Senior Cloud Engineer

www.clearedrecruitment.com.au; Canberra; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleared is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to join the National Security and Defence Professional Services team in Canberra. You will design, implement and manage complex AWS solutions that meet customer requirements and mission objectives; collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and define migration strategies, delivering secure and scalable cloud architectures.

This role offers onsite work with potential travel, mentorship opportunities, and exposure to mission-critical national

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Software Engineering or related discipline.
• AWS Professional level certification (highly desirable).
• 7+ years in technical specialist, design or architecture roles.
• Experience with AWS-based cloud solutions.
• Experience across systems, networking and operating systems.
• Experience designing and implementing serverless distributed solutions.
• Proficiency in Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C# or Rust.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and consulting capability.
• Experience in Defence or National Security environments (highly desirable).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement complex, scalable and secure AWS solutions tailored to customer needs
• Provide technical guidance, troubleshooting and engineering support throughout project delivery
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and propose effective migration strategies
• Act as a trusted advisor on cloud trends, emerging technologies and best practices
• Mentor internal and customer teams, contributing reusable artefacts and knowledge sharing
• Support enterprise cloud adoption initiatives across Defence and National Security domains

Skills

Cloud architecture

Stakeholder engagement

Serverless design

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Software Engineering or related

Tools

AWS

Python

Java

Golang

C#

Rust

Job description

Senior Cloud Engineer - National Security & Defence

Permanent full time.

Location

Canberra, ACT

Working Arrangement

Onsite with Federal Government and National Security customers. Some travel may be required.

Clearance Required

TSPV + ability to pass OSA

Company Overview

Cleared have partnered with the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, supporting organisations across government, national security, defence, enterprise and global markets. Our client's Professional Services is a global team of specialists who help customers achieve secure, scalable and high performing cloud outcomes. The team delivers strategic guidance, technical leadership and hands on engineering expertise across complex cloud adoption programs.

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to join the National Security and Defence Professional Services team. This role is responsible for designing, implementing and managing complex AWS solutions that meet customer technical requirements and mission objectives. You will work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements, assess existing environments, propose migration strategies and deliver secure, scalable and resilient cloud architectures. As a trusted advisor, you will provide technical leadership, share best practices and contribute to capability uplift across customer teams.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and implement complex, scalable and secure AWS solutions tailored to customer needs
• Provide technical guidance, troubleshooting and engineering support throughout project delivery
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and propose effective migration strategies
• Act as a trusted advisor on cloud trends, emerging technologies and best practices
• Mentor internal and customer teams, contributing reusable artefacts and knowledge sharing
• Support enterprise cloud adoption initiatives across Defence and National Security domains

Education/Certifications Required

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Engineering or related discipline (preferred)
• AWS Professional level certification (highly desirable)

Knowledge/Skills Required

• 7+ years' experience in technical specialist, design or architecture roles
• Strong experience in cloud based solutions (AWS or equivalent)
• Experience across systems, networking and operating systems
• Experience designing and implementing serverless distributed solutions
• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language such as Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C# or Rust
• Strong stakeholder engagement and consulting capability
• Experience in Defence or National Security environments (highly desirable)

Employment Benefits

• Work within a global leader in cloud technology
• Access to extensive mentorship, training and career development pathways
• Exposure to complex, mission critical national security programs
• Inclusive, collaborative and innovation driven culture
• Flexible work life balance aligned

Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Veterans

Defence and Federal Government industry experience is highly desirable. We strongly encourage veterans and individuals with Defence experience to apply. Your unique skills and background are highly valued, and we are committed to supporting your transition into this role.

About Cleared

At Cleared, we provide tailored recruitment solutions to individuals seeking their next opportunity and to organisations searching for talent within Defence Industry, Intelligence and National Security.