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Job Title


Senior Platform Engineer


Company : 5G Networks Limited


Location : QLD,


Created : 2026-03-10


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

5GN Group is a collective of companies, including 5G Networks, a licensed telecommunications carrier providing network and data centre services across Australia and internationally, and AUCyber, a Managed Service Provider (MSP) and Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) specialising in IT solutions for mid-market corporate clients and government entities. Our vision is to empower all organisations, regardless of size, with access to fit-for-purpose, secure IT and telecommunications solutions that support the achievement of their own strategic objectives. The Role We are seeking an experienced and highly capable Senior Platform Engineer to join our Cloud Services team. Reporting to the vCloud Director, this role is responsible for helping design, develop and deploy a wide variety of technologies to support the overall AUCyber platform from initial conception through to MVP. You will work across cloud, virtualisation and cyber security services, supporting technologies throughout the AUCyber stack for enterprise and commercial customers. This includes working in a mix of leading commercial and open-source solutions to deliver best-value outcomes. This role is suited to someone who is handson, solutions-focused, and thrives in complex enterprise environments. You will bring exceptional problemsolving skills and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality engineering outcomes. Key Responsibilities Explore and evaluate new and emerging engineering tools, processes and technologies Identify opportunities for automation to improve efficiency across the AUCyber platforms Design, develop and configure new solutions aligned to business requirements Produce architecture diagrams and as-built documentation Share knowledge, insights and best practices within the organisation Ensure solutions align with security and compliance requirements To be successful in this role you will need Demonstrated experience with the VMware stack (vSphere, vCloud Director & NSX) Experience with OpenShift & OpenStack Experience with one or more public cloud platforms Strong background working within complex enterprise environments Proficiency in Bash (or similar), PowerShell, Python or Go Experience with image build technologies such as Packer Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or Ansible Experience implementing authentication and authorisation platforms (LDAP / Active Directory, SAML / OIDC, identity federation) Understanding of security requirements within regulated environments (e.g. Australian Government ISM, ISO27001) Experience with operating system hardening (e.g. CIS benchmarks) Bachelors degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience Industry certifications across VMware, Microsoft, Red Hat or cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP, IBM Cloud) Security & Compliance Our organisation operates under an ISO 27001 compliant Information Security Management System. You will be responsible for adhering to all applicable policies and procedures and contributing to security best practices. Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain relevant Australian Government security clearances if required. Whats in it for you? We are committed to supporting your professional growth and career progression. With established relationships across Tier 1 technology vendors, we offer strong technical development pathways and exposure to enterprise-scale platforms. We also offer birthday leave yes, a paid day off to celebrate your birthday! If youre looking to work on modern cloud platforms, contribute to innovative solutions, and be part of a collaborative and technically strong team, click Apply now. Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years'' experience do you have as a Platform Engineer? Which of the following VMware certifications for Virtualization have you completed? Which of the following programming languages are you experienced in? Which of the following Linux distributions are you familiar with? Which of the following VMware certifications for Cloud Management and Automation have you completed? Do you hold Australian Security Clearance? #J-18808-Ljbffr