Platform Engineer

Job Description

Location: Sydney CBD

Salary Package: $160,000 - $180,000 + Super + Performance Bonus

Role Highlights:

Seize a career-defining opportunity to join a prominent energy solutions provider. This role allows you to significantly impact the company's cloud infrastructure and data analytics platform, contributing to its long-term stability and performance.

Role Overview:

As a Platform Engineer, you will play a critical role in managing and optimising our cloud-based infrastructure. Reporting to the Energy Solutions Lead, your primary focus will be on enhancing our Azure infrastructure, databases, and data pipelines. You will work closely with the Data Analytics Manager and Data Analysts to identify and implement improvements in data integration, performance, and security.

Your daily responsibilities will include designing, building, and maintaining the data infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration of new data sources, and optimising existing workflows. You will be responsible for managing Azure servers and databases, implementing security best practices, and troubleshooting any issues that arise. Additionally, you will automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration tasks to streamline operations and improve efficiency.

Collaboration is key in this role. You will work with cross-functional teams to support business needs, including enhancing data visualisation capabilities in Power BI and Databricks. Your strategic oversight will be crucial in managing significant updates and ensuring minimal disruption to data pipelines. You will also monitor Superloop networking developments and adjust infrastructure configurations as needed to maintain optimal performance and data integrity.

This role requires a forward-thinking approach, as you will be instrumental in driving continuous improvements and innovations in our cloud infrastructure. By leveraging your expertise in cloud technologies and data analytics, you will help us achieve sustained operational excellence and deliver valuable insights to our stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain cloud data infrastructure and systems to ensure optimal performance and scalability.
• Manage and maintain Azure servers, databases, and data pipelines to support seamless data operations.
• Develop and optimise cloud infrastructure to facilitate efficient data integrations and workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align data infrastructure with business objectives and requirements.
• Oversee Azure private networking to ensure secure and efficient data communication.
• Manage Azure authentication and role management (IAM) to control access and maintain security.
• Monitor system performance continuously and troubleshoot issues promptly to minimise downtime.
• Oversee the AEMO Data-interchange, including server management, PDR software configuration, and MMS data model upgrades for a MSSQL database.
• Implement security best practices to safeguard data integrity and ensure compliance with relevant standards.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration tasks to improve efficiency and reduce manual workload.

Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate is a technically skilled individual with a minimum of 7 years in cloud infrastructure management and 3+ years of hands-on experience with Azure. You have a strong background in managing Azure IaaS, ARM templates, and Powershell scripting. Your expertise in networking, security, and Identity and Access Management (IAM) is essential for this role. Additionally, experience with data platforms like Databricks and proficiency in SQL are highly desirable.

You possess excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing technical challenges. Your ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with cross-functional teams is crucial for driving successful outcomes. You are capable of working independently, taking initiative, and making informed decisions. Your innovative mindset and passion for technology will enable you to continuously improve our data infrastructure and contribute to the company's success.

You should be comfortable working in a dynamic environment, adapting to changing requirements, and managing multiple priorities. Your attention to detail and commitment to excellence ensure that you consistently deliver high-quality results. Furthermore, your willingness to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in cloud technologies will help you bring innovative solutions to the team.

Company, Culture & Benefits:

Join a dynamic and supportive team within a leading renewable energy solutions company. The organisation values work-life balance and fosters a collaborative environment where every team member can thrive.

• Develop your career with opportunities for professional growth
• Be part of an innovative and forward-thinking company
• Enjoy a competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses

Apply:

If this sounds like you, please send your resume by clicking the “apply” link below. The reference number for this role is DJ44955.