In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal's Top Employers in 2025. We are a dynamic and growing organization having its main establishment located in downtown Montreal and part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future. Note that the position may be in the Canadian Branch of BNP Paribas or in one of its subsidiaries based in Montreal.
The position at a glance
Reporting locally to the Head of Automation Services in AMER and functionally to the Global Head of Automation Services in EMEA, the production Engineer will be accountable for the technical support as well as the projects delivery for the Production and non-production platforms
Main activities of the Team
Design, build and Run of the Automation platform and DataOps platform including monitoring and alerting.
Support L1/L2/L3 on products in scope.
Automate Release deployment leveraging DevSecOps platform.
Contribute on standardization and Industrialization of the software packaging and deployment leveraging the CIB DevSecOps Platform
Release Deployment
In detail
Incident and Problem Management
Ensures all incidents are correctly logged in the Bank incident management system with relevant details ﴾downtime, slowness etc.﴿ and ownership of their resolution.
Ownership on the root causes analysis
Liaises with upstream/downstream systems owners, Project and task management, Drives the technical projects from requirements gathering through to design, build and run phases. Ensures the projects get the right priority and budget in place.
Release and Change Management
Make sure the releases follow standard SDLC practices leveraging the standard DevSecOps pipeline.
End to End Release management from development environment to Production environments.
Liaise with the dependent teams to ensure enhancements and bug fixes are prioritized and completed as appropriate.
Coordination for Infrastructure change
Security and Control
BCP/DR strategy, management, and testing
Ensure platform is compliant with Security standards
Review and make sure controls are accurate and done in time for the perimeter
Reporting
Produce relevant consolidated reports and dashboard including meaningful KPIs on the following topics:
Platform usage and capacity
Main projects
Team activity
Contribute to Controls, Risk Assessments and various compliance requirements as needed.
Work Conditions
This position provides for standard working conditions in an office and a normal work schedule from Monday to Friday
Participate to the global on Call
Weekend activities on needed basis for DR, Platform patches and upgrade to be scheduled within the local team or globally if possible
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent work experience
7+ years: Industry experience.
7+ years: System administrator experience with CA AutoSys solutions (r12.1.x or before)
Hands on experience managing the CA AutoSys/Workload Automation AE product line – Specifically AutoSys WAAE r12.1.x.
Solid understanding of Linux / Windows shell and scripting.
Familiar with Python and/or other scripting tools
Exposure to relational databases and SQL. Familiarity with Oracle.
Hands on experience of deployment and release management.
Knowledge of ServiceNow Incident/Change/Request Management process is added advantage.
Ability to work independently, as a member of a team but also to manage one
Ability to balance workload and manage the responsibilities for the platform.
Critical thinking/analytical skills.
Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills.
Proven ability to communicate complex information in simple terms.
Ability to prioritize and manage urgent deliverables as needed.
Demonstrated ability to work in high intensity situations maintaining attention to detail.
Ability to negotiate with peer groups and business partners.
Ability to speak or present information in confident, clear, concise direct manner to peers and Senior Leaders.
Assertive and decisive character with excellent leadership and discussion facilitation skills.
Technical skills
Hands on experience managing the CA AutoSys/Workload Automation AE product line – Specifically AutoSys WAAE r12.1.x.
Solid understanding of Linux / Windows shell and scripting.
Familiar with Python and/or other scripting tools
Exposure to relational databases and SQL. Familiarity with Oracle.
Hands on experience of deployment and release management.
Knowledge of ServiceNow Incident/Change/Request Management process is added advantage.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to balance workload and manage the responsibilities for the platform.
Critical thinking/analytical skills.
Soft skills
Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills.
Proven ability to communicate complex information in simple terms.
Ability to prioritize and manage urgent deliverables as needed.
Demonstrated ability to work in high intensity situations maintaining attention to detail.
Ability to negotiate with peer groups and business partners
- Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Professional working proficiency in English language is required
What’s in it for you
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements are available for most positions. In-office presence is required a minimum of 3 days per week, one of which must be on a Monday and/or a Friday. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.
What you need to know
We will review candidates as they apply, so don’t wait to submit your application;
BNP Paribas is committed to accessibility and inclusion. During the recruitment process, accommodation needs are available at all times for candidates. You will have the chance to make a request for an accommodation during your application.
You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas’ office(s) is an essential function of this position;
If you are applying and accepted to a position which requires working in/for the U.S. securities industry, you will be required to provide your fingerprints and undergo additional background checks by the FBI. BNP Paribas Securities Corporation is required to maintain a supervisory program over the conduct of its Associated Persons; some of your personal data will be transmitted to the United States of America and made available to US regulators. Please reach out to BNPP for additional information; or you can also find an overview here: 3110. Supervision FINRA.org
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments
At BNP Paribas all employees are on an equal footing allowing us to create a work environment that values and respects people for their talents, skills and competences.
BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).
About us
BNP Paribas is the top bank in the European Union and a major international banking establishment. Present in 63 countries, with more than 180,000 employees, the bank holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services.
BNP Paribas’ mission is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising its clients according to the highest ethical standards, while striving to respond to essential concerns in terms of the environment, regional development and social inclusion.
Since 1961, BNP Paribas has supported large Canadian companies and institutions in their business development by offering a full range of specialized financial services and investment products.
With over 1,400 employees, BNP Paribas in Canada continues to attract experts from diverse fields as well as ambitious young talent from around the world. We are proud to offer our employees a rewarding and international workplace where they can build their professional careers by honing their skills, meeting challenges and enriching their knowledge of the financial industry.
Our certifications and partnerships
Montreal’s Top Employers 2025
Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2025
Women in Governance – Parity certified - Platinum certification
Pride at Work Canada
Part of Les Affaires top 300 companies in Quebec
Synclusiv
Ready, Willing and Able
Autisme sans Limites
LinkedIn Top Companies 2024
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*** While the description above describes our ideal candidate, we encourage applicants to apply even if they do not fully meet the complete list of qualifications noted***
