Senior Cloud Engineer - Azure and AWS

Who we are? 

At Torrens University Australia, making a difference is in our DNA. As a Certified B Corporation, we belong to a global community of future-focused companies using business as a force for good. We believe in the transformative power of education to change lives, families, communities – and the world. That’s why we’re on a mission to increase access to higher education, so learners from all walks of life can chase their dreams.

Just like our students, our employees are a diverse group who want to make an impact. When you join us, we give you the freedom to be bold, creative, and courageous – with flexible working arrangements that allow you to bring your best. We’ve built a culture that celebrates community, collaboration, and innovation, where people love what they do.

What’s the job? 

Join us as a Senior Cloud Engineer, where you'll play a crucial role in managing and optimising our expansive cloud ecosystem, with an emphasis on Microsoft O365 and Azure, but also inclusive of a multi-cloud environment. Your expertise will be pivotal in enhancing security, driving automation initiatives, and integrating or migrating our on-premise technology with advanced Azure solutions. In this dynamic role, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of our cloud infrastructure, driving innovation and transformative growth across our organization.

Day-to-day accountabilities: 

You'll take the lead in optimising and securing our cloud services with a particular focus on O365 and Azure. Your responsibilities will include automating processes, monitoring performance, and integrating on premise technology with our cloud solutions. 

• O365 Services: Oversee the administration and continuous evolution of O365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive, and Power Platform to enable staff and our online learning. 

• Azure Infrastructure: Manage Azure resources such as Virtual Machines, EntraID, Azure Active Directory, Azure SQL Database, and Azure App Services and other specialised services. 

• Automation and Optimisation: Develop automation and tools to streamline cloud operations and improve efficiency and cost optimisation. 

• Multi-Cloud and Infrastructure Support: Provide expertise in areas related to cloud infrastructure and interdependent services and applications. 

• Security and Compliance: Ensure all cloud solutions adhere to security best practices and compliance requirements. 

• Collaboration and Support: Work closely with IT teams, faculty, and staff to understand their needs and provide technical support. 

• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest cloud technologies and recommend improvements to existing systems. Consider adoption of additional available services in O365 and Azure to mature the use of technology landscape particularly in relation to efficiency, monitoring, automation, and privacy and security. 

• Design and Implement Cloud Solutions: Deploy scalable and secure cloud solutions using O365 and Azure services. 

• Drive innovation: Evaluation and implementation of emerging technologies within the Microsoft O365 and Azure ecosystem.  

Who you are 

Extensive experience with Azure technologies is required, and familiarity with AWS is essential. Your skills in automation, performance monitoring, and system integration are complemented by an innovative approach that ensures compliance and efficiency through advanced technology adoption and clear communication.    

• Cross-Platform Flexibility: We are actively migrating from AWS to GCP, so a willingness and enthusiasm to upskill across platforms is a must. Our team will provide the training and resources needed for you to succeed in both environments.  

• Automation Skills: Strong experience with automation tools such as Terraform and Ansible, and proficiency in Git for version control.  

• Infrastructure Knowledge: A deep understanding of Linux systems (SSH, shell scripting) and performance monitoring tools.  

• Problem Solving: Proven ability to analyse complex issues, design creative solutions, and proactively address cloud infrastructure challenges.  

• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

We're transitioning from AWS, so experience with the following AWS services is highly beneficial:

• EC2, Lambda, and Elastic Load Balancing (ALB + NLB)  

• RDS (MySQL, PostgreSQL), S3, EFS, and CloudFront (+ Functions)  

• VPC, CloudWatch, and Code Pipeline 

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This is a full-time permanent position with flexible working arrangements, allowing you to work from home and from a campus near you. 

Why join us?   
Bold, modern and agile, we’re Australia’s fastest-growing university, going from 164 students in 2014 to 40,000+ alumni across 115+ countries and 2000+ staff today. In 2020, Australian Financial Review named us one of the country’s most innovative companies. As we continue to establish ourselves as a truly global university, we never lose sight of our student-centric approach. Supported by teams of passionate people, you’ll find endless opportunities for professional development and career progression.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, age, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions. 

What we offer:  
We support your personal passions, development and wellbeing, to make your working life a more rewarding experience. At Torrens University Australia, you’ll benefit from: 

• Technical Excellence: Lead critical cloud engineering projects that shape our cybersecurity and digital innovation efforts. 

• Collaborative Environment: Collaborate with a diverse team of experts dedicated to excellence and innovation. 

• Innovative Workplace: Thrive in a dynamic environment that fosters a global, entrepreneurial mindset, promoting creativity and professional growth. 

Hiring process:

We aim to provide you with the information you need at each stage of this process to help you present your best self. If you have any accessibility requirements, please contact your recruiter at Nikeey.silwal@torrens.edu.au for confidential support. We are committed to ensuring an equitable, barrier-free application process and have a Reasonable Adjustment Procedure in place to support you throughout the recruitment process. 

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about what makes Torrens University Australia a great place to work, visit https://www.torrens.edu.au/blog.

We’d love to hear from you!

Applications close: Wednesday 20th February - We will be reviewing applications as they’re received.  

No agencies. 

Job reference:  R24049

To ensure a fair and thorough review process, applications for this role will close on Wednesday 20th February. You can expect to hear from our Talent Acquisition team after this date with any updates about your applications.