Platform Engineer – Windows

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Digital Solutions. A team you’ll want to be a part of.
When you join Digital Solutions, you’ll be part of a team that delivers impact by enhancing digital experiences for the graduates of tomorrow, researchers of today and all those working to make it a brighter future.

But we know it’s not just what you do that matters, it’s who you do it with. Our people will tell you – our team sets us apart. We promise a supportive and friendly environment where you’ll collaborate to make an impact.

Make it matter. Join Digital Solutions at Griffith.

The IaaS Product team (Infrastructure as a Service) delivers secure, highly available infrastructure including Windows, Unix, VMware, Cloud IaaS and PaaS, Server and Storage. In this role, you’ll be providing great customer service, working in a team that builds tools and platforms for the delivery of Windows Servers services both onsite and shortly in the cloud.

The position's primary focus is project work for upgrades of Windows servers and applications. Opportunities for development and learning other aspects of the teams work will be provided. To be successful in the role you will

• Have the ability to troubleshoot and work within a small team of engineers
• Be comfortable working with stakeholders, technical and non-technical
• Want opportunity to uplift your technical skills
• Like to solve problems and learn something new everyday with a team that support each other
• Enjoy flexible work from home options, work onsite 40%/60% split

What we can offer
This is a full-time position for a fixed-term of two years, primarily based at the Griffith University Nathan campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

The full time equivalent base salary will be HEW Level 7 range $96,669 - $104,731 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total package will be in the range $113,103 - $122,535 per annum.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced versatile, motivated IT professional with relevant qualifications and a background in in supporting Windows Servers and Active Directory with a strong design to continue to learn.   

Preferred technical skills:

• Demonstrated experience supporting a large enterprise Microsoft Windows environment
• Demonstrated experience using SCCM, SCOM, Active Directory and Group Policy
• Programming and scripting skills applied to automation and solution development, including PowerShell desirable
• Experience with cloud-based deployments and support (e.g., Azure, AWS) well regarded
• Experience working in an Agile delivery environment well regarded
• Software Development and /or DevOps skills well regarded
• Availability to participate on the Windows on-call roster (Rostering once every 4-5 weeks) essential

Applicants must have unrestricted work rights for the duration of the appointment and may be subject to a criminal history check. 

How to apply
Please submit your application online and ensure your application includes the following:

• A covering statement outlining your suitability for the role, refer to the details above and the position description
• A current resume/curriculum vitae, including name and contact details.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Neal Edgeworth, Lead Platform Engineer Windows at [email protected]

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Laura Whitworth, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected]

For application support, please contact People Services on +61 (0) 7 3735 4011 quoting REF4887S.

Closing date: Open until filled. All applications must be submitted online.