211618 / Software Technician

Job description

Function as part of a team to validate network drivers on various OSs and hardware Execute manual and automated test cases using validation tools Manage test servers, install and configure new servers and guest OSs Create automated scripts to update and manage installed software, drivers and features File problem reports on defects found in the bug tracking database to enable SW engineers to debug and resolve problems and improve product quality Perform basic debug of the systems to assist in the problem identification and resolution Hands-on experience with Linux open source device drivers. Prefer experience with virtualization in a Linux KVM environment. Strong networking skills applied to virtualized environment, e.g. virtual switches, distributed switches, VLAN, subnets. Task automation experience and strong scripting skills: PowerShell, python, perl, bash, shell. Experience in network performance testing using tools such as netperf, iperf, ntttcp, Chariot Experience in writing documentation, creating bug reports and working with bug tracking systems CISCO or other networking certification / courses are desired (but not mandatory) Strong knowledge in working with different server hardware (i.e. HP, Dell, Supermicro, etc.) BS in CS or Computer Engineering or equivalent of minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE NOT ABLE TO WORK WITH CANDIDATES ON H1B VISAS OR CANDIDATES REPRESENTED BY THIRD PARTIES. Procom is a leading provider of professional IT services and staffing to businesses and governments in Canada. With revenues over $500 million, the Branham Group has recognized Procom as the 3rd largest professional services firm in Canada and is now the largest “Canadian-Owned” IT staffing/consulting company. Procom’s areas of staffing expertise include: • Application Development • Project Management • Quality Assurance • Business/Systems Analysis • Datawarehouse & Business Intelligence • Infrastructure & Network Services • Risk Management & Compliance • Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery • Security & Privacy Specialties• Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation) • Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation) • ICAP (Contractor Payroll) • Flextrack (Vendor Management System)