• Contract: Up to 12 months + extensions
• Locations: Canberra, Brisbane, Melbourne or Adelaide
• Security clearance: Must be able to obtain a Baseline security clearance.
• Key skills: OpenShift AI, Kubernetes, Python, AI/ML platforms, MLOps and secure platform automation.

We are seeking an experienced AI Engineer/Developer to help build and operate secure AI platforms supporting essential government services. You’ll bring AI solutions into production, working with data scientists, architects and cyber security specialists to create reliable environments for machine learning and generative AI.

Your duties will include:

• Design, build and improve AI platforms across on-premises, cloud and hybrid environments.
• Develop, test and maintain software, APIs and automation using Python and supporting tools.
• Deploy and manage AI models, including training, evaluation, model serving and ongoing monitoring.
• Automate platform configuration and software releases using Infrastructure as Code and continuous delivery pipelines.
• Integrate AI platforms with enterprise systems, data pipelines and storage services.
• Apply security controls, troubleshoot complex issues and support production deployments.
• Provide technical advice and documentation, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver project outcomes.

Skills and Experience we are looking for:

• Hands-on AI engineering experience, including building new environments and improving existing platforms.
• Strong experience with Kubernetes, OpenShift and OpenShift AI, including model deployment, pipelines and platform administration.
• Practical container engineering skills using Docker or Podman, supported by Linux, networking and storage knowledge.
• Proficiency in Python, Git and deployment automation, with experience using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, Argo CD or Tekton.
• Experience managing the AI/ML lifecycle, including model training, deployment, optimisation and monitoring.
• Exposure to generative AI, large language models, retrieval-augmented generation, vector databases and GPU workloads.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with experience applying security, governance and data protection requirements.

If you would like to apply, please contact Jaela Smith on email jaela.smith@talentinternational.com

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Technical Services Lead

We’re looking for an experienced Technical Services Lead to join a growing managed services and cyber security environment in Sydney.

This is a senior hands-on technical leadership role for someone who can operate as the technical authority across complex client environments while still remaining close to the technology.

You’ll lead senior engineers, own technical standards, manage complex Level 3 escalations and major incidents, oversee technical projects and work directly with clients across infrastructure, Microsoft cloud and cyber security.

Importantly, this is not a traditional desk-based management role. Approximately half your time will remain hands-on, solving complex engineering problems, with the remainder focused on technical decisions, standards, clients and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the technical authority across client infrastructure and cloud environments.
• Own technical standards across Microsoft 365, endpoints, networking and backup environments.
• Take ownership of complex Level 3 escalations.
• Lead the technical response to major incidents and security breaches.
• Build strong technical relationships with key enterprise and multi-site clients.
• Support solution design, technical scoping, effort estimates and pre-sales activities.
• Lead infrastructure and cyber security conversations with senior client stakeholders.
• Review Essential Eight reports and security findings before they are presented to clients.
• Deliver and oversee projects including Microsoft 365 tenant migrations, SharePoint/OneDrive migrations, network refreshes, site builds and cutovers.
• Lead, coach and develop Level 3 engineers.

About You

You’ll be a senior infrastructure and cloud engineer who has progressed into technical leadership while remaining genuinely hands-on.

To be successful, you’ll bring:

• 8+ years’ experience across infrastructure and Microsoft cloud engineering.
• At least 3 years’ experience leading technical engineers, ideally within an MSP.
• Strong hands-on experience across Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune and Defender.
• Strong knowledge of Conditional Access and identity security.
• Strong networking capability across UniFi, Meraki, FortiGate, VLANs and VPNs.
• Solid working knowledge of Essential Eight and ISO 27001.
• Experience leading complex technical escalations and major incidents.
• Strong technical project delivery experience, including migrations and after-hours cutovers.
• Confidence presenting technical and cyber security matters to senior client stakeholders and executives.
• Experience contributing to solution design, technical scoping and effort estimation.
• Experience using AI and automation tools in day-to-day engineering.
• Full Australian working rights and a current driver’s licence.

Experience with Azure, PowerShell or Python, HaloPSA, NinjaOne or managing offshore technical teams will also be highly regarded.

The Opportunity

This is a great opportunity for a technically strong leader who wants genuine ownership across cloud, infrastructure, cyber security, engineering standards and client solutions without moving away from hands-on technical work.

You’ll have the opportunity to shape technical standards, develop senior engineers and influence how technology and cyber security solutions are delivered across a diverse client environment.

Company

IT Consulting business working with Federal Government client. Must have an Australian Citizen with Security Clearance.

Responsibilities:

• Cloud Infrastructure Management: Design, implement, and manage scalable, reliable, and secure cloud infrastructure using AWS services, including but not limited to EC2, RDS, Elasticache, VPC, IAM, CloudWatch, and S3.
• DevOps Practices: Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, Ansible, Terraform, and Packer to automate the deployment process, ensuring smooth and efficient software releases.
• System Monitoring & Maintenance: Implement and manage monitoring solutions using stacks such as Elastic Stack (ELK), ensuring system performance, reliability, and security.
• Containerization & Orchestration: Deploy, manage, and scale containerized applications using Docker, Kubernetes, and/or OpenShift.
• Automation & Scripting: Automate infrastructure provisioning and management using tools like Terraform and Ansible. Write and maintain scripts in Bash, Python, or other languages.
• Collaboration: Work closely with development teams to ensure that solutions are designed with scalability, security, and performance in mind.
• Security: Implement security best practices across cloud environments, including IAM, network security, data protection, and compliance.
• Troubleshooting & Support: Provide advanced troubleshooting support for production issues, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for infrastructure, processes, and procedures.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to drive continuous improvement and innovation within the team.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in Cloud and DevOps roles, with strong hands-on experience in AWS.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer Expert) are a plus.

Technical Skills:

Experience with AWS services (EC2, RDS, Elasticache, VPC, IAM, CloudWatch, S3).

• Proficiency in DevOps tools (Jenkins, Ansible, Terraform, Packer).
• Experience with monitoring stacks such as Elastic Stack (ELK).
• Hands-on experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration platforms (Kubernetes, OpenShift).
• Knowledgeable with PHP applications
• Solid experience with server-side administration using Linux (RHEL).
• Must have NV1 clearance.

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• Perth based candidates will only be considered
• Need to have C#, .NET, React / Redux,TypeScript and

Our client is looking for a Developer to join an autonomy-focused software engineering team. This is a hands-on delivery role for someone who can work effectively within an established codebase, follow technical direction and produce reliable, maintainable and testable software.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver production-quality code within assigned components using established standards, testing practices and review processes.

Implement solutions in line with provided technical direction and design constraints.

Ensure delivered code meets defined acceptance criteria.

Address defects within assigned components.

Apply appropriate testing before delivery.

Raise constraints, technical issues or ambiguities identified during implementation.

Contribute effectively to peer code reviews.

Qualifications & Experience

Understanding of GenAI coding assistants and agentic development workflows.

3-5 years of experience implementing non-trivial software changes within an established codebase.

Working knowledge of C#, .NET, React / Redux and TypeScript.

Experience with container-based application environments.

Understanding of component interfaces, dependencies and integration points.

Practical software testing and debugging capability.

Strong understanding of readability, maintainability and testability.

Ability to implement features and fixes with minimal supervision.

Ability to recognise when issues exceed implementation scope.

Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience.

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Technical Lead – Azure / .NET

Canberra | Permanent | $175,000-$190,000 base + super
Hybrid – 2-3 days onsite | Current or reinstatable NV1 required

We’re looking for an experienced Technical Lead to manage a team delivering and supporting business-critical applications within a Federal Government environment.

This role combines technical leadership, client and vendor management, and responsibility for application stability. You’ll guide application enhancements and modernisation, oversee Azure environments, and ensure projects are ready to transition into ongoing support.

What you’ll do

• Lead the delivery of application enhancements and modernisation.

• Provide technical guidance across .NET/C#, Azure and application integrations.

• Manage BAU priorities, incidents, changes and certificate management.

• Establish clear project handover and service acceptance requirements.

• Work with clients, architects and vendors to resolve issues and improve accountability.

• Mentor team members and maintain technical documentation.

What we’re looking for

• Strong experience with Microsoft Azure, .NET/C#, SOAP and REST APIs.

• Previous experience leading technical teams and managing delivery.

• Experience supporting production applications and Azure platform services.

• Understanding of DevOps, environment management and certificate management.

• Experience transitioning projects into BAU support.

• Strong communication, client and vendor management skills.

• Australian citizenship and current or reinstatable AGSVA NV1 clearance.

To discuss the role, contact Luther on 0480 804 551 or send your CV to luther.borgas@outbacktalent.com.

• Contract until 30 June 2027, with possible extension

• Senior hands-on Splunk Cloud engineering role

• Sydney Olympic Park | Predominantly onsite

The opportunity

A large, complex organisation is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Engineer with deep hands-on Splunk expertise. You will support and improve an enterprise Splunk Cloud environment covering approximately 30,000 devices.

This role combines platform architecture, engineering, implementation and BAU support. You will work alongside cybersecurity architects on major programs while mentoring engineers and strengthening the organisation’s internal Splunk capability.

Key responsibilities

• Design and improve the Splunk Cloud architecture.

• Deliver hands-on Splunk engineering and implementation.

• Onboard and integrate new log sources and security technologies.

• Configure parsing, indexing, data models, dashboards and alerts.

• Develop and tune Splunk ES correlation searches and detection use cases.

• Monitor platform health, performance, data quality and ingestion.

• Translate architectural designs into working technical solutions.

• Support BAU activities, incidents and major cybersecurity programs.

• Identify opportunities to improve platform capability and efficiency.

• Mentor and upskill approximately five to six engineers.

Skills and experience

• Extensive hands-on experience with Splunk at senior engineering, design or architecture level.

• Strong experience with Splunk Cloud and Splunk Enterprise Security.

• Demonstrated capability across platform architecture, configuration, administration and implementation.

• Experience with log onboarding, forwarders, indexes, source types, parsing and data models.

• Strong SPL skills, including dashboards, alerts, correlation searches and detection use cases.

• Experience managing enterprise-scale SIEM platforms and large data volumes.

• Ability to troubleshoot performance, integration and data-quality issues.

• Strong communication skills and experience mentoring technical teams.

• Ability to work independently across BAU activities and complex programs.

Broader engineering experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable:

• Cloud security

• DevSecOps and security automation

• Network security

• Endpoint or end-device security

• Cybersecurity engineering and architecture

The Role
This is a senior, hands-on Pega Developer opportunity focused on delivering and enhancing enterprise Pega solutions across continuous delivery initiatives.

You will work end-to-end across requirements analysis, technical design, configuration, integration, development and testing, translating business requirements into high-quality technical solutions. The role carries greater technical depth than the support-focused position, with responsibility for development estimates, build activities, automated testing and maintaining development standards.

You will also contribute to operational activities through ServiceNow and Jira while maintaining application health and supporting ongoing platform stability.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver end-to-end Pega BPM development, from analysing requirements through configuration, integration and implementation.
• Configure and extend Pega applications in line with business requirements, technical standards and Pega best practices.
• Develop functionality and defect fixes while maintaining build processes, configuration integrity and code quality.
• Review requirements and user stories, identify technical tasks, provide development estimates and translate functional requirements into technical solutions.
• Develop and execute unit and automated test scripts, supporting broader testing activities and high-quality releases.
• Work across Jira and ServiceNow delivery pipelines while participating actively in Scrum ceremonies and application support activities.

Skills & Experience Required

• 8+ years’ experience within Agile teams as a Pega Developer, Consultant or Architect.
• Strong hands-on expertise across Pega PRPC / BPM development, configuration and integration.
• Pega CSSA or CLSA certification, with strong knowledge of PegaRules Process Commander.
• Development experience across Java, J2EE, JavaScript, SOAP and HTML/XML.
• Advanced understanding of PRPC functionality and the complete software development lifecycle.
• Strong technical analysis, estimation, coding and testing capability, with the ability to deliver independently within complex enterprise environments.

What’s on Offer

• Contract through to 30 June 2027, with potential for extension.
• Docklands location, Hybrid Working Arrangements
• Senior hands-on Pega development role with exposure across configuration, integration, automation and application delivery.

Apply today and Jimmy Nguyen will reach out to disclose further information.

The Role

This is a hands-on Pega Support Lead opportunity within a large enterprise technology environment. The role combines application support with Pega development, configuration and continuous improvement, supporting both day-to-day operational requirements and ongoing delivery initiatives.

You will work across incidents, service requests, defects, user stories and change activity while maintaining the health and stability of the Pega environment. The position suits an experienced Pega practitioner who is comfortable troubleshooting production issues while still contributing directly to configuration and development work.

The position works within an Agile delivery environment using ServiceNow and Jira, with responsibility for meeting agreed service levels and maintaining application health.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day application support for Pega platforms, including troubleshooting incidents, service requests, defects and problem tickets.
• Configure and extend Pega BPM solutions to support changing business requirements and business rules.
• Develop and implement functionality and defect fixes while maintaining configuration and code integrity.
• Manage work through ServiceNow and Jira, ensuring incidents, requests, changes and delivery items progress within agreed SLAs and schedules.
• Perform application health checks, maintain application certifications and support the ongoing stability of the environment.
• Participate in testing, unit testing, Scrum ceremonies and continuous improvement across the delivery lifecycle.

Skills & Experience Required

• 3+ years’ experience working with Pega as a Developer, Consultant or Architect within Agile delivery teams.
• Strong hands-on experience with Pega BPM / PRPC, including configuration, development and application support.
• Pega Certified Senior System Architect (CSSA) certification.
• Experience working with PRPC, SOAP and HTML/XML within enterprise environments.
• Good understanding of the full software development lifecycle and Agile delivery practices.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capability, with the ability to operate effectively across production support and development activities.

What’s on Offer

• Contract through to 30 June 2027, with potential for extension.
• Docklands Location | Hybrid Working Arrangements
• Opportunity to work across both Pega application support and ongoing platform development.

Apply today and Jimmy Nguyen will reach out to disclose further information.

The Role
This is a hands-on Data & AI Consultant opportunity combining technical delivery with client-facing consulting.

You will work across data engineering, business intelligence, cloud and applied AI initiatives, taking ownership from initial discovery and requirements gathering through solution design, development and delivery. The role suits someone who enjoys both building solutions and working directly with stakeholders to understand what the business is trying to achieve.

You will operate across Python, SQL, Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Fabric, developing data solutions, integrations and applied AI capabilities while helping clients translate business challenges into practical technical outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build and integrate data, cloud, BI and applied AI solutions aligned to client requirements.
• Develop solutions using Python and SQL, including data processing, automation and engineering activities.
• Work across Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Fabric, supporting modern data platform and analytics solutions.
• Develop and integrate APIs and connected services across client environments.
• Engage directly with clients to gather requirements, analyse business problems and translate needs into fit-for-purpose technical solutions.
• Own delivery from discovery and solution design through development, troubleshooting, documentation and implementation.

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong hands-on development capability with Python and SQL, supported by sound Linux fundamentals.
• Commercial experience with Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric and modern data engineering practices.
• Experience designing or delivering BI, analytics or data platform solutions, with the ability to turn business data into useful outcomes.
• Practical experience implementing AI solutions within a business environment, rather than purely experimental or academic AI.
• Experience developing and integrating APIs, alongside confidence using Git and modern source control practices.
• Strong consulting and business analysis capability, with the communication skills to work directly with clients, understand ambiguous requirements and shape practical solutions.
• The successful candidate will be comfortable operating autonomously, diagnosing unfamiliar systems and making sound technical decisions where requirements may not always be fully defined.

Nice to Have

• Experience delivering solutions across a consulting, professional services or client-facing environment.
• Exposure to Power BI or broader Microsoft BI technologies.
• Experience estimating and scoping technical delivery work.
• Broader experience across data architecture, analytics engineering, automation or AI-enabled business processes.

What’s on Offer

• Permanent position.
• Melbourne CBD location with hybrid working arrangements.
• Broad technical remit spanning AI development, BI, data engineering and cloud consulting.
• Opportunity to work directly with clients and take genuine ownership of solutions from discovery through to delivery.
• Varied project environment offering exposure to new technologies, business problems and technical challenges.

Apply today and Jimmy Nguyen will reach out to disclose further information.

Integration Developer

$575/day | 12-month contract | 3 days on-site – Sydney CBD| NV1 Essential

We’re seeking an Integration Developer for a hands-on role building and supporting integrations across enterprise applications and platforms.

What you’ll be doing

• Build and maintain APIs, middleware and messaging integrations.
• Develop synchronous, asynchronous and event-driven integrations.
• Work with Azure Integration Services, MuleSoft, Boomi or similar.
• Deliver REST, SOAP, messaging and data transformation solutions.
• Troubleshoot integration failures, performance and reliability issues.
• Support testing, deployments and CI/CD pipelines.
• Maintain integration documentation and interface specifications.

What we’re looking for

• 5+ years’ integration development or middleware experience.
• Strong hands-on API, middleware and messaging experience.
• Azure Integration Services, MuleSoft, Boomi or equivalent experience.
• Strong REST, SOAP and integration pattern knowledge.
• Cloud/hybrid integration experience.
• Current NV1 security clearance – essential.

Please note: You must hold an active NV1 security clearance to be considered for this position. Applications without an active NV1 clearance will not be considered.

Senior ADABAS Natural Developer

Location: Sydney
Contract: 3 December 2026 – 30 June 2027
Hours: 40 hours per week
Work rights: Full Australian working rights required

An opportunity is available for an experienced Senior ADABAS Natural Developer to join a major operational transformation program within a NSW Government agency.

You will contribute to the design, development, maintenance and support of critical applications, working closely with architects, senior developers, functional specialists and business stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop technical specifications, solution designs and system designs.

• Build robust and maintainable applications using ADABAS and NATURAL.

• Develop NATURAL programs across online and batch environments.

• Perform detailed design and peer code reviews.

• Troubleshoot application issues, resolve faults and conduct technical impact assessments.

• Ensure solutions comply with technology, architecture and security standards.

• Gather and analyse business and technical requirements.

• Document current business processes and operational support procedures.

• Collaborate with technical teams and end users to ensure solutions meet business needs.

• Contribute to continuous improvement across the development team.

Essential Experience

• At least three years’ experience developing solution designs, technical specifications and system designs using ADABAS.

• Strong hands-on NATURAL programming experience across online and batch processing.

• Experience manipulating ADABAS databases using NATURAL.

• Ability to conduct comprehensive design and code reviews for new and modified modules.

• Experience with JCL, TSO and partitioned datasets.

• Understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall or Rational Unified Process.

Desirable Technical Skills

• Experience developing web-based applications.

• Knowledge of AJAX, HTML, XHTML, XML and CSS.

• Exposure to JSP and Java.

About You

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Able to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Collaborative and team-oriented.

• Strong planning and prioritisation skills.

• Resilient and comfortable working in high-pressure environments.

• Able to influence stakeholders and support effective technical decisions.

Applicants must have full Australian working rights. The successful candidate will also be required to complete a National Police Check and two reference checks.

If you have strong ADABAS and NATURAL development experience and want to contribute to a large-scale government transformation program, please apply with an updated CV.

Senior .NET Developer

• NV1 security clearance is mandatory.
• 12-month contract
• 3 days on-site per week in Sydney CBD
• $750 – $825 per day incl. super

An opportunity is available for a Senior .NET Developer to join a large-scale technology environment supporting a Federal Government client in Sydney.

You’ll be joining an established delivery team working on business-critical applications, with a strong focus on modern .NET development, Azure, APIs and microservices. This is a hands-on position where you’ll have ownership of complex development work while also contributing to technical design and engineering decisions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop backend applications using C# and .NET/.NET Core
• Build and enhance microservices and REST APIs
• Develop cloud solutions across Microsoft Azure
• Work with Azure Functions, App Services, Service Bus, Storage and Azure SQL
• Optimise application performance, reliability and database queries
• Apply secure development practices across applications, APIs and data
• Support CI/CD pipelines and cloud deployments
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers
• Contribute to solution design and technical decisions

What we’re looking for:

• 5-7+ years’ experience with C# and .NET/.NET Core
• Strong hands-on Azure development experience
• Experience with microservices and REST APIs
• Strong SQL/database knowledge
• Understanding of OAuth, JWT and secure API development
• Experience with Git, CI/CD and DevOps practices
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capability

Applicants will need to hold a current NV1 security clearance, making this a great opportunity to apply your .NET and Azure expertise within a large-scale Federal Government environment.