Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.
WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now were going global.
Join us, this is where your career story takes off.
The Specialist – DevOps works on the DevOps practice team and is responsible for designing, building, and continuously improving the DevOps tooling, CI/CD pipelines, and automation capabilities that enable secure, reliable, and scalable software delivery across WestJet Technology.
This role delivers reusable platforms and standards (e.g., source control and build patterns, pipeline templates, artifact management, quality gates, container tooling) and partners with product and platform teams to reduce delivery friction, improve developer experience, and increase deployment quality and predictability.
Working closely with Architecture, Security, Quality Management, Project Management, and Operations, the Specialist helps advance DevOps maturity through hands-on engineering, documentation, knowledge sharing, and data-driven continuous improvement.
Key deliverables / responsibilities include:
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Administration and lifecycle management of key delivery platforms including: Atlassian Suite, Azure DevOps, GitHub, Artifactory, SonarQube, Docker, etc.
Experience and qualifications:
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Postgraduate qualification in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Information Security, or Business Administration, and 7+ years of experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
The benefits of being a WestJetter:
WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:
- A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
- Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
- Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs
Think we are a fit? Apply now!
About WestJet Group of Companies
WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Following integration with Sunwing in 2025, more than 14,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia.
As a major Canadian employer that includes WestJet Airlines, Sunwing Vacations Group and WestJet Cargo, the WestJet Group is Canada’s leading low-cost airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians.
Our Safety Promise
At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.
WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJets operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJets Alcohol and Drug Policy.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. We welcome diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds, and if youre passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply - even if you dont meet every qualification listed. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility throughout the selection process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at talentwestjet.com.
We value the time and effort you put into your application. Our recruitment process is highly competitive, and while every applicant will receive communication regarding their application status, only those selected to move forward will be contacted with next steps. We encourage you to explore future opportunities with us if this role isnt the right fit at this time.
For more information about everything WestJet, please visit WestJet.com.
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