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Senior Technology Architect

Job ID572210100-6677
CompanySuncor
LocationCalgary
ProvinceAlberta
Date Posted2019-07-17
Job TypeFull-time
Job CategoryResource Sector
Description

LOCATION: Calgary, Alberta (CA-AB)
JOB NUMBER: 29321

Why you should join us:

 

The digital landscape is changing, and we are on a journey within Suncor to transform and unleash the full potential of our people by applying digital technologies to lead the way to deliver stakeholder value, improved social well-being, and a healthy environment for today and tomorrow. In this role you will help us create the workplace of the future by developing enterprise wide technology architecture that supports business, data, and application with a focus on DevOps.

 

You will use your expertise to:

  • Ensure health and safety is at the forefront of your work and comply with our guidelines, policies, and procedures
  • Work with stakeholders to define and document architecture requirements in support of business initiatives
  • Develop infrastructure patterns to facilitate development and operations (e.g. for Dev-Ops, micro service - API ecosystem)
  • Maintain subject matter expertise on infrastructure technologies  including operating systems, databases, networking, storage, virtualization, and software define capabilities including on-premise, cloud, hybrid, and their support
  • Perform technology watch and promote the use of innovative technologies where applicable
  • Build Proof of Concepts (POC) and Proof of Values (POVs) to deliver increased infrastructure reliability, agility and affordability, and provide leadership in these areas
  • Manage and direct contractors hired to supplement the team

We’d like to review your application if you have…

 

Must-haves (minimum requirements):

  • 10 years of experience in information technology with a background in technology architecture, technical support, solutions design, and project delivery
  • Five years working experience in technology/infrastructure architecture including infrastructure as a service
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or an equivalent discipline
  • Strong knowledge of a broad range of technologies including: Linux; Microsoft Windows; SQL and noSQL databases; networking; storage; security (e.g., AAA); virtualization; web/application desktops; telephony; cloud (IaaS, PaaS, e.g. OpenShift, SaaS); Software Defined Data Centres; and systems monitoring tools
  • Knowledge of industry standards and practices (e.g., ITIL)
  • Proven communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills to advise and influence stakeholders and create collaborative partnerships
  • A self-starter attitude and continuous learning mindset  to keep abreast of digital changes and new technologies
  • The ability to manage change with stakeholders
  • Alignment with our values of: safety above all else, respect, raise the bar, commitments matter and do the right thing

Preference for:

  • Experience with VMware

Where you’ll be working, your work schedule, and other meaningful information:

  • You will work out of our Calgary head office, located in the Suncor Energy Centre at 150 – 6th Ave S.W.
  • Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday, with the potential for extended work hours based on business needs
  • Business travel (~20%) may be required to our office in Mississauga and to conferences/training

Why Suncor?

We are Canada's leading integrated energy company with a business portfolio that includes oil sands development and upgrading, offshore oil and gas production, petroleum refining, and product marketing under the Petro-Canada brand. Our global presence offers rewarding opportunities for you to learn, contribute, and grow in a variety of career-building positions. We live by the value of safety above all else – do it safely, or don’t do it. Our strong track record of growth and a focus on sustainability mean tremendous potential for the future. Learn about our mission, vision and values.

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer an attractive employee package, including:

  • Competitive base salary, compensation programs, and an annual incentive program
  • Flexible benefits package
  • Rewarding pension and savings plans

Stay connected to us:

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request. Check out our social goal to learn how we are working to build greater mutual trust and respect with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

Please note that our job postings are typically open for two weeks, so don't delay, apply now.

JOB CATEGORY: Business Professionals



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