Cloud Platform Team Leader

Join our innovative Cloud Platform team within the Technology division, reporting directly to the Head of Cloud Services. You'll lead a talented group of 4-7 engineers in a fast-growing company that values high performance with high integrity. We foster a collaborative environment where your leadership will be key to shaping our cloud strategy and enabling our development teams to achieve our vision of being Australia's best insurer.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Cloud Platform team, fostering autonomy, ownership, and continuous learning.
• Cultivate an inclusive team culture, championing continuous improvement and modern engineering practices (Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD).
• Drive the strategy, design, and delivery of scalable, secure, and efficient cloud solutions.
• Partner with business units to provide strategic direction for cloud evolution, migration, and modernisation.
• Optimise cloud resource utilisation, focusing on cost efficiency, performance, and value delivery.
• Embed robust security, governance, and compliance (including APRA) into all cloud platforms and processes.
• Accelerate project delivery by proactively removing blockers, prioritising backlogs, and ensuring clear execution.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert for cloud architecture, security, cost optimisation, and modern delivery practices.
• Lead incident resolution and drive root cause analysis for technical issues, ensuring timely remediation.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant technical experience, or at least 2 years in a Team Leader role within a similar environment.
• Proven leadership and mentoring experience with technical teams, fostering growth and development.
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts and business impacts to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting, problem-solving, and maintaining composure under pressure.
• Strong background in creating, documenting, implementing, and continuously improving operational policies and processes.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or industry certifications in cloud, security, or core infrastructure are highly regarded.
• Experience working within Agile project management frameworks.

Toowong office offers convenient access to public transport and parking, with end-of-trip facilities (including secure bike storage and showers), outdoor spaces, and modern collaborative areas to work and connect with colleagues.

• Hybrid Work: Work from home 2 days a week, with our office located in Toowong.
• Extra Leave: Paid 'ME' day, a paid volunteer day, and the option to purchase additional leave.
• Development Opportunities: Access to internal programmes and online courses.
• Employee Discounts: Discounts on Budget Direct insurance products.
• Reward and Recognition: Celebrate high performance with recognition, rewards, and incentives.
• Onsite Facilities: End-of-trip facilities and private spaces for nursing mothers.
• Get Social: Participate in vibrant social and community activities, including annual celebrations.

Auto & General (A&G) is the fastest-growing major Motor and Home insurer in Australia, providing insurance products and solutions to safeguard a brighter future for our customers and community. Our range of general insurance products including Car, Motorcycle, Home, Contents, Pet and Travel products are delivered through our multi-award-winning brand Budget Direct and partnerships with leading brands such as ING, Qantas, Virgin Money and Coles Insurance.

We're excited about the future and we're always on the lookout for talented, passionate individuals who can help us achieve our goal of being Australia's best insurer If this sounds like you, apply today.