Senior Systems Engineer – Infrastructure & Platform
Peoplebank ·www.peoplebank.com.au
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We are seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to join a highly technical engineering environment supporting complex, enterprise-scale infrastructure and platform technologies. This is a predominantly on-premises role, not a cloud-focused or Windows-based position.
Only candidates who hold an active Security Clearance will be considered.
About the role
You’ll work across the technology stack, supporting and troubleshooting complex infrastructure and platform environments, while contributing to automation and engineering initiatives.
The role will involve:
• On-premises infrastructure – servers, virtualisation and operating systems
• Networking – routing, switching, BGP, VPNs, firewalls, DNS and connectivity troubleshooting
• Platform technologies – Kubernetes, OpenShift, VMware and Docker
• Automation & IaC – Ansible, Terraform and Python
• Software development – development and debugging capability beyond basic scripting
• End-to-end troubleshooting across infrastructure, networking, platforms and applications
• Technical design, automation, optimisation and continuous improvement
About you
We’re looking for a genuinely hands-on Systems / Infrastructure / Platform Engineer with broad technical capability.
You will ideally have:
• Strong on-premises infrastructure and systems engineering experience
• Hands-on Kubernetes/OpenShift and virtualisation experience
• Strong networking fundamentals and troubleshooting capability
• Experience with Ansible and Terraform
• Development/debugging experience with Go, Rust and/or Python
• The ability to troubleshoot complex issues across the full technology stack
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong engineering mindset
• An active Security Clearance is mandatory for this position.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Nic on Nic.gulliver@peoplebank.com.au quoting reference 271679.
Please note that Aida, our after-hours AI conversational screening assistant, may be used as part of the initial application process.
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.
Only candidates who hold an active Security Clearance will be considered.
About the role
You’ll work across the technology stack, supporting and troubleshooting complex infrastructure and platform environments, while contributing to automation and engineering initiatives.
The role will involve:
• On-premises infrastructure – servers, virtualisation and operating systems
• Networking – routing, switching, BGP, VPNs, firewalls, DNS and connectivity troubleshooting
• Platform technologies – Kubernetes, OpenShift, VMware and Docker
• Automation & IaC – Ansible, Terraform and Python
• Software development – development and debugging capability beyond basic scripting
• End-to-end troubleshooting across infrastructure, networking, platforms and applications
• Technical design, automation, optimisation and continuous improvement
About you
We’re looking for a genuinely hands-on Systems / Infrastructure / Platform Engineer with broad technical capability.
You will ideally have:
• Strong on-premises infrastructure and systems engineering experience
• Hands-on Kubernetes/OpenShift and virtualisation experience
• Strong networking fundamentals and troubleshooting capability
• Experience with Ansible and Terraform
• Development/debugging experience with Go, Rust and/or Python
• The ability to troubleshoot complex issues across the full technology stack
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong engineering mindset
• An active Security Clearance is mandatory for this position.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Nic on Nic.gulliver@peoplebank.com.au quoting reference 271679.
Please note that Aida, our after-hours AI conversational screening assistant, may be used as part of the initial application process.
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.
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Who is hiring for the Senior Systems Engineer – Infrastructure & Platform role?
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Where is the Senior Systems Engineer – Infrastructure & Platform job located?
The Senior Systems Engineer – Infrastructure & Platform role with Peoplebank is based in Rosebery, NSW, AU.
What does the Senior Systems Engineer – Infrastructure & Platform role pay?
Peoplebank lists the Senior Systems Engineer – Infrastructure & Platform role at AUD 170,000–190,000 per year.
Is the Senior Systems Engineer – Infrastructure & Platform role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Peoplebank.
What experience level is the Senior Systems Engineer – Infrastructure & Platform role?
The Senior Systems Engineer – Infrastructure & Platform position is aimed at senior-level candidates.
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