Intermediate Systems Engineer - Windows

Do you love technology? Do you thrive on the daily challenges of working in a constantly evolving field? Join our collaborative team and make a significant impact by driving innovation and excellence in our IT server and storage infrastructure.

As an intermediate systems engineer, you will support and develop Best Buy’s IT server and storage infrastructure, including both operational and project responsibilities. You will implement best practice solutions and use your considerable knowledge of Windows and Storage to improve processes, automations, designs, infrastructure as code practices and services.

We practice a remote-first working model, leveraging in-person interactions at our head office, in beautiful Vancouver, BC, for strategic, collaborative, and social purposes.

Apply now and join our collaborative technology team as an intermediate systems engineer!

What you will do as an intermediate systems engineer:

• Act as a subject matter expert and influencer for Server, Storage, Virtualization, and Cloud technologies.

• Participate in project meetings, providing expertise on Windows and Storage infrastructure requirements and best practices.

• Produce technical documentation and implement project requirements.

• Support day-to-day operations with a focus on automation and monitoring.

• Contribute to functional strategy and department vision.

• Apply Infrastructure as Code practices and drive new models of automation and CI/CD pipelines.

• Participate in sprint planning and help resolve technical impediments.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong knowledge and experience with the Windows Server family

• Strong knowledge of Storage and backup infrastructure (NetApp / PureStorage / Rubrik)

• Proficiency with PowerShell, Git, GitOps, CI/CD, GitHub + Copilot

• Experience writing automated deployment and configuration scripts using tools like Puppet, Ansible, Terraform, and Azure Cloud

• Enterprise-level experience in hybrid environments (On-premises + Azure; Dell/Cisco/HPE hardware)

• Experience with version control and bug tracking systems

• Hands-on with Ansible/Python/Terraform/Powershell/Containers/Bash

Bonus points…

• Exposure to Linux (RedHat, CentOS, Ubuntu)

• Certifications (Azure, VMware, Nutanix, Windows OS, automation platforms, ITIL/DevOps/Scrum)

• Security background and certifications

• Understanding of enterprise/solution architecture

Why you’ll love it here:

• Employee discounts on awesome tech from day one

• Flexible health benefits and wellness program

• TFSA and RRSP programs

• 100% matched company pension plan

• Training programs to build new and transferable skills 

About Best Buy              

As Canada's destination for the coolest tech, Best Buy offers one of the best work environments in the country! Our culture is one of inclusivity and belonging and provides employees an environment where they can bring their whole selves to work.

We believe in a fair and inclusive hiring process.  We encourage you to apply even if you may not meet all the requirements.

Join our amazing team!

We are looking for people just like you.

Annualized base pay range

Starting pay offered will consider skills and experience. Your pay can grow as you build your career with us.