Senior Cloud Engineer

Location: Brisbane, CBD & Inner Suburbs
Job Type: Permanent
Discipline: Technology, Data & Transformation Brisbane
Reference: 1533978
Posted: 19 days ago
Are you a seasoned Cloud Engineer with a passion for driving innovation and excellence in cloud infrastructure? We're looking for a Senior Cloud Engineer to join our dynamic team in Brisbane. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of a cutting-edge Azure Cloud environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design & Architecture: Collaborate with stakeholders to design scalable cloud-based infrastructure using infrastructure-as-code principles.
  • Migration Strategy: Lead the migration of existing systems and applications to the cloud.
  • Technical Leadership: Guide projects with your expertise, ensuring successful implementation of cloud solutions.
  • Security & Governance: Implement security measures and establish policies to ensure compliance and data protection.
  • Performance Optimization: Monitor and optimize cloud infrastructure for high performance and cost-effectiveness.
  • Collaboration & Problem Resolution: Work with cross-functional teams to integrate cloud solutions and resolve technical issues.
  • Mentorship: Train and mentor junior Cloud Engineers, enhancing the team's overall capabilities.
  • Business Continuity & Risk Management: Support high availability, disaster recovery, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Financial Acumen: Collaborate with financial stakeholders to maximize the value of cloud resources.
Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of experience in Cloud Engineering or Cloud Operations, with a successful track record in Azure Cloud environments.
  • Proficiency in designing and implementing enterprise-level cloud architectures.
  • Expertise in infrastructure-as-code (BICEP, ARM, Terraform) and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Strong scripting skills (PowerShell, Azure CLI) and experience with Azure DevOps.
  • Solid understanding of networking concepts and security principles within cloud environments.
  • Relevant Microsoft Cloud certifications are highly desirable.
Key Capabilities:
  • Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, appreciating the benefits of diversity in achieving targets.
  • It would be advantageous to come from an infrastructure background as opposed to development as the role will have a heavy focus on Networking, Containers, VM's, Security and Access. 
This role offers the chance to work in a forward-thinking environment where your expertise will shape the future of our cloud infrastructure. If you’re ready to take on this challenge and lead the way in cloud innovation, we want to hear from you!

Location: Brisbane
Type: Fixed Term Contract until June 2026 - with likelihood to transition to permanent

Please submit your application along with a resume detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.