Toast is hiring on behalf of a well-established startup harnessing AI to enhance military and defense surveillance applications. They push technical boundaries at the forefront of AI and are looking for a DevOps Engineer to join their team and contribute to building a more stable and efficient product.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about DevSecOps and MLOps, with an interest in developing deployable AI software. The role focuses on building and maintaining high-functioning pipelines and infrastructure, ensuring software deployment is seamless and effective.

The company offers flexible work hours, generous vacation policies, and a collaborative environment that values work-life balance. Whether you need to adjust your schedule for family commitments or prefer working remotely, this company supports diverse work styles to help employees thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain DevSecOps and MLOps pipelines for AI software deployment
Ensure software stability through CI/CD pipelines using GitLab
Work with Docker for deployment on x86 and ARM64 infrastructures, including Nvidia Jetsons
Utilize Kubernetes, Rancher, and Helm to support MLOps data pipelines
Implement license compliance and best practices for security and networking
Collaborate with a small, multidisciplinary team to drive innovation

Requirements

Must-Have Qualifications:

5+ years of industry experience in software deployment
Experience developing and maintaining deployable code
Proficiency with Docker, Kubernetes, Rancher, and Helm
Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, particularly GitLab
Familiarity with version control (Git) and Agile development
Interest in machine learning and AI applications
Ability to work independently and within a small team

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

Experience in networking and cybersecurity
Knowledge of MLOps and Nvidia Jetsons deployment
Proficiency with Ansible and technical writing

Security Clearance Requirements:
Due to the nature of this company’s work in the aerospace and defense sectors, candidates must meet security clearance requirements, including:

Canadian citizenship or permanent residency
Residency in Canada for the past 10 years
No extended travel outside Canada for more than six consecutive months in the past decade
Disclosure of dual citizenship, if applicable

Benefits

Paid Vacation: 5 weeks of flexible paid time off, plus an additional paid week during the holiday season (total of 6 weeks)
Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on your first day
Professional Development: Training and development allowances to support continuous learning
Relocation Support: A 10% salary top-up for those relocating to Kelowna, BC, paid out quarterly
Remote Work Perks: For remote employees, the company covers costs for quarterly meetings in Kelowna and offers a $6,000 annual travel budget for work-related trips

This role offers an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technology in a flexible and supportive environment. If you're passionate about DevOps and AI-driven innovation, this company would love to hear from you!