Development Ops Engineer

Job Title: Development Ops Engineer
Job Location: Remote (Toronto, ON)

Job Type: T4 Contract

Experience: 5+ Years

Rate: CAD 45 - 50 per hour

Role Summary: NearSource is seeking a Development Ops Engineer with strong software engineering and DevOps experience to maintain, secure, and support cloud-based and desktop software applications. The role focuses on cloud infrastructure management, CI/CD pipeline maintenance, technical documentation, software troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of deployment and maintenance processes.

About the Project: The role supports software products that enable customers to visualize 3D models in virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR). These products include cloud and web components for model uploading, processing, browsing, and synchronization, along with multiplayer capabilities and Unity clients for VR experiences across multiple devices.

The selected candidate will collaborate with Infrastructure, Engineering, and Customer Success teams to maintain reliable software operations, improve system documentation, and strengthen DevOps practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain cloud-based and desktop software products in collaboration with Infrastructure and Engineering teams, ensuring security, stability, and compliance with applicable Autodesk Platform policies.
• Support the Customer Success team by troubleshooting customer-reported issues and implementing software fixes, patches, and maintenance updates.
• Analyze the end-to-end architecture of supported products and reverse-engineer existing systems to create comprehensive technical documentation.
• Manage cloud infrastructure and maintain CI/CD pipelines in alignment with established DevOps best practices.
• Execute regular software patching, security updates, and performance tuning to maintain application reliability.
• Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of deployment processes and software delivery workflows.
• Document system architecture, operational processes, and maintenance procedures to improve knowledge sharing across engineering teams.
• Take ownership of ongoing software support, infrastructure maintenance, and operational reliability for the supported products.

Must-Have Skills

• 5+ years of experience in software development.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a similar field.
• Experience working with full-stack models, services, and cloud deployment.
• Proficiency in either Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Experience understanding and working with full-stack software using Go, JavaScript, and React.
• Proficiency in databases, specifically NoSQL databases such as DynamoDB and MongoDB.
• Experience with either Jenkins or Buildkite for CI/CD.
• Experience with DevOps tools, including Docker, Terraform, and Linux.
• Proficiency in Git and knowledge of GitHub.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles and the ability to maintain desktop and cloud-based software applications.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently with a self-starter mindset.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Master's degree in Computer Science or a similar technical field.
• Proficiency in both Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Experience with C# for desktop application development.
• Proficiency in gRPC and Protocol Buffers (Protobuf).
• Basic experience with the Unity game engine.
• Experience with TestFlight.
• Knowledge of software installers.
• Knowledge of Jenkins, Buildkite, and Bitbucket Pipelines.
• Knowledge of Electron.

Top 3 Must-Haves

• Infrastructure and DevOps expertise: Demonstrated experience with AWS and/or GCP, including cloud infrastructure management and DevOps best practices.
• Software engineering and application maintenance: Familiarity with understanding, supporting, and maintaining desktop and cloud-based software applications.
• Ownership and independent execution: Evidence of a self-starter mindset and ownership of software support, maintenance, and DevOps responsibilities across multiple products.

Apply now, or share your resume with salary expectations at careers@nearsource.ca. Thank you for considering a career with us! Once you submit your application, our Talent Acquisition team will review your resume thoroughly. If there's a strong match, we'll reach out to discuss your experience, role details, benefits, compensation, and next steps. While we strive for transparency, we may not be able to respond to every applicant due to high volume, but we genuinely appreciate your time and interest

About NearSource: NearSource Technologies is a trusted partner for future-ready software consulting, enabling Fortune 500 enterprises to accelerate digital transformation. Our global engineering teams build and deploy impactful technology for some of the world's most admired brands, working directly on long-term client initiatives.

Equal Opportunity Statement: NearSource is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or background. Innovation thrives when everyone feels empowered to contribute.