Site Reliability Engineer
- Montreal, QC, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
At i3D.net, we provide world-class global coverage with one of the most interconnected networks in the world. Our solutions focus on low latency, zero packet loss, and unmatched scalability, enabling seamless experiences for millions of users worldwide. With dedicated support, bespoke solutions, and cutting-edge technology, we deliver reliable, cost-efficient infrastructure that empowers game developers and businesses to scale effortlessly. Partnering with major names like Nvidia, DuckDuckGo, and Ubisoft, we are shaping the future of gaming and network technology.
Why your role matters
As a Network SRE, you will be responsible for the stability, availability, and performance of network services. You will operate at the intersection of operations and engineering, combining day-to-day operations, incident response, and continuous improvement through automation.
You will work closely with engineering teams to deliver reliable, scalable network services.
What You’ll Be Doing
Operations & Reliability
Networking
Candidate profile
Mindset & ways of working
Why your role matters
As a Network SRE, you will be responsible for the stability, availability, and performance of network services. You will operate at the intersection of operations and engineering, combining day-to-day operations, incident response, and continuous improvement through automation.
You will work closely with engineering teams to deliver reliable, scalable network services.
What You’ll Be Doing
Operations & Reliability
- Operate and maintain highly available network infrastructure across switching, routing, and firewalls
- Proactively monitor network systems and services using observability tools
- Troubleshoot complex incidents and contribute to incident management and postmortem processes
- Maintain automation solutions for deploying, troubleshooting, and managing network infrastructure
- Drive operational efficiency through Infrastructure as Code
- Contribute to SRE best practices, including runbooks, workflows, and standardization
- Help build reliable, repeatable deployment pipelines for network services
- Identify and implement improvements in performance, resiliency, and security
- Partner with LiveOps teams to resolve complex network-related issues impacting client services
- Participate in operational support and the on-call rotation
- Maintain clear, up-to-date documentation of the network and procedures
Networking
- Expertise with datacenter networking hardware, including Juniper, Cisco/Nexus, Cumulus, and similar platforms
- Expertise with network configuration & protocols: BGP, OSPF, TCP/IP, UDP, and LACP
- Experience with configuration management tools such as AWX and related platforms
- Experience with scripting, automation, and version control systems, including Ansible, Python, Go, YAML, and Git
- Experience working with Linux operating systems
- Experience with monitoring and observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Nagios, and Kentik
- Good understanding of SRE principles, including monitoring, alerting, incident management, and postmortems
Candidate profile
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in networking, IT, or a related field
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in network operations within medium to large-scale environments; 500+ servers preferred. Experience in critical environments requiring high availability
- Network Skills: Knowledge of BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, EVPN-VXLAN, and MPLS; hands-on experience with Juniper hardware
- Automation: Experience using Ansible and scripts for network changes and small-scale automation tasks
- Tooling: NetBox and comfortable with improving and maintaining scripts. Traffic monitoring workflows with tools like Kentik and Grafana
- Troubleshooting: Methodical in solving hardware and routing issues, from cable to configuration
- Linux Knowledge:
- Broader Tech Insight: Familiar with storage, virtualization, and cloud fundamentals
- Communication:
- Certifications:
- Remote vs Onsite: This is a hybrid role, so you'll spend some time working onsite at our Montréal office. You'll need to be based in Montréal or the surrounding area and have valid authorization to work in Canada
Mindset & ways of working
- Strong interest in SRE and contributing to the establishment of SRE practices within our organization
- Reliability-first mindset with a strong focus on automation and continuous improvement
- Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism
- Global Exposure: We operate our own international backbone network, with a presence in over 60 locations worldwide.
- State-of-the-Art Technology: Work with cutting-edge service providers and data center equipment.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, healthcare, dental, physio, and access to fully paid wellness services through Dialogue.
- Work-Life Balance: Benefit from 5 weeks of vacation and additionally 5 discretionary days between Christmas and New Year's
- Skill Development: Advance your career with clear growth paths, hands-on learning, and meaningful projects.
- Free Games: Enjoy lifetime access to Ubisoft’s game library
More about this job
Responsibilities
Operate and maintain highly available network infrastructure, monitor services, troubleshoot incidents, and participate in on-call support and postmortems. Automate network deployment and management, improve reliability and performance, and collaborate with engineering and LiveOps teams while maintaining documentation and SRE practices.
Requirements
Candidates should have at least five years of network operations experience in medium- to large-scale, high-availability environments, with hands-on networking expertise and confidence troubleshooting Linux systems. Experience with Juniper, Ansible, scripting, monitoring tools, and network protocols is expected; a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is requested, and JNCIP, CCNP, or similar certifications are a plus.
Skills
- Network Operations
- Site Reliability Engineering
- Network Infrastructure
- BGP
- OSPF
- IS-IS
- EVPN-VXLAN
- MPLS
- Juniper
- Ansible
- Python
- Go
- Linux
- Infrastructure as Code
- Incident Management
- Prometheus
Benefits
- Healthcare
- Dental
- Physiotherapy
- Paid Wellness Services
- Five Weeks of Vacation
- Five Discretionary Days
- Career Development
- Free Access to Ubisoft's Game Library
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Technology
- Engineering
- Software
Keywords
- Network Site Reliability Engineering
- Network Operations
- High Availability
- Switching
- Routing
- Firewalls
- BGP
- OSPF
- IS-IS
- EVPN-VXLAN
- MPLS
- TCP/IP
- UDP
- LACP
- Juniper
- Cisco Nexus
- Cumulus
- Ansible
- AWX
- Python
- Go
- YAML
- Git
- Linux
- Infrastructure as Code
- NetBox
- Prometheus
- Grafana
- Nagios
- Kentik