DevOps Engineer

• $98,334 to $107,565
• Fixed-term, full-time
• Gardens Point (hybrid option available)

• Reference number: 24291
• Term: Fixed term, full-time basis until December 2025
• Remuneration: $116,370 to $127,294 pa (HEW7) (inclusive of $98,334 to $107,565 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Gardens Point (hybrid option available)
• Open to: Applicants who have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the fixed-term appointment. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Please note that current staff wishing to be considered for secondment to this position must seek prior approval from their supervisor before submitting an application.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a DevOps Engineer to join Office of the Provost, Academic Division.

DevOps Engineers need to have a deep understanding of both software development and IT operations. They will be responsible for streamlining workflows and implementing automation practices. As part of the Platforms Team in eResearch, the DevOps Engineer will be deploying to and enhancing QUT's High Performance Computing and Kubernetes clusters, Research Virtual Desktop Infrastructure, and VMWare stack using DevOps best practices.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

The eResearch facility collaborates with researchers and external clients to create customized solutions. The Facility supports researchers in data management planning, sharing, and preservation, while working with various stakeholders to achieve eResearch objectives. Additionally, it focuses on the development, implementation, and maintenance of advanced eResearch software, platforms, and infrastructure ensuring availability of high-performance computing resources and data management systems.

What you need to succeed

Education, training and/or experience equivalent to the completion of a degree with at least four (4) years subsequent relevant experience in information technology service delivery.

Demonstrated interpersonal and client service skills including the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. 

Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with a proven record of making recommendations on innovative technologies and techniques. 

Demonstrated knowledge of, and experience in, storage management and networking, and experience in Linux system administration with a major cloud platform such as AWS, Azure or Google Cloud Platform. 

Experience with monitoring and centralised logging tools. 

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation. 
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
• We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths. 
• Explore more benefits of life at QUT .

In support of our

Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy

, we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career. 

We believe in creating safe spaces for inclusivity to flourish and we know that diversity is our strength –

see our commitment

. If you’re curious, innovative, and ready to experience what a career at QUT can offer, we’re ready to meet you.  

Job opens: 26-Mar-2024

Applications Close: 11-Apr-2024 at 11.30pm

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