▷ (High Salary) DevOps Engineer

As part of our NCS Group, the DevOps Engineer will be responsible for facilitating the deployment, integration, and automation of software systems to achieve faster and more reliable software delivery.

The DevOps Engineer will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient development, deployment, and operation of our software systems. DevOps Engineer will work collaboratively with development, operations, and security teams to automate and streamline processes, implement continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, and optimize infrastructure for reliability and scalability. Your expertise will contribute to achieving faster software delivery and improving the overall stability of our technology stack.

Further, the successful candidate will:

- Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, building, and deployment of OS and applications.
- Automate manual tasks using configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet) and scripting languages.
- Manage infrastructure as code (IaC).
- Implement and manage containerization platforms (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) for application deployment and scaling.
- Ensure the security of software systems and infrastructure through best practices and security tools.
- Participate in on-call rotations to provide support for critical incidents.

Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office, 9-day fortnight will be considered for this role.

About you

Your education, skills and experience will include:

- Preferably tertiary qualifications in information technology, or related technical discipline, or equivalent work experience.
- Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer or in a similar role.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and agile methodologies.
- Proficiency in continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD).
- Significant experience with Linux, open-source applications and tools management.
- Experience with configuration management and automatic deployment tools such as Ansible, AWX.
- Experience with configuration management and infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet).
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Scripting skills using languages such as Bash, Python, or PowerShell.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
- Experience in producing and reviewing technical documentation.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
- Experience with X509 certificates.
- Experience in monitoring and analytic tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack.
- Experience with development environment and the tools used to develop and support software such as the Atlassian tool suite i.e., Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Fisheye, Crucible.

As Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold an Australian Defence Security Clearance preferably to NV1 level or have the ability to gain one. Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR.

About us

Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 30 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today’s challenges.

From combat, communications, security and underwater systems, to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.

Apply today to join our crew and deliver solutions with purpose

Culture and benefits

We employ over 1000 Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience.

By joining Saab, you’ll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised. You’ll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace, while having the opportunity to develop a long-term, fulfilling career.

As a valued team member of Saab Australia, you’ll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:

- 6 weeks paid leave each year
- 14% superannuation
- Free Income Protection Insurance
- Flexible working options
- Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
- Access to MySaab - our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners

Click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV and cover letter in support of your application. Kindly observe that this is an ongoing recruitment process and in exceptional circumstances, the position might be filled before the closing date of the advertisement. We encourage applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

By submitting an application to Saab, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities including, but not limited to: reference checks, Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening and a pre-employment medical declaration.

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.

Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice that welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families.

Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.

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