Senior DevOps Engineer
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7 days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Join one of the Hunter regions largest tech teams and help shape the future of digital innovation in teaching and learning at the University of Newcastle.
As our Senior Developer / Tech Lead youll work at the intersection of technology people and ideas -partnering directly with academic and professional stakeholders to understand their needs while leading a small collaborative team to build GenAI-powered web apps and prototypes that deliver meaningful outcomes.
What youll do
- Lead squads delivering secure scalable web and AI solutions in agile sprints
- Partner with stakeholders to define scope solve problems and deliver sustainable outcomes
- Build web apps with Generative AI features (including MCP) using Python JavaScript (Node/React) and Power Platform
- Raise engineering standards through code reviews development practices automation and security by design
- Design automate and optimise CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure (Azure/AWS)
- Mentor developers and foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
What were looking for
- Experience leading and mentoring software engineering teams
- Strong technical capability in cloud (Azure AWS or GCP) CI/CD automation and modern web app delivery
- Experience integrating Generative AI platforms (e.g. ChatGPT Azure AI Studio Amazon Bedrock/Q) with applications and familiarity with emerging MCP/agentic design patterns
- Proficiency in rapid application development with Python (Flask) and/or JavaScript ( React)
- Practical experience with low-code platforms such as Microsoft Power Platform
- Excellent communication skills with a calm outcome-focused mindset
This 2-year Fixed Term role will commence asap and will be based at our Callaghan campus (Awabakal land) with opportunity to WFH 40%.
You must have valid Australian work rights. Visa sponsorship isnt available for this role.
Why this role
- Flexibility that works: 35-hour week and hybrid work (40% WFH) designed around life.
- Impact with speed: Build prototypes pilots and MVPs that modernise how the University works.
- Modern stack: GenAI MCP Python JavaScript Power Platform CI/CD Azure AWS.
- Career scale: Join one of the regions largest tech teams with access to technical training mentoring and career development.
- Supportive culture: Ethical collaborative people who celebrate wins and genuinely want each other to succeed.
- Purpose with impact:Contribute to education research and innovation that benefits our community.
Remuneration & benefits
- Total remuneration: $137987$160986 p.a. (including super) commensurate with experience.
- Additional Benefits: Generous leave (including additional University days) paid parental leave salary packaging Fitness Passport and more. See our benefits at a glance.
How to apply
Click Apply to be redirected to our website where you can review the full Position Description and submit your application. Your application should include:
- Your resume (max 5 pages)
- A cover letter (max 2 pages) outlining your interest in the role and summarising how your skills and experience align with its requirements.
Contact Us
For more information about this role please contact Sourav Banerjee Senior Manager of DevOps Engineering - S
Our University
For 60 years the University of Newcastle has been dedicated to outstanding education and research. Were proud to be ranked in the top 1% of universities in the world and in the top 40 universities globally for impact. Across our campuses in Newcastle the Central Coast Sydney and Singapore the University of Newcastle enrols more than 37000 students and is one of the regions largest employers.
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas. We extend that respect to the homelands of our students and staff. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present. We are fully committed to building on our strengths in Indigenous higher education and providing a supportive space for our Indigenous students staff and communities.
We are committed to equity diversity and inclusion and we value the unique backgrounds experiences and perspectives each person brings to our community. Together we strive to create a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples women people with diverse gender identities and sexualities people living with disability and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Closing Date: Sunday 12th April @ 11:59pm AEST
Our assessment process
Typically candidates that progress beyond the shortlist stage can expect to undertake the following (minimum) assessment activities as part of the recruitment process:
- Interview (an in person interview will be conducted as part of the process)
- Referee checks
- Pre-employment checks as appropriate to the role
Our University is committed to creating a safe respectful and inclusive environment for every member of our community. This commitment is central to our values and our efforts to build a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive.
As part of this and in alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2025 from 1 January 2026 the University will also consider gender-based violence risk factors as part of our recruitment processes.
The completion and return of the Universitys Gender-based Violence Declaration Form will form part of the pre-employment checks for this position and any offer of employment will be conditional upon review by the University.
Our adherence to the Code is about more than complianceits about living our values. Together we can ensure our University remains a place where respect safety and inclusion are non-negotiable.
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