Senior Systems Engineer – Network Engineering (12-Month Contract)
Location: Sydney | Hybrid (2 days on-site per week) | Rate: Up to $950/day
We're looking for an experienced Senior Systems Engineer with strong Linux and VMware skills and having worked in the telecoms industry. You will join a high-performing network engineering team on a 12-month contract. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a technically complex environment and enjoys designing and delivering reliable, scalable infrastructure solutions.
What you'll do
* Lead the design, development, and deployment of Operational Support Systems (OSS).
* Work across the full lifecycle — requirements, architecture, implementation, optimisation, and maintenance.
* Build, configure, and support systems critical to large-scale network operations.
* Provide 3rd-level engineering support and mentor others within the broader technical team.
* Champion best practices in automation, security, and continuous integration.
What you'll bring
* Expertise in Linux (Red Hat) with strong skills in virtualisation (VMware, OpenShift).
* Hands‐on experience using Ansible and Python for automation and scripting.
* Solid understanding of ISP systems (DNS, Mail, RADIUS, load balancing) and TCP/IP networking.
* Experience with Agile methodologies, CI/CD tools, and modern development practices.
* Excellent documentation, troubleshooting, and communication abilities.
* Minimum 10 years' experience in systems engineering, within telecom or network environments.
* Must have full working rights in Australia and be based in Sydney – sponsorship is not available.
* Competitive daily rate up to $950.
* Hybrid flexibility – work remotely with 2 days in the Sydney office each week.
* Influence key infrastructure decisions and work with modern technologies in a collaborative, expert engineering team.
If you're a senior‐level engineer who enjoys technical challenges and end‐to‐end ownership, this contract offers both autonomy and impact.
Consultant
Reference number: BH-61492
Profession:ICTIT Infrastructure
Company: BlueFin
Date posted: 28th Jan, 2026
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