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Senior IT Platform Administrator

@ Desjardins

Montréal, QC · Lévis, QC

HybridFull-time
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Overview

Desjardins is hiring a Senior IT Platform Administrator to run, secure and improve critical on-premises and cloud platforms. The role needs prior IT platform administration experience, cloud and security skills, and Linux, scripting and infrastructure-as-code knowledge. The posting offers a competitive salary with annual bonus, four weeks of flexible vacation and a defined benefit pension plan, with a hybrid arrangement.

Responsibilities:

  • Administer, configure and maintain on-premises and cloud IT platforms
  • Ensure availability, performance and reliability of environments
  • Manage access, permissions and security settings
  • Develop and maintain infrastructure as code automation

Requirements summary:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science
  • Experience in IT platform administration
  • Strong cloud and security best practices knowledge
  • Proficiency in Linux, bash, Python, Jira and Confluence

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Benefits mentioned

Retirement planPaid time off
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-14
First seen by our source
2026-10-10
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentIT
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
EducationBachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyComputer science
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Flexible hours, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Wellness

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Desjardins

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Full company description

Desjardins Group is the largest cooperative financial group in North America and the fifth largest cooperative financial group in the world, with assets of $435.8 billion as at March 31, 2024. It was named one of Canada's Best Employers by Forbes magazine and by Mediacorp. To meet the diverse needs of its members and clients, Desjardins offers a full range of products and services to individuals and businesses through its extensive distribution network, online platforms and subsidiaries across Canada. Ranked among the world's strongest banks according to The Banker magazine, Desjardins has some of the highest capital ratios and credit ratings in the industry and the first according to Bloomberg News.

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Reported office locations
  • 100, rue des Commandeurs, Lévis, Québec G6V 7N5, CA
  • 11 King St W, Toronto, ON M5H 4C7, CA
  • 110 9 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 0T1, CA
  • 1 Complexe Desjardins, Montreal, QC H2X, CA
Business categories
  • Banking
  • InsurTech
  • Insurance
  • Financial Services
Other recorded names
  • Desjardins
Specialties
  • Services financiers
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0

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Desjardins Group is the largest cooperative financial group in North America and the fifth largest cooperative financial group in the world, with assets of $435.8 billion as at March 31, 2024. It was named one of Canada's Best Employers by Forbes magazine and by Mediacorp. To meet the diverse needs of its members and clients, Desjardins offers a full range of products and services to individuals and businesses…

FieldValue
IndustryBanking
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersLévis, Québec
Organization typePrivately Held
SpecialtiesServices financiers
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Job description

Thank you for your interest in our opportunities! We’re pleased to inform you that your profile has been added to our IT talent community. This means that you may be contacted about opportunities that match your skills and goals, whether you’re applying to join Desjardins or already working for the organization.

By joining this talent community, you’re putting yourself at the heart of our future talent searches.

💚 Be part of the largest private IT team in Quebec! Take on challenges that match your ambitions alongside a team that shares your passion for everything IT. Be part of a booming sector where innovative ideas are welcomed at an organization that cares about sustainable development. 💻 What does IT look like at Desjardins? 1,600 apps, over 9,000 employees, 500 active projects at any given time—plus the support of a manager who’s invested in helping you sharpen your skills and advance your career.

We are looking for experienced IT platform administrators, specialized in cloud environments or on-premises infrastructure, to contribute to the management and evolution of our critical platforms.


As an Senior IT platform administrator, you play a critical role in the operation, maintenance, development and security of the organization’s IT platforms. Working closely with IT teams, you help ensure the stability, performance and availability of our technology environments. More specifically, you’ll be required to:

  • Administer, configure and maintain IT platforms (on-premises and in the cloud)
  • Ensure the availability, performance and reliability of environments
  • Manage access, permissions, and security settings
  • Contribute to proactive incident management and continuous improvement of environments
  • Develop, maintain, and design automation (including Infrastructure as Code) to optimize operations, standardize environments, and reduce manual interventions
  • Maintain clear and evolving technical documentation
  • Collaborate with IT teams, users, and vendors

What you bring to the table

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science
  • Experience in IT platform administration
  • Strong proficiency in cloud platforms/technologies and security best practices
  • Proficiency in Agile environments: Jira, Confluence
  • Proficiency in Linux environments
  • Proficiency in bash scripting, Python or similar language
  • Knowledge of infrastructure as code (IaC) practices

What we offer*

  • Competitive salary and annual bonus
  • 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
  • Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
  • Group insurance including telemedicine
  • Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

* Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

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If your application is successful, a talent acquisition advisor will reach out by email to discuss your profile.


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Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!

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