Edge Platform Architect

Vault Cloud is the national leader of providing highly secure and scalable sovereign cloud capability to the Australian Government, National Intelligence Community and Critical Infrastructure sector. We pioneered the development of Australia's only sovereign, hyperscale cloud with security at its core, being one of the first cloud organisations to be Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) certified and we continue to drive innovation, delivering First of a Kind capability across the sector.

As we continue to lead in technological advancements, Vault is now entering a defining phase of growth with a strategic $22.5 million investment from the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation (NRFC). This investment will scale Vault's SECRET Cloud and introduce new services such as the AUKUS cloud capability, directly addressing Australia's strategic national security demands. Vault is now positioned to not only strengthen its existing relationships with federal and state government agencies, but also strengthen its relationships with private sector businesses requiring secure cloud storage.To support this growth, we are bolstering our capability by adding numerous key roles that are integral to our future success. This is an opportunity to join us at the forefront of a once-in-a-generation technological advancement whilst at the same time securing the nation against ever-increasing threats.

As our
Edge Platform Architect
, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of cloud infrastructure. This is your chance to dive deep into today's technological landscape while driving the design and delivery of next-generation capabilities. You'll bring your expertise in cloud architecture and infrastructure-level design to lead complex engineering projects: ensuring they are delivered with precision, on time, and within budget. This Canberra-based role offers a rare opportunity to make a real impact, driving innovation while directly contributing to Australia's cyber defense in the digital domain.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading solution architecture for the integration of systems and applications, applying best-practice design principles.
• Defining and implementing design patterns in both software and system architecture.
• Applying expertise with OpenStack, Ceph, and open-source technologies to build scalable, reliable solutions.
• Driving DevOps practices and CI/CD pipeline adoption to enable faster, more reliable delivery.
• Exploring and leveraging open-source opportunities and cutting-edge technologies to stay ahead of industry trends.
• Contributing to the vision and strategy of hyperscale cloud platforms, aligning architecture with long-term business goals

To be successful you will be able to demonstrate with:

• The scope of this role requires an Australian Government Security Clearance; therefore, applicants must be Australian Citizens and have the ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.
• Technical leadership and architecture expertise with a proven track record of leading technical teams and designing scalable solutions.
• Business acumen, with the ability to translate complex business requirements into clear technical user stories, epics, and release plans.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Open-source cloud knowledge, particularly familiarity with OpenStack components such as Nova, Cinder, Glance, Keystone, and Neutron.
• Hands-on experience with automation toolkits such as Ansible, Terraform, Helm, Puppet, or Chef.
• A passion for technology and security
• Flexibility to enjoy and thrive within a fast-paced, agile, and expanding scale-up environment

What's in it for you?

• Up to 10% of time dedicated to learning & development
• 5 days of bonus leave per year
• Company paid parental leave
• Access to an online Wellness Centre
• Be at the forefront of cyberwarfare, the greatest technology challenge of our generation
• A diverse culture where we celebrate our people and their unique, individual perspectives

Our culture is a big part of who we are so, for us, it is vital that each of our people (known as Vaulter's) align to and are continuously guided by our core values.

You will collaborate to provide secure and professional cloud services to a broad range of users. Join us now and become part of the future of secure cloud services and provide a significant contribution to our nation's success.

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