Senior Systems Engineer | OSS & Automation Senior Systems Engineer | OSS & Automation $1,000/Day | 12-Month Initial Contract | Sydney WFH Lead OSS Architecture for a Major Network Infrastructure Are you a Linux expert who thrives on building the "brains" behind massive network infrastructures? Join a Tier-1 network provider striving to connect systems with unprecedented efficiency. As a Senior OSS Engineer, you won't just maintain systems; you will architect the future of network operations. You will lead the full lifecycle-from requirements and Python coding to Ansible automation and optimisation-ensuring systems remain secure, scalable, and carrier-grade. The Impact You'll Make: Design & Innovate: Create high-level solution designs and integration patterns aligned with core architectural principles. Automate at Scale: Leverage Ansible and Python to streamline configuration across a massive virtualized environment. Lead Technical Excellence: Mentor junior staff and drive the technical roadmap for OSS solutions. Bridge the Gap: Collaborate with IP Network Engineers to translate complex requirements into robust technical reality. The Expertise You Bring: Someone who is as comfortable with a CI/CD pipeline as they are with ISP-grade infrastructure. NV1 Clearance: You must hold a current NV1 clearance to be considered. Linux Mastery: 6 years of deep experience, specifically with RedHat (RHEL). Modern Virtualization: Hands-on experience with VMWare and OpenShift/Kubernetes. Automation/DevOps: Strong Python (OOP) skills and experience with CI/CD pipelines and Ansible. Networking: Sound understanding of TCP/IP within a Service Provider context. Agile: Experience working within Jira/Confluence environments. Why Apply? Long-term Stability: 12-month contract with a high likelihood of extension. High-Level Impact: Your architectural decisions influence one of Australia's largest networks. Flexible Work: A balanced Sydney-based hybrid model. If you are a Systems Engineer and want to shape design and solutions for a for a major network company apply now by uploading your resume in word format. For a confidential discussion, please reach out to Shankar Sapkota at Shankar.sapkota(@)aurec.com.