DevOps Engineer: Cloud, Kubernetes & Automation

Macquarie Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Macquarie Group seeks a talented DevOps Engineer to join our engineering team in Australia. You will design, develop and maintain scalable services, focusing on secure, reliable cloud and containerised environments.

Collaboration with Engineering Managers and Lead Engineers will be key as you drive automation and operational excellence across Kubernetes and cloud platforms. You will bring hands-on Kubernetes experience, strong AWS/GCP knowledge, and proficiency in scripting or programming

Qualifications

• Experience designing, developing and maintaining services with emphasis on reliability and scalability.
• Hands-on experience deploying applications to Kubernetes clusters and managing cloud resources (AWS/GCP).
• Proficiency in scripting or programming languages (e.g., Golang, Bash, Java).
• Independent problem solver with strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement and maintain services to ensure security, scalability and reliability.
• Contribute to cloud and containerised environments for deployment and operation of applications.
• Drive automation, operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

REST & API concepts

Problem solving

Communication skills

Cloud experience

Tools

Kubernetes

AWS

GCP

Golang

Bash

Java

Job description

We are looking for a talented and experienced DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. Working in a collaborative environment alongside Engineering Managers and Lead Engineers, you will contribute to the ongoing evolution of our technology landscape, helping to support the delivery of reliable, scalable, and innovative services. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that values technical excellence, continuous improvement, and a shared commitment to building solutions that create meaningful business impact.

We are a global financial services group operating in 30 markets with 57 years of unbroken profitability. At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that is fulfilling and creates value. You will bring your insights and expertise to the task at hand and feel supported as you make your own kind of impact for a better future.

What role will you play?

Working closely with your Engineering Manager and Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining our services to ensure they remain secure, scalable, and reliable. You will contribute to the ongoing enhancement of our cloud and containerised environments, supporting the delivery and operation of applications across Kubernetes and cloud platforms. Leveraging modern web and API technologies, you will help drive automation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives.

As a trusted technical contributor, you will apply strong problem-solving skills, work independently when required, and collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes

What You Offer

• Strong understanding of Web and API technologies (including REST, HTTP & cert management, API gateway concepts)
• Hands-on experience deploying applications to and administering Kubernetes clusters
• Practical experience in AWS (EC2, EKS, S3) and GCP (Compute, GKE) Cloud Services
• Proficiency in scripting or programming languages highly desirable. Eg, Golang, Bash, Java
• Independent problem solver, with effective communication skills.
  
  

We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply.

About Banking and Financial Services

Banking and Financial Services is our technology-driven retail bank. You will be part of a team that supports clients to achieve their full potential - whether that’s buying a home, growing a business or investing to manage wealth.

Inclusion at Macquarie

We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all, where different experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. Macquarie provides access to opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or any other characteristic or circumstance.

We provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and employment. If you require an adjustment, please let us know during the application process.