Symbio is a software company revolutionizing global communication. Our platform offers a comprehensive communication stack, spanning carrier infrastructure to enterprise collaboration, serving diverse Asia-Pacific regions. Combining telecom and software expertise, we drive the evolution of modern communication.

Symbio operates under the Aussie Broadband Group, a rapidly expanding technology services provider with a market capitalization exceeding $1 billion (AUD), listed on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX: ABB).

The primary purpose of this System Engineer role is to address vulnerabilities identified by both internal and external scanners, as outlined in the IronHide (To improve, invest, our security) project plan. This includes:

• Vulnerability Management: effectively addressing critical and high vulnerabilities to enhance our security posture and protect our systems from potential threats.
• Automated Patching: Developing and implementing automated scripts to streamline the patching process across all our assets, ensuring timely and consistent updates.

This role is crucial for maintaining a secure environment by promptly addressing vulnerabilities and automating security measures to safeguard our IT infrastructure.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager – Wholesale, the System Engineer will work together with other System Engineers.

What you'll do as a System Engineer:

• Build and manage Kubernetes clusters on-premises and in the cloud.
• Configure and deploy Kubernetes clusters with deep expertise in administration.
• Implement and manage version control tools like Gitlab or equivalent.
• Write automation scripts using Bash, PowerShell, Ansible, etc.
• Implement identity management and RBAC(Role-Based Access Control) using Active Directory and Keycloak.
• Maintain and troubleshoot Linux/Windows operating systems.
• Utilize VMware ecosystem tools and practices as required.
• Ensure continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines are efficient and reliable.
• Monitor system performance, ensuring high availability and scalability.
• Implement security best practices in the DevOps pipeline.
• Manage cloud infrastructure and services (Amazon CloudFront and AWS WAF).
• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders and team members, providing clear communication and documentation.
• Conduct regular system backups and disaster recovery planning

• Minimum 5 years of experience in DevOps or System Engineer roles.
• Strong expertise in Kubernetes administration; CNCF certifications preferred.
• Experience deploying and configuring Gitlab or equivalent tools.
• Proficiency in writing automation scripts (Bash, PowerShell, Ansible).
• Knowledge of software package management (Docker, NuGet, crates, pip).
• Familiarity with identity management and RBAC using Active Directory and Keycloak.
• Experience in Linux/Windows operating system administration.
• Understanding of the VMware ecosystem and related tools.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools like Grafana, ELK stack is preferable.
• Familiarity with Agile and DevOps methodologies and practices.

What's it like to work here?
As a Symbion, you have flexibility to shape when, where and how you work. Symbions can choose to be primarily remote, primarily office-based, or a mix of both.

You also have the freedom to shape your development. Every Symbion is able to design a unique and customised learning journey to build new skills and reach career goals.

Plus, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including share options, generous parental leave, paid birthday leave, regular social events, social clubs and a comfortable, fun and diverse working environment.

If this sounds like the next great step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. 

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Symbio is an equal opportunity employer. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality. You will need to have current work rights to work in Australia and be prepared to undergo relevant background checks.  No recruiters please.

Life at Symbio

Symbio is committed to a strong culture that is diverse and inclusive and we encourage our employees to bring their whole self to work.

We ensure our employees have equal access to a range of learning and development opportunities, and encourage everyone, regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or life stage to embrace these opportunities, enabling them to develop themselves and their career.

Our employee’s happiness, health and wellbeing is important at Symbio.  We provide all employees with flexible working options to ensure that work doesn’t compromise life outside Symbio and also supports their wellbeing.  We regularly enhance our employee benefits such as an employee share gift plan, paid birthday leave, up to 12 weeks paid parental leave for both parents as the primary carer, reward and recognition programs and social clubs.

At Symbio, our diverse backgrounds and unique experiences allow us to continue to innovate and create the brands, networks and technologies to power the future of global communications.