Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Transport for NSW; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport for NSW is seeking an experienced Cloud Engineer to design, implement and maintain scalable Azure-based infrastructure. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, high-availability cloud solutions.

You will support automation, monitoring, cost management, and deployment pipelines using ARM/Bicep/Terraform and Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions. Flexible work options may be available within Australia.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years hands-on Azure experience in IaaS, PaaS, networking, and hybrid cloud.
• Strong knowledge of Azure AD, VNets, NSGs, ExpressRoute, and on-prem to Azure migration.
• Proficient with ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform for resource provisioning.
• Experience with PowerShell and/or Azure CLI for automation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in cross-functional teams to design and maintain scalable cloud infra for Transport for NSW.
• Assist senior engineers in building secure, robust cloud infrastructure using open-source frameworks.
• Streamline release processes with CI/CD, test-driven development, and automation.
• Monitor performance and diagnose issues to ensure uptime for critical web apps.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure efficiency and consistency across systems.
• Support deployment by packaging and importing apps into various environments.
• Apply infrastructure-as-code and CI/CD pipelines to manage immutable server environments.
• Stay updated on tech trends and government policies for compliant, innovative infra solutions.

Skills

Azure cloud engineering

Cloud architecture

Automation & scripting

Tools

Terraform

ARM templates

Bicep

Azure DevOps

Job description

You can be part of the team that enables significant service improvements for our people.

You’re an innovative tech enthusiast who wants to explore and create cutting-edge solutions. You'll have the opportunity to be part of an expert team that improves technology experiences, shaping the digital landscape for a seamless future.

In this role, you'll:

• Collaborate within cross-functional project teams to design, build, and maintain scalable cloud infrastructure solutions for Transport for NSW.
• Support senior engineers in developing high-quality, secure, and robust cloud infrastructure using open-source frameworks and cloud computing services.
• Streamline workflows and release processes using continuous delivery methodologies, including test-driven development and automation practices.
• Monitor infrastructure performance and diagnostics to ensure business continuity and maximum uptime for critical web applications.
• Conduct code reviews and analyses to identify and resolve issues, ensuring validity, efficiency, and consistency across infrastructure and software systems.
• Support deployment processes by managing the packaging and import of applications and components into various environments.
• Apply infrastructure-as-code principles and CI/CD pipelines to manage immutable server environments effectively.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, best practices, and government policies to ensure compliance and innovation in infrastructure solutions.

The team also comes together in person for activities such as branch all-in days, training sessions, planning workshops and collaborative work.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About you

• Minimum 7 years of hands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure services, including IaaS, PaaS, networking, and hybrid cloud environments.
• Strong understanding of Azure Active Directory, VNets, NSGs, ExpressRoute, and on‑prem to Azure migration strategies.
• Proficiency in deploying and managing resources using ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform.
• Solid scripting experience with PowerShell and/or Azure CLI for automation and infrastructure management.
• Experience with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, cost management, and CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
• Preferred certifications include Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Azure Security Engineer Associate.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

Flexible work optionsmay be available. Learn more viaFlexible work options and policy

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.