DevOps Engineer
Melbourne CBD - Hybrid
Up to $160k base + Super

We are excited to partner with a rapidly growing fintech making a significant impact in the APAC region. Our client is on a modernisation journey to enhance its platform and elevate its business to new heights. They are seeking a talented DevOps Engineer to join their operations team and help drive this initiative forward.

In this newly created role, the Senior DevOps Engineer will work closely with both development and operations teams to implement best practices that streamline processes, enhance system reliability, and ensure a scalable infrastructure. This position is a fresh addition to the operations team and focuses on the operational side of DevOps. Key responsibilities will include creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, along with working with .NET and SQL technologies. They are looking for a team-oriented individual who is committed to long-term collaboration.

As a DevOps Engineer, your main duties will involve maintaining and operating high-availability systems across both Windows and Linux platforms. Foster cooperation within your direct team and work closely with product development, security, platform operations, and other related teams.

Your responsibilities will encompass:

Devops:

• Infrastructure Automation: Streamline infrastructure and deployment processes through automation with Bash, PowerShell, and CI/CD tools, all while collaborating closely with development and platform teams.
• Security Management: Uphold security standards and encryption by effectively managing TLS, handling certificates, and integrating with hardware security modules (HSMs).
• System Monitoring: Monitor and optimise system performance and availability using observability tools.
• Change Management: Implement and adhere to change management and ITIL best practices to ensure stability and compliance.
• Documentation: Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for infrastructure, processes, and operational workflows.
• SQL Integration: Collaborate with data engineering teams to integrate SQL databases into CI/CD pipelines.

Infrastructure System Management:

• Manage on-premises server infrastructure for processing payment transactions.
• Enhance and maintain existing CI/CD pipelines through automation to ensure they operate efficiently, securely, and effectively.
• Implement new pipelines to automate testing, building, and deploying new features.

Incident Management and Troubleshooting:

• Respond to incidents and troubleshoot issues related to payment processing, ensuring the smooth operation of the company's products and services.
• Implement measures to minimise downtime and service interruptions through automated recovery processes.
• Rapidly diagnose and resolve incident issues, monitor transaction volumes, and detect anomalies.

Security and Compliance:

• Ensure the infrastructure complies with rigorous security regulations, particularly PCI DSS standards.
• Implement security measures and secure APIs effectively.
• Automate compliance checks and audits to ensure ongoing adherence to security controls and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience with payment systems or other high-volume transaction platforms, along with knowledge of PCI DSS and relevant security standards.
• Strong understanding of modular software architecture, including separation of concerns, loose coupling, and high cohesion.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in DevOps, preferably with Azure DevOps, demonstrating proficiency in both on-premises and cloud infrastructure, with a preference for on-premises experience.
• Proficient in .NET/C# development; experience in finance, banking, or payment technology is a significant advantage.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, particularly in team-oriented environments.

If you are passionate about DevOps and looking for a fulfilling career with a supportive organisation, we encourage you to apply!