IT Operations Engineer I

HPS; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model (3 days in office

2 days WFH

Job summary

HPS Australia is seeking an IT Operations Engineer I to support day-to-day operation of critical payment processing platforms and ensure service availability in a Sydney-based role.

This opportunity suits recent graduates or early-career IT professionals eager to build expertise in enterprise operations and payment technologies, working with customers, vendors, and internal teams to maintain secure, reliable services.

Qualifications

• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 1–3 years in IT Operations, System Administration, or similar role.
• Recent graduates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support analysis of business and technical requirements for payment systems.
• Assist with DRP activities and production industrialization initiatives.
• Participate in testing and deployment of patches and enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to service reporting and operational reviews.

Skills

Unix/Linux

Database knowledge

Shell scripting

Monitoring

Incident management

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

Automic

Dollar Universe

SFTP/CFT

Job description

Join HPS Australia and Power the Future of Digital Payments

Hightech Payment Systems (HPS) is a leading global fintech company delivering innovative payment software and solutions to financial institutions around the world. Through our flagship platform, PowerCARD, we empower banks, payment processors, fintechs, retailers and payment networks across 95+ countries to deliver secure, reliable and seamless payment experiences.

With more than 1,400 employees worldwide, HPS is recognized as a trusted technology partner, helping over 500 financial institutions modernize their payment ecosystems through cutting-edge technologies, operational excellence and continuous innovation.

About HPS Australia

HPS Australia is the newest member of the HPS global family and plays a strategic role in expanding our presence across the Australian market. Based in Sydney, our teams work closely with colleagues across Europe, Africa, Asia and the Middle East to support mission-critical payment platforms operating around the clock.

As our Australian business continues to grow, we are looking for talented technology professionals who thrive in high-availability environments and are passionate about enterprise infrastructure, automation and operational excellence.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic IT Operations Engineer I to join our Payment Services Operations team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career IT professional looking to build expertise in enterprise operations and payment technologies. You will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operation of critical payment processing platforms, ensuring service availability, incident resolution, system monitoring, and operational excellence.

Working closely with customers, vendors, and internal technical teams, you will contribute to maintaining secure, reliable, and highly available payment services for leading financial institutions across Australia.

Key Responsibilities

IT Operations & Service Delivery

• Participate in the analysis of business and technical requirements for payment system platforms
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of RUN IT operational procedures
• Assist with production industrialization initiatives and Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) activities
• Participate in qualification testing and deployment of corrective patches and system enhancements
• Ensure operational activities comply with internal procedures and regulatory requirements
• Contribute to maintaining high levels of service availability and operational performance

Incident Management & Technical Support

• Provide Level 2 and Level 3 technical support for operational services
• Investigate, analyse, diagnose, and resolve incidents within agreed service levels
• Monitor operational incidents and perform root cause analysis
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to minimise recurring issues
• Anticipate operational risks and system evolution requirements
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of technical documentation

Monitoring & Platform Operations

• Support monitoring, alerting, scheduling, backup, and batch processing activities
• Assist in defining operational tasks and monitoring procedures
• Participate in production go-live preparation and operational readiness reviews
• Contribute to operational reporting and service performance monitoring
• Support maintenance planning and continuous improvement initiatives
• Assist in managing relationships with customers, vendors, and service providers
• Participate in processing operational requests and support activities
• Contribute to service reporting and operational reviews
• Support the delivery of high-quality customer service and operational outcomes

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience:

• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
• 1-3 years of experience in IT Operations, System Administration, Infrastructure Support, or a similar role
• Recent graduates with relevant internships or practical experience are encouraged to apply

Technical Skills:

• Experience working with Unix/Linux environments
• Knowledge of Oracle, PostgreSQL, or other relational databases
• Experience with Shell Scripting and batch processing activities
• Familiarity with file transfer solutions such as SFTP or CFT
• Understanding of network and security fundamentals
• Exposure to monitoring and alerting platforms
• Knowledge of enterprise scheduling tools such as Automic, Dollar Universe ($U), or similar is advantageous
• Exposure to payment systems, Visa, Mastercard, or financial transaction processing environments is highly regarded

Personal Attributes:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Customer-focused mindset
• Proactive and eager to learn
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong organisational and reporting capabilities
• Flexible, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement

Why Join HPS Australia?

• Work with some of Australia's leading banks and financial institutions
• Hybrid working model (3 days in office, 2 days WFH)
• Sydney CBD office located near Town Hall Station and major public transport links
• Exposure to large-scale, mission-critical payment platforms
• Opportunity to develop expertise in the global payments industry
• Collaborative, supportive, and highly skilled team environment
• Career growth opportunities within a global payments technology leader

Applicants must hold Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency and have full working rights in Australia.