Sr. System Technologist

Role overview

This role is being recruited through a partner organization that handles applications and all subsequent hiring steps. The position is based in Canada and focuses on advanced systems engineering, mission-critical communications, and hands-on field support. You will help ensure that large-scale public safety and government communication networks remain highly available, reliable, and performant. The work combines troubleshooting, system tuning, and end-to-end technical ownership in demanding environments, while partnering with engineering, project management, and client teams to deploy and sustain modern communication infrastructure.

Key accountabilities

• Deliver advanced technical assistance for mission-critical communication platforms, including fault isolation, optimization, and performance tuning across RF, broadband, and IP-based systems.
• Set up, configure, program, test, and document sophisticated communication solutions while maintaining high reliability and adherence to technical standards.
• Maintain LAN/WAN environments, working with routers, switches, firewalls, cabling, and broader network infrastructure across distributed deployments.
• Investigate and fix server, operating system, and application issues in Windows and Linux environments, including virtualization stacks.
• Work alongside engineering, project management, and customer stakeholders to design, deploy, and transition communication systems into live operation.
• Create technical documentation, weekly progress updates, and operational reports for stakeholders.
• Resolve complex system problems under pressure while keeping service interruptions to a minimum in critical environments.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in telecommunications, networking, RF systems, IT infrastructure, or mission-critical communications.
• Strong practical knowledge of IP networking, including TCP/IP, Ethernet, Layer 2/Layer 3, and MPLS, along with hands-on LAN/WAN experience.
• Good working understanding of server environments such as Windows Server and Linux, plus virtualization tools like VMware.
• Experience with communication systems, RF technologies, broadband/LTE, or public safety networks is strongly preferred.
• Ability to install, configure, and troubleshoot network and server equipment such as routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to stay effective in high-pressure, field-based situations.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A bachelor’s or associate’s degree in IT, Telecommunications, Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be eligible for government security clearance.
• Willingness to travel extensively, with travel expected at more than 50%.

Benefits

• Competitive pay package based on experience and expertise.
• Health, dental, and wellness coverage, where applicable.
• The opportunity to contribute to essential national public safety communication systems.
• Growth opportunities in advanced networking, RF, and systems engineering.
• Hands-on field experience on high-impact technical projects across Canada.
• Training and skill development in modern communication and infrastructure technologies.
• A stable, long-term opportunity within mission-critical technology environments.

Application and hiring process

This listing explains that applications are reviewed through an AI-supported matching process designed to screen candidates against the role requirements. Shortlisted profiles are passed to the employer, and interviews, assessments, and final hiring decisions are handled by the hiring company’s internal team. The notice also states that applicant data may be processed for evaluation and shared with the employer, and that AI tools may assist with parts of the recruitment workflow while human judgment remains in charge of final decisions.

Additional information

The role is highly technical and field-oriented, and it supports communication systems that are important to public safety and emergency response operations across Canada. The work environment requires strong networking expertise, confident problem-solving, and a customer-facing approach.