Associate Network Engineer – Cloud Networks
Job Description
The Associate Network Engineer – Cloud Networks is an early-career role focused on building, supporting and automating cloud network infrastructure across the Westpac Group, where you’ll work closely with experienced engineers to resolve operational issues, develop infrastructure-as-code, contribute to CI/CD pipelines and progressively build deep networking and cloud capability within a structured and supportive environment.
- Provide Level 1 and Level 2 support for cloud network environments, managing operational tickets and resolving incidents with guidance from senior engineers
- Assist with the build, configuration and ongoing support of cloud network infrastructure across Azure, AWS and GCP environments
- Develop, maintain and enhance infrastructure-as-code and automation scripts using tools such as Terraform, Python and Ansible
- Contribute to CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Jenkins) to support automated network deployments and improve operational efficiency
- Participate in code reviews, documentation and knowledge-sharing activities while applying core networking principles such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP and routing in a cloud context
- Strong coding capability in at least one language (Python preferred) with ability to write clean, maintainable code
- Exposure to infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or Ansible, including from study or personal projects
- Foundational networking knowledge across TCP/IP, DNS, subnets, IP addressing and routing concepts (CCNA-level or equivalent)
- Experience using version control tools such as Git, with a structured approach to collaboration and code management
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a methodical approach to troubleshooting technical issues
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts and work collaboratively within a team
- A strong growth mindset, with willingness to learn cloud technologies, CI/CD practices and IT service management fundamentals
- Special offers on banking products and discounts from top brands, including generous employee-only mortgage rates!
- Flexible work arrangements to help you achieve a greater work/life balance, and a variety of leave options including Culture, Lifestyle and Wellbeing leave.
- Tailored learning and development opportunities to help your grow your career within the bank.
- Lots of opportunities to ‘give back’ to the Community by getting involved in our many volunteering initiatives.