Solve by Talent is partnering with the University of Sydney to recruit a Senior Manager, Cloud Engineering to support the delivery of key Information and Communications Technology (ICT) initiatives that help shape the future of education, research, and innovation.
Why join the University of Sydney?
Join one of Australia's leading universities at a pivotal point of change, where technology is evolving to better support student learning, empower teaching excellence, and enable research delivery at global scale.
ICT is central to delivering the University's academic mission. Working across faculties, disciplines, and research communities, you will shape the platforms, services, and partnerships that enable student success, strengthen teaching, and accelerate research impact.
This work spans both the critical services that keep the University running every day and the ongoing improvement of systems and experiences.
With strong investment and clear direction, you'll operate in a large and complex environment where your contribution has visible, meaningful impact across the University.
You'll collaborate across academic and professional communities to help shape a more connected and capable University, supporting teaching excellence, research impact, and student success.
The opportunity
As Senior Manager, Cloud Engineering, you will lead the University's cloud engineering capability - setting strategy, shaping technical direction, owning the platform and driving continuous improvement across a complex, multi-cloud environment (AWS and Azure).
This newly created role oversees automation, FinOps, and service integration, working with senior stakeholders to enable scalable, secure cloud adoption and support research, analytics, and AI initiatives.
What you'll do
* Define, deliver and own the cloud engineering strategy, roadmap, and architectural direction
* Lead and develop a high-performing team across automation, FinOps, and service integration
* Drive cloud automation and platform improvements using modern tooling and practices
* Partner with various stakeholders and vendors to enable effective, secure, and scalable cloud adoption
* Oversee cloud cost optimisation, performance visibility, and governance practices
What we're looking for
* Deep expertise across cloud platforms and large-scale, enterprise environments
* Strong background in cloud architecture, automation, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with the ability to lead and inspire the technical direction
* Strong stakeholder management skills is a must. You'll engage various stakeholders and translate complex needs into practical solutions
* Proven leadership experience managing multidisciplinary technical teams
* Strong analytical and problem-solving capability across technical and operational challenges
What's in it for you?
* Up to 17% superannuation to support your financial future
* Extremely generous parental leave entitlements
* Competitive salary with salary packaging options
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* Career development and learning opportunities
* Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness Passport
* Access to a vibrant, globally recognised university community
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