Intermediate Application Specialist

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Intermediate Application Specialist for a 1 year contract. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar role and a strong interest in DevOps, CI/CD, and software automation. You will play a critical part in supporting, deploying, and optimizing IBM Rational Test Virtualization (RTV) and related toolchains to ensure the seamless delivery of quality software across environments. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Build, install, configure, and troubleshoot the Rational Test Virtualization (RTV) application. 

• Deploy code and manage secure environments supporting RTV infrastructure. 

• Collaborate with Developers and QA teams to diagnose, recreate, and resolve complex system and application issues. 

• Participate in Agile ceremonies (Kanban/Scrum), contributing to estimation, planning, and delivery. 

• Engage in a rotating on-call schedule and be available for off-hours/weekend support when required. 

• Champion DevOps best practices and culture to improve software quality and deployment velocity. 

• Support and maintain Linux (RHEL) and Windows server environments. 

• Continuously learn and adopt emerging technologies relevant to the role. 

• 3-5 years of experience in a similar application support or DevOps role. 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience. 

• Experience supporting and managing Linux (RHEL) and Windows operating systems. 

• Proficiency in at least one scripting language: Bash, PowerShell, Python, PHP, Java, or Groovy. 

• Working knowledge of Continuous Integration/Delivery (CI/CD) tools such as GitLab or similar platforms. 

• Hands-on experience with Rational Test Virtualization or similar service virtualization tools. 

• Basic understanding of cloud service providers: AWS, GCP, or Azure. 

• Familiarity with containerization technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes (K8s). 

• Knowledge of networking fundamentals and general software automation principles. 

• Experience with logging and monitoring solutions such as ELK Stack, Splunk, Zabbix, or Prometheus. 

• Proficiency in GIT or other version control systems. 

• Understanding of Agile Software Development methodologies. 

Key Attributes:

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. 

• Highly innovative, adaptable, and self-directed. 

• Passion for DevOps practices and continuous improvement. 

• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and effectively. 

Location: Onsite, Toronto, ON

Type of Job: Temporary, Contractor

Contract Start/End Date: Nov 3, 2025 to Oct 31, 2026

Length of Contract: 12 months with the possibility of extension