Were seeking a senior engineer for a key client-facing role specialising in DevOps Azure Cloud and Databricks platforms. Youll be responsible for the hands-on delivery and management of automated scalable and secure cloud platforms for our clients.
This is a deeply technical client-facing role. Youll champion DevOps principles implementing robust CI / CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (IaC). Youll be the senior technical expert with a strong focus on large-scale Databricks integrations and driving significant cloud cost optimisation through superior platform governance and automation.
The Senior Databricks & Azure Platform Engineer is responsible for building, managing and optimising automated CI / CD pipelines for infrastructure data and analytics workloads. This role takes hands-on ownership of the Azure platform engineering secure scalable and resilient environments using Infrastructure as Code (IaC). The engineer leads the implementation, configuration and management of large-scale Azure Databricks integrations ensuring performance reliability and cost efficiency. A key part of the role includes driving cloud cost optimisation initiatives delivering up to ****% reductions in Azure spend through governance automation and platform improvements. Acting as the senior technical advisor for clients the engineer manages stakeholder relationships and ensures that platform solutions align with business objectives. Additionally the role involves championing automation and DevOps practices, managing Azure security governance, incident response and ongoing platform support to maintain operational excellence.
Qualifications
Extensive Experience : in a similar role as a Databricks Platform Engineer
DevOps Expertise : Strong proven background in DevOps principles CI / CD automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
Azure Expertise : Deep hands-on specialisation in Azure platform engineering including infrastructure security networking and cost management.
Databricks Expertise : Proven hands-on experience with large-scale Azure Databricks integrations, administration and performance optimisation.
Proven Cost Savings : A demonstrated track record of achieving significant quantifiable reductions in Azure cloud spend.
Client-Facing Skills : Exceptional communication, stakeholder management and client delivery skills.
Certifications : Professional certifications in Microsoft Azure (e.g. Azure DevOps Engineer, Azure Solutions Architect) or Databricks.
BI / Analytics Familiarity : Experience supporting BI and analytics tools that consume data from Databricks (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx).
Multi-Cloud : Hands-on experience with other cloud environments (e.g. AWS).
Additional Information
Why join us :
At NCS Australia youll be part of a team that values your growth and development. Our comprehensive global learning and development program will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed. Plus youll be mentored by some of the industrys best and have access to a worldwide network of career opportunities. Join us now and discover just how far your career can go
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To be eligible for a position with us applicants will need to have valid work rights for Australia and be willing to undergo a comprehensive background checking process including probity and police checks.
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Why join us :
NCS Australia is where you can feel at home nurturing your talents and skills as we make tomorrow together one day at a time. Our benefits include paid parental leave initiatives focused on your well-being and discounted health insurance. You will also enjoy discounts on various products and services and be regularly recognised and rewarded for high performance. We are committed to your career development through our Capability Fingerprint industry and partner training programs, special interest groups and an AI-driven learning platform. No matter where you are in your career we offer meaningful work and opportunities for growth.
NCS Australia is an equal-opportunity employer and we take pride in our commitment to valuing and supporting our people and the communities we are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Veterans, Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander community.
At NCS Australia we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply.
Work rights and background checks
To be eligible for a position with us applicants will need to have valid work rights for Australia and be willing to undergo a comprehensive background checking process including probity and police checks
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
Key Skills
APIs,C / C++,Computer Graphics,Go,React,Redux,Node.js,AWS,Library Services,Assembly,GraphQL,High Voltage
Experience :
years
Vacancy :
1
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