Join to apply for the Principal Engineer, Cloud role at QUT (Queensland University of Technology)1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Principal Engineer, Cloud role at QUT (Queensland University of Technology)Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Remuneration: $158,080 to $165,606 pa (HEW9) (inclusive of $133,579 to $139,939 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)Open to: Applicants who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.$133,579 to $139,939Ongoing, full-timeKelvin Grove (hybrid option available)Reference number: 25383Term: Ongoing, full-time basisRemuneration: $158,080 to $165,606 pa (HEW9) (inclusive of $133,579 to $139,939 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)Open to: Applicants who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Who are we looking for?We are seeking a Principal Engineer, Cloud to join Digital Business Solutions, Administrative Division.The Principal Cloud Engineer is responsible for the design, build and management of cloud infrastructure platforms for QUT. This role will develop the frameworks, guardrails, and automated remediation of non-compliant workloads, and to assist with education on cloud best-practice design. The position will lead the development of self-service cloud infrastructure and the democratisation of cloud infrastructure consumption, within the well-defined guardrails, leveraging consistent and well-orchestrated deployment patterns. This role will directly interface with other key technical stakeholders across Digital Technology, including data centre operations, platform engineering, integration, and network teams. In addition, the Principal Engineer, Cloud will collaborate with cross-functional and cross-organisation teams to develop solutions and strategies for QUT''s Software Defined Data Centre.Were offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUTs commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.About UsQUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a ''real world'' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.Digital Business Solutions (DBS) provides support for staff and students across a range of information and technology services. DBS uses technology to create value for our students and customers through the portfolios of Learning and Teaching, Research and Innovation, and Professional Services. DBS embraces digital transformation as being fundamental to the delivery on the QUT Digital Strategy to enabling QUTs aspirations outlined in the QUT Connections Strategy..What You Need To SucceedEducation, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to the completion of postgraduate qualification in Computer Science, Engineering and extensive relevant experience.Certifications in AWS and/or Cloud platforms.Extensive proven experience in setup, deployment and management of systems provisioning and configuration management frameworks such as Puppet, Chef, Docker, Terraform, CloudFormation.Proven experience with Linux or Windows command line, shell scripting, automation of common tasks, and configuration of system monitoring tools.Demonstrated knowledge and experience of automation scripts for provisioning and auto-scaling of infrastructureKnowledge of Integrated monitoring tools: Datadog, New-relic, Splunk etc.Proven expert-level understanding of Git and software revision control and code deployment best practices; proven ability to design and develop automated code deployment scripts.Proven experience leading a DevOps culture of automation, self-service, and engineering best practice.Life at QUTWe''re Committed To Building a Culture That Fosters Connection Between People And Purpose. Beyond Personal And Professional Fulfillment, a Career At QUT OffersA healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.Explore more benefits of life at QUTBelong at QUTWe are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy , aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.At QUT, diversity is not just embracedit''s celebrated. See our commitmentHow To ApplyDiscover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you''re ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we''re excited to meet you.Find out more about this position and submit your application by clicking ''Apply'' or the link below.View the job details at: opens: 11-Jul-2025Applications Close: 27-Jul-2025Seniority levelSeniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesHigher EducationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at QUT (Queensland University of Technology) by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Cloud Engineer roles.Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoFortitude Valley, Queensland, Australia 5 days agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 5 days agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 4 days agoToowong, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 4 weeks agoSouth Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 5 days agoSouth Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoHerston, Queensland, Australia 4 weeks agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 month agoDevOps-Focused SysAdmin - Join a Microsoft + AI ConsultancyBrisbane City, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoFortitude Valley, Queensland, Australia 1 month agoBrisbane City, Queensland, Australia 9 hours agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoBrisbane City, Queensland, Australia 6 days agoSoftware Engineer (Typescript/React/Node/AWS)Brisbane, Queensland, Australia A$120,000.00-A$145,000.00 1 week agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 3 weeks agoPaddington, Queensland, Australia 3 weeks agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 month agoSpecialist Manager | AWS Cloud Security EngineerBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 day agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoJnr Azure Cloud Security Support EngineerBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoSoftware Engineer - Frontend (Open to remote across ANZ)Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 4 days agoSoftware Engineers - AI Team (Typescript/Node/React/AWS)Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 4 days agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoCloud Security Architect - Microsoft AzureBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoStaff Software Engineer - Web Platform (Frontend)Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoBrisbane City, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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Principal Engineer, Cloud