DevOps / Platform Engineer

Peoplebank ·www.peoplebank.com.au

Location Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Work type Remote
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Cloud & DevOps
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Seeking a skilled DevOps / Platform Engineer to join our Federal Government Client.

Initial 12 Months Contract with extension
Sydney based
Hybrid work flexibility 2-3 days on-site / 2 days WFH
Baseline Security Clearance or higher is mandatory

We are seeking a skilled DevOps / Platform Engineer to join a dynamic team focused on building and maintaining scalable, secure, and automated infrastructure. This role offers the opportunity to work across modern cloud and Kubernetes environments while driving continuous improvement in deployment and operational practices.

Key Responsibilities
• Collaborate with development and product teams to support the SDLC and manage day-to-day operations.
• Design, deploy, monitor, and maintain platform applications and Kubernetes-based infrastructure.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automate CI/CD pipelines for efficient and reliable deployments.
• Support secure on-premises and cloud environments with a focus on security, patching, and risk mitigation.

Required Skills
• 5-7+ years of proven experience as DevOps/Platform Engineer
• Experienced in production support and troubleshooting, on-premises environments, and Kubernetes deployments (using Kubespray or similar Infrastructure as Code tool)
• Strong Ansible Skills
• Experience with Linux (ideally Ubuntu)
• Experience using Jira/Confluence to manage work activities
• Git source control knowledge
• Forgerock IAM including OpenAM/IDM/DS or Apache Proxy with mod_security experience
• Certificated Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) certification or similar is a plus

Due to work rights requirement for this role, candidate must be Australian Citizen.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Gian on gian.guanzon@peoplebank.com.au quoting reference 270768.

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Peoplebank and Leaders IT are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you need adjustments to the recruitment process due to your circumstances, please let us know—we’re here to support you.

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the DevOps / Platform Engineer role?
Peoplebank is hiring for the DevOps / Platform Engineer position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the DevOps / Platform Engineer job located?
The DevOps / Platform Engineer role with Peoplebank is based in Sydney, NSW, AU. The role is remote-friendly.
Is the DevOps / Platform Engineer role remote?
Yes — the DevOps / Platform Engineer position at Peoplebank is remote. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
Is the DevOps / Platform Engineer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Peoplebank.
What experience level is the DevOps / Platform Engineer role?
The DevOps / Platform Engineer position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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