Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Hybrid
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Department:
R3 Executive LeadPosition Type:
Fixed Term AdministrativeSalary Range:
$56.46-$75.28-HourlyScheduled Weekly Hours:
36.25Anticipated Start Date:
August 03, 2026Length of Contract:
12 MonthsPosting Information
This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.Posting Closing Date:
July 25, 2026Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.
Land Acknowledgment:
Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.
Job Description:
The Senior Technical Specialist – ERP Deployment & Cutover is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing the technical deployment of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. This role plays a critical part in ensuring a smooth transition from a legacy system to the new ERP environment, minimizing downtime and business disruption during cutover.
The incumbent actively participates in the User Acceptance Testing (UAT) phase to develop a deep understanding of system functionality, business processes, and integration points. Through this involvement, the role ensures readiness to support deployment activities, anticipate technical and operational challenges, and effectively execute cutover plans. This early engagement enables the specialist to validate deployment assumptions, refine runbooks, and contribute to a successful and efficient Go-Live.
The incumbent is also responsible for managing contracted technical resources and working alongside colleagues in Information Technology Services (ITS) as part of the remaining project phases with strength in leading activities during User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to build a comprehensive understanding of system functionality, end-to-end business processes, and integration dependencies. The incumbent will bring executing deployment strategies as well as overseeing environment and data migration activities, and leading large-scale cutover events. The incumbent will direct mock cutovers, establish robust runbooks and rollback plans, and guide Go-Live decision-making in high-risk, time-sensitive environments. Experience influencing senior stakeholders, managing cross-functional teams, and proactively identifying and mitigating risks to ensure production readiness is essential.
Required Qualifications:
Education & Training
Minimum four (4) year Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Security, or Computer Systems Technology.
Equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience may be accepted in place of formal education.
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert
Cloud certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)
DevOps certifications (e.g., CI/CD, release management tools)
ITIL Certification
ERP platform certifications (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) are considered an asset.
Experience
Minimum ten (10) years of progressive IT technical experience with strong knowledge of cloud computing, architecture and design, risk assessments and best practices and one (1) year of other related experience.
Experience supporting enterprise system implementations, with a strong focus on ERP deployment, release management, and cutover activities.
Experience in documenting system processes, schemas and developing technical guides.
Experience coordinating environments, managing data migrations, and executing production deployments is essential, along with demonstrated participation in cutover planning, mock cutovers, and Go-Live support. Experience in documenting system processes, schemas and developing technical guides, and developing and implementing Identity and Access Management controls within Azure.
Experience developing complex architectures involving multiple systems, numerous types of integrations/application programming interfaces, databases and combinations of SaaS, Azure and on-premises systems.
Experience should include:
Active directory, Azure Active Directory, Azure Governance
Architecture experience.
Strong ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel required.
Strong attention to detail and documentation skills required.
Ability to work with vendors and partners in a professional manner.
Hands on experience with database administration and server administration is an asset.
This position is eligible for hybrid work in conjunction with the College's Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. With a minimum requirement of 2-3 days/week onsite. https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change).
Why Join Algonquin College?
Compensation: Many roles offer a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans designed to support your well-being. Eligibility for benefits vary by position. Benefits | Careers
Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training, tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College Courses and Degree Completion), certifications, workshops, and professional courses that allow you to grow and advance in your career. About Us | Employee Learning and Development. Availability depends on role and employment status.
Company Culture: Our values of caring, learning, integrity, and respect define how we interact with one another. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment. Algonquin College has been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025 and one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity for 2024
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA): We are proud to be the first Ontario college to implement an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policy, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected and valued. Affinity Group Conversation Communities | Inclusion & Diversity & Truth and Reconciliation
Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. Select positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the College’s Flexible Work Arrangement Policy https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change).
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Accessibility:
Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally respectful workplace. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups, and individuals from diverse communities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department at humanresources@algonquincollege.com. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
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