AWS Data Engineer (Terraform)- Sydney

Location: Sydney
Experience: 5+years
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: $150,000 package

About the Role

We’re looking for a hands-on AWS Data Engineer with strong Terraform experience to join a high-performing data engineering team based in Sydney. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys designing and building scalable, cloud-native data platforms and working across complex data pipelines in an enterprise environment.

You’ll play a key role in data ingestion, transformation, orchestration, analytics, and distribution helping deliver robust, well-governed data products on AWS.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines using AWS services
• Develop and manage infrastructure using Terraform/Terragrunt
• Implement best-practice data modelling for data warehousing environments
• Build real-time and batch data solutions using streaming and orchestration tools
• Collaborate with platform, product, and analytics teams to deliver data products
• Apply DevSecOps practices to automate and improve data workflows

Must-Have Skills & Experience

• Strong hands-on experience as a Pure AWS Data Engineer
• Deep knowledge of AWS services across ingestion, storage, orchestration, analytics, and distribution
• Solid understanding of data modelling and data management best practices
• Experience with real-time streaming using Kafka and AWS services
• Proven experience with:

• Airflow
• AWS Glue
• Apache Iceberg
• Athena
• Redshift
• AWS DataZone

• Strong programming skills in Python and Spark
• Infrastructure-as-code expertise using Terraform/Terragrunt
• Experience with data visualisation tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or QuickSight

Nice to Have

• Experience working in a platform or product operating model
• Understanding of data mesh and data product concepts with federated ownership
• Background in the Capital Markets domain, including knowledge of derivative products

Why Apply?

• Work on large-scale, modern AWS data platforms
• Be part of a forward-thinking engineering environment
• Opportunity to influence architecture and best practices

Cloud SME – AWS & Azure

Location: Sydney or Newcastle, NSW
Salary: Up to $150,000 incl. super

About the Role

We’re looking for a Cloud Subject Matter Expert (SME) with deep experience across AWS and Azure to join a high-performing technology team. This is a senior, hands-on role where you’ll provide technical leadership, design cloud solutions, and guide teams across complex, enterprise-scale environments.

You’ll work across cloud architecture, DevOps, Kubernetes, monitoring, automation, and compliance, while also contributing to solution design and RFP responses.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Cloud SME across AWS and Azure platforms
• Design, implement, and support enterprise cloud architectures
• Provide technical leadership to teams of 6-10 engineers
• Drive CI/CD, DevOps, and Kubernetes best practices
• Build and integrate monitoring and observability solutions with a single-pane-of-glass view
• Produce high-quality technical documentation and architecture artefacts
• Support automation, reliability, and performance optimisation initiatives
• Participate in solution design and RFPs
• Ensure environments align with security and compliance standards

AWS Requirements

• 8+ years’ experience supporting enterprise AWS environments
• 1-2 years’ hands-on experience with Amazon EKS, Kubernetes & CI/CD
• Strong experience with DevOps tooling and automation (2-3 years)
• Expertise with AWS monitoring solutions (CloudWatch, Container Insights, Application Insights)
• Experience building integrated dashboards and observability platforms
• Exposure to APM tools such as AppDynamics, New Relic (highly desirable)
• Strong understanding of compliance frameworks (PCI DSS, SOC2, ISO 27001)

• Mandatory AWS Certifications:
• AWS Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional
• Additional DevOps / Developer / Operations certifications highly regarded

Azure Requirements

• 8+ years’ experience supporting enterprise Azure environments
• 1-2 years’ experience with Azure AKS, Kubernetes & Docker
• Strong experience with Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
• Expertise with Azure monitoring and automation solutions
• Experience integrating SaaS-based and cloud monitoring platforms
• Ability to lead and mentor technical teams

• Mandatory Azure Certifications:
• AZ-305 (Azure Solutions Architect Expert)
• AZ-500 (Azure Security Engineer)
• AZ-700 (Azure Network Engineer)

What We’re Looking For

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to translate complex technical concepts for stakeholders
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-grooming capability
• Delivery-focused mindset with a passion for cloud excellence

Why Apply?

• Senior, influential role with real architectural ownership
• Work across both AWS and Azure in complex environments
• Flexible location: Sydney or Newcastle
• Opportunity to shape cloud strategy and mentor teams

Azure Data Engineer

Sydney or Newcastle, NSW
$150,000 incl. super
5+ year’s experience

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced Azure Data Engineer to support and maintain enterprise-scale data pipelines in a production environment. This role is focused on ensuring the reliability, performance, and integrity of Azure Data Factory (ADF) pipelines across a multi-cloud data ecosystem.

You’ll play a key role in monitoring data ingestion, resolving incidents, collaborating with cross-cloud teams, and ensuring data platforms meet SLA, security, and governance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support, monitor, and troubleshoot Azure Data Factory pipelines in production
• Manage data ingestion from Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, flat files, and web services
• Track pipeline executions, SLA adherence, and proactively escalate issues
• Perform incident analysis, implement fixes, and document root causes and resolutions
• Validate data integrity across source and target systems post-execution
• Automate alerts and notifications for pipeline failures and SLA breaches
• Collaborate with AWS teams to support multi-cloud ETL workflows and SAS DW integrations
• Participate in release management for new pipelines and enhancements
• Ensure all operations comply with security, governance, and data standards

Skills & Experience

• Strong hands-on experience with Azure Data Factory
• Solid SQL skills and ETL troubleshooting experience
• Experience integrating APIs and external data sources
• Familiarity with AWS data platforms and cross-cloud operations
• Knowledge of job scheduling, monitoring, and alerting tools
• Proven background in production support and operational data environments

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• 5+ years’ experience in ETL operations and production support
• Azure Data Engineer certification (preferred)

Why Apply?

• Choice of Sydney or Newcastle location
• Work with modern Azure data platforms in a complex, enterprise environment
• Opportunity to collaborate across cloud ecosystems and mature data operations

AWS Data Architect / Data Warehouse Lead
Location: Sydney or Newcastle, NSW
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced AWS Data Architect / Data Warehouse Lead to manage, support, and improve enterprise-scale data platforms across AWS and Azure environments. This role is responsible for ensuring the stability, governance, and performance of Microsoft Fabric and cloud-based data warehouse solutions in production.

You will work closely with Data Engineering, BI, and Platform teams to maintain high availability, security, and compliance while driving continuous improvement across our data ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain Microsoft Fabric environments (DSP & IA) in production.
• Ensure strong operational hygiene across Production and Non-Production environments, including Azure and AWS Jump Boxes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Fabric pipelines, dataflows, and workspace configurations.
• Collaborate with Data Engineering and BI teams on incident resolution and root cause analysis.
• Implement and manage data governance frameworks using Microsoft Purview.
• Track and report on SLA compliance, operational metrics, and support ticket resolution.
• Perform capacity planning and improve Fabric and cloud workloads.
• Validate security, compliance, and access controls across all platforms.
• Support change management processes for system deployments and upgrades.
• Maintain documentation and operational best practices.

Skills & Experience Required

• 5+ years of experience in data architecture, data warehousing, or cloud data platforms.
• Strong expertise in Microsoft Fabric architecture and operations.
• Hands-on experience with Azure Data Factory.
• Solid understanding of AWS and Azure cloud environments.
• Experience managing production systems in enterprise environments.
• Strong knowledge of data governance, compliance, and security frameworks.
• Proven experience in incident management and problem resolution.
• Familiarity with CI/CD, change management, and release processes.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with hybrid cloud or multi-cloud data platforms.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Purview and data cataloguing solutions.
• Exposure to DevOps and automation tools.
• Experience working in regulated or large enterprise environments.

Why Join Us?

• Work on large-scale, enterprise data platforms.
• Hybrid cloud environment (AWS & Azure).
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, collaborative team culture.

Cloud Support Engineer – AWS (NV1)

Location: Melbourne or Canberra
Onsite: 5 days per week
Clearance: NV1 (mandatory)

We are seeking an AWS Cloud Support Engineer to support a large, secure Defence cloud environment.

Responsibilities:

• Support and maintain a complex AWS environment (BAU services)

• Resolve incidents and problems across multiple systems

• Manage requests for change and update knowledge base articles

• Act as a subject matter expert and meet SLA requirements

• Work closely with internal stakeholders and project teams

• Maintain strong security posture and comply with strict access controls

• Participate in an on-call roster and occasional after-hours work

Skills & Experience:

• Strong AWS Administration experience

• Experience in incident management and technical support

• AWS DevOps experience highly regarded

• Defence NV1 clearance required

AWS Systems Engineer / Cloud Engineer (NV1) – 2 Roles

Location: Melbourne or Canberra
Onsite: 5 days per week
Clearance: NV1 (mandatory)

We are looking for AWS Engineers to support server operations and automation within a Federal Government environment.

Responsibilities:

• Support AWS server operations, monitoring, patching, and backups

• Build and maintain Windows and Linux SOEs and dependent applications

• Provision AWS infrastructure using IaC tools (CloudFormation, Terraform, Packer)

• Use configuration and scripting tools (Ansible, PowerShell, Bash, Python)

• Troubleshoot issues and maintain technical documentation

• Work as part of a team supporting multiple projects

Skills & Experience:

• Strong AWS technical capability

• Experience in enterprise or government environments

• AWS SysOps Administrator or Solutions Architect Associate certification

• Defence NV1 clearance required

Apply now or contact Luther Borgas at luther.borgas@outbacktalent.com

CloudOps Engineer

Join one of the world’s leading music companies – home to some of the most iconic artists, labels and creative teams on the planet – as they build out a brand-new Cloud & Technology Operations team in Sydney CBD.

Talent International is partnering with this global organisation to support the expansion of their Cloud & Technology Operations function in Australia.

This is a true BAU CloudOps role – hands-on, operational, and focused on keeping environments stable, secure and running smoothly. You’ll be part of a global follow-the-sun model, working closely with teams across Australia, the UK and the US, acting as mission control when things break – not project managing from the sidelines.

You’ll help establish strong operational baselines first, then gradually influence how systems can be made faster, more resilient and more scalable over time.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on CloudOps and infrastructure support across AWS-led environments
• Troubleshoot, resolve and own BAU operational issues end-to-end
• Work tickets through to resolution in a calm, structured way under pressure
• Build deep understanding of the existing infrastructure architecture and tooling
• Collaborate with global CloudOps, SRE, DevOps, Network and Systems teams
• Contribute ideas to improve reliability, automation and operational efficiency
• Support a small but growing Sydney-based operations team as it scales
• Spend ~10-15% of time contributing to improvement initiatives once the baseline is stable

Required Skills & Experience

• ~5 years’ experience in a CloudOps, Infrastructure Ops or Technical Operations role
• Strong operational mindset – BAU, incident response and troubleshooting
• Proven experience working in high-pressure ops environments
• Strong hands-on experience with AWS (enterprise environments preferred)
• Background working alongside SRE, DevOps, Systems or Network teams
• Comfortable working tickets, not just projects
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across regions and time zones
• Flexible, adaptable and open to new ways of working

Team & Structure

• ~10-person global team across CloudOps, SRE, Database, Systems, Network and Identity
• Sydney-based team currently being built from scratch
• Reporting into an experienced Tech Ops leader with strong global exposure
• High autonomy and influence (trusted operator rather than decision-maker)

Working Pattern & Flexibility

• Standard 8-hour days
• Weekend work required (office-based), not on-call
• Weekend rotation approximately every 60 days
• Always two consecutive days off
• 4.5-day week equivalent, including:
• One nominated half-day working from home
• Flexibility on which weekday this is
• Clear acknowledgement of work-life balance challenges, structured to avoid burnout

Why Join?

• Be part of a brand-new team build with genuine influence from day one
• Exposure to modern, progressive cloud technologies
• Opportunity to shape how CloudOps operates long-term, not just keep the lights on
• Collaborative global culture with strong cross-region support
• A business that encourages involvement, ideas and technical curiosity
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion – female candidates strongly encouraged to apply

To Apply

If this sounds like your next step, or you’d like a confidential discussion, please apply now.

• 12 Month Contract
• Brisbane Based
• $1000 P/D

We are seeking an experienced Security Solution Architect to lead the secure design and delivery of enterprise and aviation-critical infrastructure platforms. The role provides architectural oversight across Windows, VDI, and AWS virtual desktop technologies, ensuring solutions meet stringent security, compliance, and performance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of secure, resilient infrastructure solutions supporting enterprise and aviation-critical systems.

• Provide architectural oversight across Windows Server, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure, AWS AppStream/WorkSpaces, and associated file, network, identity, and access management platforms.

• Embed security-by-design principles into all solution architectures, ensuring alignment with aviation, government, and enterprise security standards.

• Ensure solutions meet stringent security, compliance, availability, and performance requirements expected in safety-critical aviation environments.

• Collaborate closely with internal teams, including cyber security and risk functions, to identify architectural risks, diagnose bottlenecks, and define remediation strategies.

• Support the delivery of Technology Wellness, security uplift, and risk remediation initiatives within the project backlog.

• Maintain architectural governance, ensuring security controls, patterns, and guardrails are consistently applied across the enterprise landscape.

• Provide continuity of architectural and security expertise following the departure of a key architect, ensuring uninterrupted progress across active initiatives.

Required Capabilities

• Strong expertise in Windows Server and AWS technologies within secure, enterprise environments.

• Deep experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure solutions (Citrix, VMware Horizon, or similar), including secure access, segmentation, and identity integration.

• Hands-on experience with AWS AppStream and WorkSpaces, including secure configuration and access controls.

• Solid understanding of file, network, and identity architecture, including Active Directory, IAM, and authentication/authorisation models.

• Proven experience delivering solution designs aligned with enterprise architecture standards, security frameworks, and compliance obligations.

• Strong ability to communicate security and architectural concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

If this is something you’d like to be considered for click APPLY NOW or contact David at david.reynolds@talentinternational.com

• 12 Month Contract
• Brisbane Based
• $1000 Per Day

We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Architect to support a major commercial aviation client. This role will provide dedicated architectural capability for a large-scale Technology Platform program, ensuring continuity, technical leadership, and high-quality solution design following enterprise standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of infrastructure solutions supporting enterprise and aviation-critical systems.
• Provide architectural oversight across Windows Server, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure, AWS AppStream/Workspaces, and associated file, network, and identity platforms.
• Ensure solutions meet security, compliance, and performance expectations aligned with aviation industry requirements.
• Work closely with internal teams to diagnose architectural bottlenecks and define improvements.
• Support the delivery of Technology Wellness and uplift initiatives within the project backlog.
• Maintain architectural governance and ensure all solutions integrate effectively within the broader enterprise environment.
• Provide continuity of expertise to replace a recently departed architect and ensure uninterrupted progress across ongoing initiatives.

Required Capabilities

• Strong expertise in Windows Server and AWS technologies.
• Deep experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure solutions such as Citrix, VMware Horizon, or similar.
• Hands-on capability with AWS AppStream/WorkSpaces.
• Solid understanding of file, network, and identity architecture.
• Proven track record delivering solution designs aligned with enterprise standards and security frameworks.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

If this is something you’d like to be considered for click APPLY NOW or contact David at david.reynolds@talentinternational.com

Job Title

Cloud Engineer / Senior Cloud Engineer / Cloud Architect

Job Overview

We are seeking skilled and motivated cloud professionals across multiple levels to design, build, and operate secure, scalable, and resilient cloud solutions that support digital transformation and AI-enabled initiatives.

This role will contribute to the adoption, optimisation, and governance of cloud platforms, supporting AI proofs of concept and production deployments under the direction of a central delivery team. The position will work with whole-of-government AI platforms alongside existing enterprise cloud infrastructure and support the delivery of an organisation-wide Cloud Roadmap.

Depending on experience and level, the role may involve hands-on engineering, technical leadership, solution architecture, mentoring, and strategic guidance to ensure cloud services are secure, compliant, and aligned to organisational objectives.

Eligibility

• Must be an Australian citizen

• Ability to obtain and maintain a minimum Baseline security clearance

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities will be commensurate with experience and may include some or all of the following:

• Design, deploy, operate, and optimise cloud-based infrastructure and platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

• Provide input into, or lead, cloud architecture and solution design aligned with organisational strategy and government standards.

• Develop, maintain, and improve Infrastructure as Code (IaC), including contributing to or defining cloud engineering standards and patterns.

• Support secure cloud adoption in line with Australian Government security frameworks, including ISM and PSPF.

• Implement automation and orchestration to improve reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency.

• Monitor and optimise cloud environments for performance, resilience, availability, and cost effectiveness.

• Provide technical advice to project teams, stakeholders, and leadership on cloud services, patterns, and emerging technologies.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business and technical requirements into cloud solutions.

• Contribute to, or lead, cloud governance, architecture patterns, and best practices across the organisation.

• Mentor and support team members, fostering capability uplift and continuous improvement.

• Manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Technical Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will demonstrate experience appropriate to their level across many of the following areas:

• Cloud engineering and/or cloud architecture within complex enterprise or government environments.

• Strong knowledge of one or more cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and associated services.

• Networking, security, and identity management in cloud ecosystems.

• Infrastructure as Code, automation, and orchestration tools.

• Containerisation and orchestration technologies.

• Experience working in agile or delivery-focused environments.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.

• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

• Ability to provide guidance, mentoring, and technical leadership where required.

Essential Criteria

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in:

• Cloud engineering and/or cloud architecture within complex environments.

• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and associated services.

• Networking, security, and identity management in cloud environments, including alignment with Australian Government security frameworks.

• Automation and orchestration tools.

• Containerisation and orchestration technologies.

• Communication and stakeholder engagement.

• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

• Problem-solving and working effectively under pressure.

• Supporting, mentoring, or leading others in cloud technologies (as appropriate to level).

IT Application Developer – AWS & Data Migration

Location: Wollongong
Contract Duration: 12-month contract
Security Clearance: Baseline preferred (or ability to obtain)

Role Overview

The IT Application Developer will work within a large, established technology team delivering application enhancements and business-as-usual (BAU) support for critical business systems. The role focuses on web application development, AWS cloud services, API development, and data migration, working closely with project and delivery teams.

Key Responsibilities

Application Development & Support

• Design, develop, test, and maintain applications in line with agreed architecture and standards

• Deliver enhancements and support BAU activities across multiple applications

• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and maintainable

Cloud & Data

• Develop and support solutions using AWS services, including Lambda, Aurora, DMS, and SCT

• Participate in data migration activities, including schema conversion and data validation

• Work with MongoDB and relational databases

Integration & APIs

• Design and build RESTful APIs and integration services

• Ensure high performance, reliability, and security of integrations

Collaboration & Delivery

• Work closely with project managers, business analysts, architects, and developers

• Contribute to sprint planning, estimation, and delivery activities

• Provide technical input into solution design and implementation approaches

Documentation & Quality

• Create and maintain technical documentation

• Follow coding standards, best practices, and quality assurance processes

• Participate in code reviews and knowledge sharing

Leadership & Guidance

• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to team members where required

• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the team

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• 5+ years’ experience in application or software development

• Strong web development experience

• Hands-on experience with:

  • AWS Lambda

  • AWS DMS (Data Migration Services)

  • AWS SCT (Schema Conversion Tool)

  • AWS Aurora

  • API development

  • MongoDB

• Proven experience delivering data migration projects

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Desirable:

• Experience in large, complex enterprise or government environments

• Exposure to Agile delivery methodologies

Security Requirements

A Baseline Security Clearance is preferred. Candidates without clearance must be eligible and willing to obtain one.

How to Apply

Candidates must submit a resume and cover letter, clearly outlining their suitability for the role.

📧 Applications to: priya.gabriel@talentinternational.com