Lead Cloud Network Engineer

Onyx Gaming PTY; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible working hours

Collaborative work environment

Professional development and L&D

Annual Community Day

Barista coffee and team events

Job summary

Onyx Gaming PTY is seeking a Lead Cloud Network Engineer to design, build and optimise secure networks across cloud and on-premises environments. You will lead SD-WAN deployments, drive Infrastructure as Code adoption and mentor the team to deliver resilient, cost-efficient connectivity across venues.

You will shape architecture, implement Terraform/CloudFormation/AWS CDK pipelines and collaborate with development, security and project teams to meet ISO 27001 governance requirements.

Qualifications

• A degree in Network Systems or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience designing and managing enterprise networks across cloud and on-premises environments.
• Hands-on expertise in AWS networking, Cisco equipment, Meraki, SD-WAN and next-generation firewalls.
• Practical DevOps and automation skills including Git, CI/CD pipelines and IaC tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation or AWS CDK, plus Python or Ansible.
• Experience with secure, highly available architectures, container networking, monitoring tools and cloud security controls, including AWS IAM.
• Understanding ISO 27001 requirements, network governance and opportunities to optimise cost and performance.
• Preferred: AWS Advanced Networking - Specialty, Azure Network Engineer or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Network Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Shape hybrid network architecture connecting cloud platforms, data centres and venues securely.
• Lead SD-WAN deployments and manage Cisco/Meraki infrastructure to improve performance and multi-site connectivity.
• Build and optimise AWS networking services like VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Route 53, CloudFront.
• Strengthen network security with next-generation firewalls and cloud controls.
• Automate provisioning, testing and remediation using IaC and CI/CD pipelines.
• Lead troubleshooting and drive improvements in availability, DR, performance and cost.
• Mentor teammates and document designs for governance and ISO 27001 compliance.

Skills

AWS networking

SD-WAN

Cisco equipment

Meraki

Next-gen firewalls

DevOps

Automation

Terraform

CloudFormation

AWS CDK

Python

Ansible

Git

CI/CD

AWS IAM

ISO 27001

Education

Degree in Network Systems or related discipline

Tools

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Terraform

CloudFormation

AWS CDK

Python

Ansible

Job description

Onyx Gaming is a trusted operational advisor and a leading force in Electronic Gaming Machine (EGM) systems. Our commitment to excellence and innovation has made us a key player in the gaming industry, empowering hospitality venues across Australia with cutting-edge solutions.

Ready to shape what's next in cloud networking? We're looking for a Lead Cloud Network Engineer who combines deep networking expertise with an automation-first mindset. Take ownership of the connections that keep our business and venues running—and help drive our next stage of cloud network transformation.

About the Role

Reporting to the Principal Infrastructure & Platform Engineer, you'll design, build and optimise secure, resilient networks across our cloud and on-premises environments. This is a hands-on technical leadership role: you'll shape architecture, lead SD-WAN deployments and bring Infrastructure as Code to life, while mentoring our operational team and partnering with development, security and project teams.

In this role, you will:

• Shape and deliver hybrid network architecture that connects our cloud platforms, data centres and venues securely and reliably.
• Build and optimise AWS networking services, including VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Route 53 and CloudFront.
• Lead SD-WAN deployments and manage Cisco and Meraki infrastructure to improve application performance and multi-site connectivity.
• Strengthen network security through next-generation firewalls, cloud security controls and secure connectivity design.
• Automate network provisioning, testing and remediation using Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD pipelines.
• Lead complex troubleshooting and improve network availability, disaster recovery, performance and cost efficiency.
• Mentor colleagues, document clear network designs and support governance, ISO 27001 compliance and continuous improvement.

About You

You're a hands-on network specialist who enjoys turning complex challenges into secure, practical solutions. You think strategically, take ownership from design through to production, and look for opportunities to replace manual processes with reliable automation. Just as importantly, you communicate clearly, share your expertise and bring people along with you-whether you're explaining an architecture decision or leading the response to a critical issue.

Skills & Qualifications

• A degree in Network Systems or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience.
• Strong experience designing and managing enterprise networks across cloud and on-premises environments, with advanced networking protocol knowledge.
• Hands-on expertise in AWS networking, Cisco equipment, Meraki, SD-WAN and next-generation firewalls.
• Practical DevOps and automation skills, including Git, CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation or AWS CDK, plus Python or Ansible.
• Experience with secure, highly available architectures, container networking, monitoring tools and cloud security controls, including AWS IAM.
• An understanding of ISO 27001 requirements, network governance and opportunities to optimise cost and performance.
• Preferred: relevant industry or cloud networking certifications, such as AWS Advanced Networking - Specialty, Azure Network Engineer or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Network Engineer.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working hours.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity to work with a passionate and talented team.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your wellbeing
• Professional development opportunities through our L&D program and career growth.
• One paid Community Day each year to volunteer or support a cause you care about.
• Barista coffee machine, quarterly celebrations and regular team events.

The successful applicant must be eligible to obtain a VGCCC licence and meet other applicable regulatory licensing requirements and be willing to participate in responsible service of gambling (RSG) programs.

Onyx Gaming is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. We are actively recruiting for this position and will engage with suitable candidates as soon we have reviewed their applications.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

No agency enquiries please.