Overview
$113,713 – $127,923 per year + 17% super
Every institution values excellence.
What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university.
You'll find we're about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education.
But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you'll achieve them.
Digital Solutions.
A team you'll want to be a part of.
When you join Digital Solutions, you'll be part of a team that delivers impact by enhancing digital experiences for the graduates of tomorrow, researchers of today and all those working to make it a brighter future.
We promise a supportive and friendly environment where you'll collaborate to make an impact.
Make it matter.
Join Digital Solutions at Griffith.
Job Description
The IaaS Product team (Infrastructure as a Service) delivers secure, highly available Linux infrastructure alongside teams providing Windows, VMware, Cloud IaaS and PaaS, Server and Storage.
Solve problems and learn something every day with a collaborative team that support each other.
Ability to troubleshoot and work within a team of 6 engineers.
Opportunity of partaking in training courses to uplift your technical skills.
About you
You will be an experienced, versatile, motivated IT qualified with relevant qualifications and a strong background in Linux server management and programming.
Demonstrated technical leadership, a desire to learn and explore, analytical and problem-solving skills are essential, as is the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of clients in written and oral form.
You will enjoy working and leading in a team-oriented environment, actively leading and engaging in sharing ideas, solutions and expertise.
You will:
Engage with peers within your team and across Digital Foundations.
Be comfortable working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Want the opportunity to uplift your technical skills and those of the team as a whole.
Appreciate flexible work-from-home options, with a 60% onsite / 40% remote work split.
Qualifications
Redhat Enterprise Linux and associated support tools and technologies or displayed experience.
Orchestration of deployment and configuration by code (e.g. Ansible, DevOps, Terraform or similar).
Programming and development skills highly valued.
The team uses a mixture of Golang and Python.
Programming and scripting skills applied to automation and solution development.
Experience in design and administration of Kubernetes environments.
Proficient at architecting and communicating solutions to a team of technical staff.
Experience working in an agile methodology and culture.
Applicants must have unrestricted working rights for the duration of this appointment.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.
What we can offer
This is a continuing opportunity based at Brisbane South (Nathan).
As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations.
HEW 8 base salary range $113,713 - $127,923 per annum + 17% superannuation.
Total FTE salary range $133,044 - $149,670.
Why join Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've created a dynamic and strong organisational culture.
We offer:
Mix of on-campus and work-from-home options and a supportive work environment
Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
Opportunities for internal mobility
Griffith University is committed to a safe and inclusive environment for all.
If you require accommodations, please let us know so we can support your participation in recruitment.
We value diversity, inclusion and flexibility and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply.
For more information see our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page.
Griffith University maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery.
For more information, please refer to Griffith's Modern Slavery Policy.
How to apply
Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:
A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role, referring to the qualifications above and the position description.
Further information about this role can be obtained from Stephen McGregor – Lead Platform Engineer on the advertised contact email.
Note to recruitment agencies: no enquiries regarding this vacancy.
All recruitment at Griffith is managed internally.
Closing date: Open until filled, applications will be reviewed as received.
All applications must be submitted online.
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📌 Senior Platform Engineer - Linux
🏢 Griffith University
📍 Queensland