Systems Integrator

Welcome to Stellar Code Lab the new software innovation startup incubated inside Stellar Creative Lab. We are taking the battle-tested tools that powered hits for Marvel Amazon and Netflix and turning them into commercial-grade solutions for the entire industry.

We are building the future of animation techfrom Dart AI (bridging GenAI with production pipelines) to Zipline3D (streamlining CG workflows). Join us on the ground floor as we scale from internal secret weapon to global industry standard.

If you are a systems expert who loves Infrastructure as Code and wants to work in a dynamic creative environment we want to hear from you.

The Opportunity:

Stellar Creative Lab is looking for a Systems Integrator to architect the technical infrastructure that powers our creative this role you wont just maintain systems; you will build the automated bridges between our high-performance infrastructure (Linux/Windows Arista Networking Storage) and our creative pipelines. You are the glue that ensures our artists can create without technical friction.

Key Accountabilities (What You Will Own):

Infrastructure Architecture & Automation

• Design and implement automated workflows to bridge RedHat/CentOS Linux and Microsoft Windows environments.
• Utilize Puppet and Ansible to ensure consistency across local and remote deployments (Infrastructure as Code).
• Architect the handshake scripts (Python) between software and hardware platforms to eliminate manual data entry.

Cloud & Storage Operations

• Manage the seamless flow of data between on-prem storage (NAS/Linux Filers) and Cloud services (AWS/GCP) for backups and burst rendering.
• Oversee virtualization strategies (VMWare/Docker) to create portable efficient environments for the Pipeline team.

System Reliability & Monitoring

• Consolidate system metrics into unified dashboards (Grafana/Prometheus) to provide proactive alerts for the tech and production teams.
• Troubleshoot L1-L3 networking issues to ensure high-speed data movement without bottlenecking creative throughput.

Security & Standardization

• Implement and monitor security protocols across virtualization network and storage layers.
• Manage PC setup and deployment automation to ensure new hires are integrated instantly.
• Document all integration workflows to ensure knowledge transfer and system maintainability.

The Requirements

Must-Haves:

• 5 years in Systems Engineering DevOps or Systems Integration.
• Advanced proficiency in Python for automation.
• Expert knowledge of Puppet or Ansible for large-scale synchronization.
• Deep understanding of Layer 13 networking.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience with AWS (S3 EC2) integration.
• Previous experience in VFX Animation or Render Farms.
• Experience with high-performance Linux filers.

Logistics & Physical Requirements:

• Hardware Handling: This is a hands-on role. You must be able to safely lift and rack server nodes (approx. 50 lbs) in our data center.
• Travel: Periodic travel to our co-location facility is required. As this site is not transit-accessible you must have a valid Drivers License and access to reliable transportation.

Why Join Stellar

• Hybrid Work: We offer a flexible schedule with 2-3 days in our Vancouver office.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Extended health dental and vision coverage.
• Growth: Professional development support to help you stay ahead of tech trends.
• Culture: A collaborative ego-free environment where technical expertise fuels creative magic.

At Stellar Creative Lab we believe diversity and inclusion are key to creativity and collaboration. Were committed to building a supportive open and diverse community where everyone can thrive. Were always looking for ways to improve accessibility so feel free to share any feedback or suggestions with us.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply though priority will be given to BC Residents Canadians and Canadian Permanent Residents.