Who we are
You know those big cities that still feel like small towns? Where everyone’s friendly and helps each other out? That’s like Doane Grant Thornton. Except here we’re all professionals and there isn’t a mayor or a general store. What we’re trying to say is that we’re a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. We employ about 3000 people across Canada, and we truly care about our colleagues, our clients and the communities where we work and live. That’s what’s most important to us. We’re building a thriving organization that’s purpose driven and still want to remember what your favourite milkshake flavour is.
Summary
We are seeking a skilled IT Systems Engineer with a focus on Microsoft cloud technologies to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-based infrastructure and services using Microsoft Azure. This role requires a deep understanding of Azure services and cloud computing.
As a Systems Engineer your responsibilities will include:
- Design, implement, and manage Azure-based solutions to meet business requirements
- Deploy and maintain Azure resources, including but not limited to virtual machines, storage accounts, networking components, manually and through automated deployment pipelines.
- Automate cloud operations using scripting and DevOps tools such as PowerShell, Azure CLI, or Bicep
- Assist with the architectural design, planning, and deployment of technologies
- Act as an infrastructure subject matter expert in projects working with cross-functional teams
- Research on potential technology solutions and make recommendations on best solutions to meet business requirements and operational needs
- Monitor and optimize the performance, security, and cost-efficiency of cloud infrastructure
- Follow change management processes, including the creation and review of change requests
- Ensure compliance with security policies and best practices
- Administer backup and recovery services
- Leverage AI-driven monitoring and analytics to improve infrastructure performance, reliability, and capacity planning.
- Develop and maintain AI-enabled automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and operational standards to improve efficiency and consistency.
- Evaluate and govern the secure adoption of AI technologies, ensuring compliance, security, and cost-effective operations.
- Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps
- Troubleshoot system behavior anomalies, determine root cause, and the appropriate technical resolution
- Provide level 3 incident support
- Provide operational activities when required after-hours and on weekends
- Other relevant duties as assigned and required
Doane Grant Thornton
If you’re a bit like us, you’re driven to connect with how others are feeling and thinking. Here we walk in others shoes before taking action. Just imagine being part of a team that puts “we before me”, where flexAbility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back. At Doane Grant Thornton, you’ll work with inspiring leaders who support your development, both personally and professionally. This is a place where your insatiable curiosity enables you to think, see and hear from a variety of perspectives, a place where every day is different and having the courage to grow is part of who you are. And when all this comes together, well that’s when the magic happens!
Want to learn more about who we are and how we live our purple every day? Read our colleagues’ stories at www.discoveryourpurple.ca
Think you’ve got what it takes to be a Systems Engineer? Like the colour purple? Great. Here's a few more boxes we’re also hoping you can tick:
- 5+ years professional experience in IT systems administration
- College diploma preferred (engineering or information systems related field)
- Proven experience with Microsoft Azure, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS solutions
- Strong knowledge of Azure services such as virtual machines, storage, networking and EntraID
- Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools like ARM templates, Terraform, or Bicep
- Proficiency in utilizing PowerShell and KQL
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools, including Azure DevOps, Git, and CI/CD pipelines
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Experience with Privileged Access Management solutions, including CyberArk
At Doane Grant Thornton we’re focused on making a difference in the lives of our clients, our colleagues and our communities. That’s our purpose. Or, as we like to say, living our purple.
What's in it for you?
Profit sharing, Flex days, RRSP contributions, Firmwide holiday closure, Wellness benefits, Concierge-like benefits, Work from anywhere in Canada in the summer for 4 weeks, and more!
At Doane Grant Thornton, we believe compensation should reflect more than just market data—it should reflect you. We’re serious about compensation. We benchmark regularly across a wide spectrum of roles, industries, sectors, and levels to ensure our ranges are both competitive and current. But we don’t stop there. We also consider the unique strengths, experiences, and impact each individual brings to the table. Our salary ranges are reviewed annually, and where you land within the range depends on a mix of factors—your background, your skills, and how your contributions align with internal equity. To help start the conversation, the current salary range for this role is $87,300–$113,520 in Toronto. If the role is available in other locations, the range may differ to reflect local market factors.
Our special culture shines through when we have the opportunity to connect in person. That’s why we’re working in a model where teams are required to be together in the office 4 days per week.
Are you ready to Discover Your Purple?
