Senior DevOps Engineer

Senior DevOps Engineer

Location:

Australian Capital Territory 

Work Type:

Contract

Industry:

Cloud & DevOps

Contact Name:

Mariz Arroyo

Contact Phone:

02 6245 1741

Date Published:

16-Feb-2026

About Peoplebank:
Peoplebank, part of RGF Staffing ANZ, is a leading talent solutions provider. We place the brightest IT & digital professionals into some of the region’s top employers. We are expert recruiters who have been placing IT & digital specialists with some of the most dynamic and recognised organisations in the Asia Pacific region for over 34 years.

About the Role:
Our Federal Government Client is seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer (EL2 equivalent). This is a long-term contract role for an initial 12 months, with 1 x 12-month extension option, located at our client’s offices across QLD, WA, ACT, VIC, NSW, NT, SA, or TAS, with hybrid working arrangements (minimum 3 days onsite per week).

As the selected candidate, you will:
• Provide technical advice and direction as an application security SME
• Assist in the design, development and compliance of applications and AWS platforms
• Support architecture and development of CI/CD pipelines
• Work with Cyber Security teams and Product Owners to align security and business objectives
• Provide advice and support across OCIO programs, implementations and BAU activities
• Investigate and resolve complex technical issues, engaging stakeholders as required
• Provide strategic advice to senior leadership within Platforms & Integration
• Collaborate with Identity & Access Management teams
• Integrate monitoring and compliance tools across AWS environments
• Contribute to a positive and high-performing team culture aligned with Agency values

To be successful in this role you should have:
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Kubernetes Administrator / DevOps Engineer with hands-on AWS automation experience
• Demonstrated experience implementing RBAC in AWS
• Strong experience using Infrastructure as Code (IaC), particularly Terraform
• Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for end-to-end delivery
• Solid understanding of Kubernetes-based applications
• Experience integrating third-party identity providers with AWS
• Willingness to learn SAS DevOps on the job

It is desirable if you have:
• Knowledge of SAS Viya
• Passion for accessible design & development and maintaining technical documentation
• Experience developing REST APIs using Go, NodeJS, AngularJS, Typescript, or Python within Agile environments
• Experience monitoring AWS components using CloudWatch, Dynatrace, and Splunk

Due to security clearance requirements for this role, candidates must be Australian citizens with the ability to obtain Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) security clearance.

Benefits of being a Peoplebank candidate:
• Personalised Attention: You’ll be assigned a dedicated Account Manager to support your unique needs.
• User-Friendly Services and Ongoing Support: Easy online timesheet lodgement, plus full access to contractor care, payroll, and admin support throughout your contract.
• Choice and Flexibility: A wide variety of contracting options tailored to your preferences and circumstances.
• Industry-Leading Payroll Services: Enjoy the reliability of accurate, on-time weekly payments.
• Contractor Satisfaction Focus: Our goal is to be your top choice for IT contracting and permanent roles—with your success at the centre of everything we do.

Apply now for immediate consideration – contact  Ellie Ardeza  at Ellie.Ardeza@peoplebank.com.au quoting Job Reference: # LH-05661.

Applications close: Friday, 27 February 2026

Please note: Only candidates that meet the above criteria will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in the position.


Peoplebank and Leaders IT are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you need adjustments to the recruitment process due to your circumstances, please let us know—we’re here to support you.
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