Senior DevOps Engineer

Cleared are supporting ASD in the search for a Senior Site Reliability Officer who will work closely with development teams to provide (and support) the environment needed to deliver the organisation's services quickly and efficiently, using automation and self-service.

A Senior-level (EL1 equivalent) role focused on developing software, integrating Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) software, documenting technical processes, and supporting testing and deployment activities.

Estimated start date: 01 July 2025
Initial contract duration: 12 months - x2 extensions
Location of work: ACT
Working arrangements: Onsite - Occasional WFH may be accommodated
Security clearance: TSPV

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the development of software using a variety of software languages (e.g. Python, Java) and development environments, to ensure it meets business requirements.
• Deliver scripting using a variety of languages (e.g. JavaScript) and secondary skills (e.g. SQL).
• Lead the development of software that supports high quality User Experience outcomes.
• Adhere to and improve software engineering processes.
• Contribute to and support leadership efforts to improve engineering processes.
• Identify system inter-dependencies and liaise with other system stakeholders to resolve conflict and coordinate integrated solutions.
• Work as a leading member of an integrated agile team.
• Document technical processes.
• Develop a schedule of work and report on progress.

Candidates must have the following technical skills:

• Demonstrated ability to engage with business areas to understand requirements and negotiate solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with varied technology service providers to negotiate full-stack solutions across multiple domains.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a multidisciplinary team and develop junior staff.
• Demonstrated ability to design technical solutions to meet mission requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage organisational data assists in-line with organisational policy and standard industry practices.

Demonstrable experience with the following technologies and programming languages:

• Kubernetes & Gitlab CI
• Kafka
• Linux
• Java
• Python
• NiFi
• S3
• Flink
• OIDC
• Prometheus/Grafana/Loki

At Cleared Recruitment, we provide tailored recruitment solutions to individuals with a background in ICT, Engineering, Cyber and Project Services, who are seeking their next opportunity within Defence Industry, Federal Government, Intelligence and National Security.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees and job applicants are treated with respect and dignity. Therefore, we strongly encourage veterans and individuals with Defence experience to apply. The same applies to candidates who are of an indigenous origin.