Senior Platform Engineer - Technology Platforms

Southern Cross University; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Southern Cross University is looking for a Senior Platform Engineer to own Microsoft 365 administration, with emphasis on SharePoint Online, Power Platform and Entra ID. You will guide security, governance and reliability while collaborating with experienced engineers across technology services.

Relocation assistance is available as part of joining our regional university. The role is based on the Gold Coast or Lismore, offering a permanent full-time position with a strong customer-focused

Qualifications

• Hands-on expertise in Microsoft 365 administration.
• Depth in SharePoint Online, Power Platform and Entra ID administration.
• Knowledge of Azure and Windows/Linux environments with automation.
• Strong troubleshooting, governance and security focus.
• Experience with Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell or Python is valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead Microsoft 365 administration, particularly SharePoint and Power Platform.
• Manage Entra ID, identity, authentication and access controls.
• Strengthen platform security, governance, reliability and performance.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and improve automation and support.
• Support Microsoft Cloud, Copilot and emerging technology initiatives.

Education

Relevant IT qualifications

Tools

SharePoint Online

Power Platform

Entra ID

Azure

Terraform

Ansible

PowerShell

Python

Windows/Linux

Job description

Senior Platform Engineer - Technology Platforms

At Southern Cross University, we do things differently, and so can you.

A career with us is more than you might expect. Yes, it’s about the heart, connectedness and community you’d hope for in a regional university. But there’s also so much more. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper, focused learning experience and our research is deeply connected to our regions, making a difference on a global scale. This is your chance to help us build something new and meaningful for our students, our communities and your career. To drive change, make a real impact, and thrive in a place as unique as you.

You can be good anywhere. Here, you can be great.

Your opportunity

Bring your Microsoft 365 administration expertise to a role where you can make a real impact on the University's technology environment.

Southern Cross University is seeking an experienced Senior Platform Engineer with strong hands‑on expertise in Microsoft 365 administration, particularly SharePoint Online, Power Platform and Microsoft Entra ID, to help strengthen and evolve our enterprise technology services.

Working within Technology Services, you'll play a key role in administering, securing and optimising critical Microsoft platforms while contributing to broader cloud and infrastructure initiatives. You'll help improve platform reliability, strengthen governance and security, and support the University's adoption of emerging Microsoft technologies, including Copilot and AI-enabled services.

This is an opportunity to take technical ownership, influence platform standards and work alongside experienced engineers and specialists to solve complex challenges. You'll also contribute to automation, service improvements and the ongoing modernisation of technology services across the University.

You will make an impact by:

• Leading Microsoft 365 administration, particularly SharePoint and Power Platform


• Managing Entra ID, identity, authentication and access controls


• Strengthening platform security, governance, reliability and performance


• Troubleshooting complex issues and improving automation and support


• Supporting Microsoft Cloud, Copilot and emerging technology initiatives

What you will bring

You’ll be an experienced Microsoft 365 or platform administrator with strong hands‑on expertise in managing enterprise Microsoft environments. You'll have a particular depth of knowledge in SharePoint Online administration, Power Platform and Entra ID, with the ability to configure, secure, maintain and troubleshoot these services.

You’ll combine technical expertise with sound judgement, a proactive approach to problem‑solving and a commitment to continuous improvement. Comfortable working across multidisciplinary teams, you'll share your knowledge, provide technical guidance and help deliver secure, reliable and scalable technology services.

To succeed in this role, you will also need:

• Relevant IT qualifications and/or substantial enterprise platform experience


• Demonstrated Microsoft 365, SharePoint Online and Power Platform administration


• Experience managing platform security, access, governance and performance


• Knowledge of Azure, Windows/Linux environment and automation technologies


• Strong troubleshooting, stakeholder engagement and technical leadership skills

Experience with Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell, Python, monitoring tools or relevant Microsoft certification will be highly regarded

Why Southern Cross University

SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small and vibrant. That means you’ll find more exposure, opportunity and ownership - to grow, achieve and build a career that means more. And you’ll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed.A career with us is about more than just work. It’s about place, community and the life you want to live. With three main campuses at the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour and the Northern Rivers region of NSW, we’re integral to all these wonderful communities. Find your place and be more in this beautiful part of the world.

Your opportunity is:

• Full‑time, continuing (permanent)


• Located at either Gold Coast, QLD 4225, or Lismore, NSW 2480. Relocation assistance is available, making it easier to join our regional communities


• HEW Level 7. The base salary ranges from $111,612 - $121,190 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $141,792.

You will enjoy a range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, growth and work‑life balance. For more information on our benefits and what it’s like to work at SCU, visit Why work at Southern Cross University?

Be more with Southern Cross University today

Southern Cross University values potential as much as experience. If you do not meet all the listed requirements but are excited about the role and confident you can contribute, we encourage you to apply or reach out for more information.

Eligible applicants must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency or current working rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Southern Cross University celebrates the rich diversity of our regions and international community. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values people of all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate.For any support through the recruitment process reach out to ****@scu.edu.au.