Own application delivery platforms (both Linux & windows based), including VM Host Stack, VM Guests (Glassfish servers, MS IIS servers) & Java based software agents), & Container Stack
Ensure platforms continue to meet the security, capacity, performance & reliability requirements of the organisation.
Key participant in our migration to container based delivery
Leverage IT automation tools to maintain platforms to our technical and security standards as they evolve over time
Continually improve the reliability and performance of our platforms including identifying opportunities for monitoring, or process improvement.
Maintain and expand our knowledge base
Resolve escalated support issues as the SME for the relevant platforms, including providing rostered on-call support for emergencies.
Manage& MentorDirect Reports by: - participating in agile processes, estimation and planning - monitoring, measuring & holding team accountable to process - identifying opportunities for process improvement.
Qualifications
Mandatory: Technical
Has had ownership/accountability for an Application Stack and technical/managerial leadership of teams supporting them.
Experience managing and maintaining Windows guests in a virtual environment.
Experience managing and maintaining Microsoft servers (5yrs+).
Must be equally competent in both Microsoft and Linux domains, with an understanding of AD complexity, and relevant AD experience to drive and complete current AD projects.
Strong scripting skills in Powershell.
Leadership
Can lead, coach, mentor, and performance manage a team of Application Specialists.
Demonstrated ability to holding people/teams accountable for delivery.
Desirable:
Experience managing and maintaining Linux servers (5yrs+)
Strong scripting skills with Bash & Python.
Experience with agile processes
Experience with Kubernetes (Highly desirable)
Experience using NGINX / HAProxy or similar (Highly desirable)
Experience using IT Automation tools such as WSUS/Chef/Puppet or similar.
Behavioural Attributes:
Displays outstanding team leadership, an understanding of how to build collaborative teams, and the capacity to effectively engage and influence across an organisation
Excellent English language oral and written skills, as you will be supporting and communicating with clients
Self motivated with excellent time management skills
A proven track record (supported by excellent references)
Proven experience in structured trouble shooting
Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritise workload
Strong work ethic, enthusiasm and excellent communications skills
Ability to work as part of a team or work autonomously.
Additional Information
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to work with a leading Australian technology provider. The role will reward you with challenges and a salary commensurate with your experience.