Who We Are

Who is UBC IT?

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We are exceptional people who are dedicated to providing excellent customer service, have a genuine desire to continually improve, develop and grow alongside technological advancements, and create opportunities for knowledge growth and advancement of learning. Our employees are leaders, passionate about technology, innovative, creative, strategic, and see change and challenge as opportunities.

It is because of our employees that UBC IT is able to make such a vital contribution to the intellectual capital, daily technology needs, and health and well-being of UBC staff, faculty, students and alumni, as well as the greater community.

We look for people who love what they do, who think creatively and critically, who have an innate standard of excellence, and a sense of fun. We're an ideal choice for positive, self-motivated people who are inspired by excellence and want to work collaboratively on outstanding projects.

As our organization grows larger, we are becoming the service provider for an increasing number of diverse groups across UBC. Communicating and collaborating with various clients and stakeholders demands a strong customer service orientation that we continue to train for and develop within our teams.

 

What can we offer you?

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  • A career as an IT professional in one of the cornerstone institutions of British Columbia's society, continually ranked as one of BC's top employers
  • A peer group of over 400 IT professionals within UBC IT; one of the largest IT groups in British Columbia
  • Complex technology environments that are always on the leading edge 
     
  • Key roles in large, complex project teams and development of technology solutions for the future
  • A unique working environment, influenced by the University and driving our dedication to growth, knowledge, innovation and life-long learning


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In addition, our competitive total compensation package includes the following:

  • Competitive base salary
  • Outstanding benefits
  • Healthy pension plan
  • Generous vacation and leaves
  • Diverse professional development opportunities
  • Various employee perks and discounts 

UBC IT is committed to ensuring the success, professional growth, and well-being of our employees.We pride ourselves in having developed a career model for all IT professionals employed by UBC. Find out more about how we are committed to you.

 

Why Join The UBC Community?

UBC is a workplace dedicated to excellence. Not your typical day-to-day, at UBC each day has its rewards.From our diverse culture to programs that provide opportunities to enrich your life and explore your career potential, making UBC your next career move, is a great move.

See more on why UBC is a great place to work.

View UBC's Total Compensation Package.

Page last updated on February 28, 2025


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