Sr ELK Stack Engineering

Job description

Position Description:

CGI is a global business and technology service provider. CGI is on a mission to help financial services organizations focus on servicing their clients. CGI supports 15 of the top 20 banks worldwide and our top 10 banking clients have worked with us for 26 years on average. Our clients have seen the value and commitment we bring through our products. This is why nearly $1.6 trillion in assets managed through CGI’s portfolio management, investment fund and asset management solutions.

This role is hybrid and requires you to be in our downtown Toronto office (250 Yonge Street) / client office 3 times per week - subject to change at any time.

Overview: This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining the ELK stack to collect, store, process, and analyze log data from various sources. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana, and related technologies. You will work closely with the development, operations, and security teams to ensure that the ELK stack is functioning efficiently and securely.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

• Design and Implementation: Architect and deploy ELK stack solutions tailored to the needs of various projects and clients.
• Maintenance and Optimization: Regularly monitor and optimize the performance of the ELK stack to ensure high availability and reliability.
• Data Integration: Develop and manage data pipelines using Logstash to ingest data from diverse sources.
• Visualization: Create and maintain real-time dashboards in Kibana to provide actionable insights.
• Collaboration: Work closely with development, operations, and security teams to integrate ELK stack solutions into existing workflows.
• Security: Implement and maintain security best practices within the ELK stack environment.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues related to the ELK stack and its components.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of the ELK stack architecture, configurations, and procedures.
• Training and Support: Provide training and support to team members and clients on ELK stack usage and best practices.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

• Experience: Proven experience with Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana.
• Programming Skills: Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or experience with API development.
• Dashboard Development: Expertise in creating real-time dashboards using Kibana.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Collaboration: Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Adaptability: Ability to work in a hybrid environment and adapt to changing schedules and requirements.
• Security Knowledge: Understanding of security best practices related to the ELK stack.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Preferred Qualifications:
• Certifications: Relevant certifications in Elasticsearch or related technologies.
• Cloud Experience: Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Automation: Familiarity with automation tools and scripting.

Disclaimer: Use of the term ‘engineering’ in this job posting refers to the technical sense related to Information Technology (IT) and does not imply that the individual practices engineering or possesses the requisite license as prescribed by the applicable provincial or territorial engineering regulator. We are seeking individuals with expertise in IT engineering-related functions, but licensure from an engineering regulator is not a prerequisite for this position. Engineering is a regulated profession in Canada which is restricted in terms of use of titles and designation.

Use of the term ‘engineering’ in this job posting refers to the technical sense related to Information Technology (IT) and does not imply that the individual practices engineering or possesses the requisite license as prescribed by the applicable provincial or territorial engineering regulator. We are seeking individuals with expertise in IT engineering-related functions, but licensure from an engineering regulator is not a prerequisite for this position. Engineering is a regulated profession in Canada which is restricted in terms of use of titles and designation.

Skills:

·  Kibana
·  Kibana
·  Kibana
·  Logstash
·  Java
·  Python
·  RESTful (Rest-APIs)

What you can expect from us:

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

At CGI, we recognize the richness that diversity brings. We strive to create a work culture where all belong and collaborate with clients in building more inclusive communities. As an equal-opportunity employer, we want to empower all our members to succeed and grow. If you require an accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will be happy to assist.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.