Technical Architect II
Req Id: 431411
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Summary
Key Responsibilities
- Infrastructure Standards & Evaluation
- Implement and standardize our physical server infrastructure (bare metal) solutions to ensure a scalable, reliable, and high-performance foundation for our cloud services.
- Evaluate the technical requirements and feasibility of incoming bare metal requests, ensuring optimal resource allocation and alignment with our standards.
- Implement and maintain robust security hardening for bare metal servers through advanced configuration management, access controls, and encryption.
- Assess plan and coordinate critical software and firmware updates, guiding the team on security patches and performance enhancements.
- Automation & Operational Excellence
- Develop and implement the automation of repetitive tasks using scripting (Python, Bash) and automation tools (Ansible) to streamline operations and enhance consistency.
- Configure, monitor, and optimize the health, and performance of cloud computing physical servers (such as HPE, DELL, Cisco, Supermicro, etc.).
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex software issues, hardware failures, kernel panics, and system performance degradation.
- Ensure all bare-metal deployments comply with regulatory requirements and internal governance policies.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of system configurations and procedures to empower the team and ensure operational continuity
- Leadership & Collaboration
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to a team of two technical support specialists in a dynamic, agile environment.
- Collaborate closely with vendors and internal teams to deliver efficient support solutions and contribute to cross-functional problem resolution.
Critical Qualifications
- Degree in Computer Science or Information Science
- 5 to 10 years of technical and operation experience in IT
- Strong knowledge of physical server hardware and data center management
- Advanced Linux knowledge (medium to high level)
- Experience building and maintain Ansible playbooks (including Ansible tower)
- Server hardware and firmware management tools:
- HPe OneView
- HPe OneView Global Dashboard
- DellEMC OpenManage
- DellEMC SupportAssist Enterprise
- Cisco Intersight
- Python/API (intermediate to advance)
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
- Strong time management skills and work ethic to manage multiple accountabilities.
- Ability to build relationships and work effectively with internal players and vendors
- Embrace change within the same team
- Available to work 24/7 on call (rotating schedule)
Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.
Additional Information:
Position Type: Management
Job Status: Regular - Full Time
Job Location: Canada : Ontario : Toronto || Canada : Ontario : Mississauga || Canada : Quebec : Montreal
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Application Deadline: 08/03/2026
For work arrangements that are ‘Hybrid’, successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.
Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.
We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy, positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well-being of you and your family. As soon as you join us, you'll be eligible for medical, dental, vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus, as a Bell team member, you'll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners.
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Created: Canada, ON, Toronto
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