Senior DevOps Engineer

Halcyon Knights; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Halcyon Knights is seeking two Senior DevOps Engineers to support a Fed Gov client, delivering cloud and data infrastructure with hybrid work options. You will drive DevOps practices, IaC (Terraform) and modernise cloud environments across AWS and/or Azure, while mentoring teams in an Agile setting.

Ideal candidates bring EL1-level expertise, strong scripting (Python/JS/Golang), and hands-on Kubernetes and Docker mastery to enable secure, scalable delivery and stakeholder collaboration at senior

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience designing, implementing and managing scalable AWS and/or Azure cloud infrastructure.
• Proven ability to establish DevOps practices and continuous delivery pipelines with GitLab, Artifactory and Jira.
• Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC), particularly Terraform.
• Proficiency with Git and Agile development methodologies.
• Coding ability in Python, JavaScript and Golang for supporting cloud workloads.
• Strong Docker and Kubernetes experience for container orchestration.
• Demonstrated technical leadership and stakeholder engagement in Agile teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, deploy and support cloud and data infrastructure across AWS and/or Azure.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation.
• Prioritise technical work queues to ensure timely delivery of initiatives.
• Implement IaC solutions and adhere to integration best practices.
• Develop and maintain code across Python, JavaScript and Golang.
• Lead technical activities within Agile project teams and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Provide guidance to senior leadership on complex technical issues.
• Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve outcomes.

Skills

AWS

Azure

CI/CD

Terraform

Python

JavaScript

Golang

Docker

Kubernetes

GitLab

Tools

GitLab

Artifactory

Jira

Job description

Senior DevOps Engineers (EL1 Equivalent)

12-Month Contract + 12-Month Extension | Hybrid Working

We are seeking 2 experienced Senior DevOps Engineers to join our Fed Gov Client, supporting the design, development and deployment of cloud and data infrastructure.

These EL1-equivalent roles will provide technical leadership across complex initiatives, driving DevOps best practices, cloud modernisation and continuous delivery.

Working closely with business stakeholders and a local full-stack development team, you will deliver scalable, secure and high-quality solutions within an Agile environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, deploy and support cloud and data infrastructure across AWS and/or Azure.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices and infrastructure automation.
• Manage and prioritise technical work queues to ensure timely delivery of key initiatives.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions and ensure adherence to integration best practices.
• Develop and maintain code across Python, JavaScript and Golang.
• Lead technical activities within Agile project teams, collaborating with developers and business stakeholders.
• Manage complex technical issues and provide expert advice, guidance and support to senior leadership.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve project outcomes.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Extensive hands-on experience designing, implementing and managing scalable AWS and/or Azure cloud infrastructure.
• Strong experience establishing DevOps practices and continuous delivery pipelines using tools such as GitLab, Artifactory and Jira.
• Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC), particularly Terraform.
• Proficiency in Git and experience working within Agile development methodologies.
• Ability to develop and maintain moderately complex code using Python, JavaScript and Golang.
• Strong experience with Docker, Kubernetes, containerisation and cluster orchestration.
• Demonstrated technical leadership, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills.

Desirable Skills

• Experience administering both AWS and Azure environments, including multi-cloud infrastructure.
• Familiarity with HashiCorp Vault for secrets management and securing sensitive information.
• Experience designing AI-enabled CI/CD automation, including permission-controlled AI agents for automated testing, documentation and remediation.

Contract Details

• Positions: 2
• Start Date: 2 November 2026
• Contract Duration: 12 months, with a 12-month extension option
• Location: Canberra, Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney
• Working Arrangements: Hybrid
• Hours: Up to 37.5 hours per week
• Experience Level: Senior – EL1 equivalent
• Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1)