud Run, BigQuery, CloudSQL . Startup or founder experience. Notable side projects or passion work. Who You Are A force of nature — a builder who ships fast and gets things done. Obsessed with quality, scalability, and impact . A true power IC who thrives in high‑growth, startup environments. Excited to set the foundation for infrastructure and engineering culture at a company built to scale. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Staffing and Recruiting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at TeamBuilder Consulting by 2x Get notified about new Platform Engineer jobs in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Founding DevOps/Platform Engineer
2 weeks ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada TeamBuilder Consulting Full time $1,800,000 - $2,000,000 per yearAbout the RoleOur client is seeking ahands-on DevOps Leaderto drive operations and systems while contributing directly as a power IC (individual contributor). This is afounding-level rolethat focuses onbuilding, scaling, and maintaining cloud infrastructurewhile ensuring reliability, scalability, and security across our systems.You'll be the first DevOps...
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Founding DevOps/Platform Engineer
2 weeks ago
Ottawa, Canada TeamBuilder Consulting Full timeOur client is seeking a hands-on DevOps Leader to drive operations and systems while contributing directly as a power IC (individual contributor). This is a founding-level role that focuses on building, scaling, and maintaining cloud infrastructure while ensuring reliability, scalability, and security across our systems. You’ll be the first DevOps hire,...
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Founding DevOps/Platform Engineer
2 weeks ago
Ottawa, Canada TeamBuilder Consulting Full timeOur client is seeking a hands-on DevOps Leader to drive operations and systems while contributing directly as a power IC (individual contributor). This is a founding-level role that focuses on building, scaling, and maintaining cloud infrastructure while ensuring reliability, scalability, and security across our systems. You’ll be the first DevOps hire,...
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Founding DevOps/Platform Engineer
21 hours ago
ottawa, Canada TeamBuilder Consulting Full timeAbout the RoleOur client is seeking a hands-on DevOps Leader to drive operations and systems while contributing directly as a power IC (individual contributor). This is a founding-level role that focuses on building, scaling, and maintaining cloud infrastructure while ensuring reliability, scalability, and security across our systems.You’ll be the first...
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Founding DevOps/Platform Engineer
1 week ago
Ottawa, ON, Canada TeamBuilder Consulting Full timeAbout the Role Our client is seeking a hands-on DevOps Leader to drive operations and systems while contributing directly as a power IC (individual contributor). This is a founding-level role that focuses on building, scaling, and maintaining cloud infrastructure while ensuring reliability, scalability, and security across our systems. You’ll be the first...
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Founding DevOps Platform Engineer
2 weeks ago
Ottawa, Canada TeamBuilder Consulting Full timeA leading consulting firm in Ottawa is seeking a hands-on DevOps Leader to manage cloud infrastructure and ensure operational excellence. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of engineering experience, a strong DevOps background, and thrives in fast-paced environments. Responsibilities include owning infrastructure, managing CI/CD pipelines, and driving...
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Founding DevOps Platform Engineer
2 weeks ago
Ottawa, Canada TeamBuilder Consulting Full timeA leading consulting firm in Ottawa is seeking a hands-on DevOps Leader to manage cloud infrastructure and ensure operational excellence. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of engineering experience, a strong DevOps background, and thrives in fast-paced environments. Responsibilities include owning infrastructure, managing CI/CD pipelines, and driving...
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Founding DevOps Platform Engineer
2 weeks ago
Ottawa, Canada TeamBuilder Consulting Full timeA leading consulting firm in Ottawa is seeking a hands-on DevOps Leader to manage cloud infrastructure and ensure operational excellence. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of engineering experience, a strong DevOps background, and thrives in fast-paced environments. Responsibilities include owning infrastructure, managing CI/CD pipelines, and driving...
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Remote Staff DevOps Engineer — Terraform
3 weeks ago
Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, Vancouver, Edmonton, Old Toronto, Ottawa, Mississauga, Quebec, Winnipeg, Halifax, Saskatoon, Burnaby, Hamilton, Victoria, Surrey, Halton Hills, London, Regina, Markham, Brampton, Vaughan, Kelowna, Laval, Southwestern Ontario, R, Canada DevOps projects Full timeA leading health tech company is seeking a Staff DevOps Engineer to transform healthcare through technology. This remote position involves leading DevOps practices, optimizing CI/CD pipelines, and enhancing system observability. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in DevOps, expertise in Terraform and Kubernetes, and advanced Python...
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Staff DevOps Engineer
2 hours ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Quix Recruitment Group Full time $120,000 - $200,000 per yearOur client is a stealth-stage AI startup on a mission to build the AI travel agent of the future, transforming the $9 trillion global travel industry. Backed by $40M in seed funding from top-tier VCs, the company is creating a vertically integrated travel solution unlike anything in the market.They are seeking aStaff DevOps Engineerto join the founding team...
