Atlantic Lottery is seeking a skilled Delivery Optimization Specialist to ensure the effectiveness of our non-production environments. This role focuses on process design, optimization, and policy under Release Management governance. Collaborating with various teams to configure and maintain environment standards throughout project and enhancement delivery.
Our ideal candidate is someone who can effectively bridge the gap between the technical and business sides of the organization. They should be able to understand and articulate business objectives and how optimization efforts align with these goals. This person is not only technically proficient but also possesses a strong business acumen, ensuring that technical solutions support and drive business success.
Salary Band: 12 - $73,000 and up (Individual pay is determined by factors such as job-related skills, market conditions, relevant experience, education, training and internal equity).
Reporting to: Release Manager
Closing Date: Posting will remain open until the position is filled or interviews begin.
Work Location: Office or Hybrid option working from either our Moncton or Halifax Office
Onboarding/Probation: 3 Day min. in-office for the first 6 months, located in Moncton, NB.
Collaborate with IT Teams: Coordinate with IT support, development, and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless service delivery and minimize disruptions.
Deploy Non-Production Updates: Manage the deployment of software updates, patches, and new features according to the release schedule.
Maintain Environments: Ensure environments are clean, well-managed, and consistent.
Coordinate Configuration: Oversee the setup of non-production environments for development and testing of projects and enhancements
Optimize Resources: Assist in optimizing the use of non-production environments for efficient resource utilization.
Document and Report: Maintain detailed documentation of environment configurations and changes, and report on environment health and performance.
Support Metrics and Reporting: Track KPIs, environment utilization, and execution forecasts.
Backup Release Management: Support and backup Release Management processes as needed including scheduling of releases into the production environment.
Education and Experience:
- B.Tech in Computer Science, Business, or an equivalent degree and/or diploma.
- 5+ years of experience in IT or business, with a focus on product delivery pipelines.
- Strong understanding of project, release, and environment management principles.
- Must be 19 years of age or older to apply
- Must reside in Atlantic Canada
Professional Skills:
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams.
- Knowledge of Scrum, Waterfall, and other delivery methodologies.
- Strong communication skills for interacting with stakeholders.
- Expertise in process and metric management.
Assets:
- Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
- Familiarity with tools like JIRA and ServiceNow.
- Background in the gaming and/or gambling industry.
AL Benefits:
- Extended health coverage that includes medical, dental, and vision.
- Basic life insurance and disability.
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan.
- Three weeks of vacation annually (pro-rated) and 13 paid statutory holidays. Plus, we have a vacation purchasing program.
- Flexible Workplace Arrangements
- Wellness Support: Wellness programs focused on physical and nutritional health (and more), 3 paid personal care days and a 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program.
- Two volunteer days per year.
- Career advancement opportunities.
Recruitment Process: The last couple of years has accelerated change across our workplace, including our hiring practices! As a result, throughout your application process, you may be asked to connect with us virtually, and may not be required to meet in-person. All interviews are conducted in English, our working language, unless otherwise stated.
Internal Employees: Internal Employees interested in this opportunity must be in "good standing," which includes meeting expectations on their last performance review. Performance improvement plans, disciplinary action, attendance, mandatory training, and other performance related items will also be taken into consideration when determining the applicant's "good standing" status.
Eligibility to Work in Canada: As applicable, candidates must have acquired all required work permits/visas and other authorizations and otherwise be eligible to work in Canada at the time any offer of employment is made by AL. It is the sole responsibility of the candidate to obtain all required work permits/visas and other authorizations.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to reference checks and mandatory criminal background checks. Financial and educational background checks may also be conducted as part of our comprehensive hiring process.
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