Senior Platform Engineer (Windows)

Location: Primarily based at hirify.global Brisbane South (Nathan), Australia, with a hybrid 60% onsite / 40% remote split. Work across other university locations may be required.

Salary: AUD 117,579–132,273 base salary per year plus 17% superannuation; total package AUD 137,567–154,759.

Company

hirify.global is a research and education institution whose Digital Solutions team delivers digital experiences and modernises technology platforms for students, colleagues, and the community.

What you will do

• Manage Windows Servers, applications, and Active Directory through operational and project work.
• Help build and deliver Windows Server services onsite and in the cloud.
• Support a large enterprise Microsoft Windows environment and troubleshoot platform issues.
• Develop automation and solutions using programming, scripting, PowerShell, and Infrastructure as Code.
• Collaborate with engineers and technical and non-technical stakeholders across Digital Solutions.
• Participate in the Windows on-call roster approximately every 4–5 weeks.

Requirements

• Relevant diploma or degree with at least 6 years of subsequent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience supporting a large enterprise Microsoft Windows environment.
• Demonstrated experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, and SCCM.
• Demonstrated experience with PowerShell and Infrastructure as Code.
• Required programming and scripting skills applied to automation and solution development.
• Unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment.
• Availability to participate in the Windows on-call roster approximately every 4–5 weeks is essential.
• A criminal history check may be required.

Nice to have

• Experience with cloud-based deployments and support, such as Azure or AWS.
• Experience working in an Agile delivery environment.
• Software Development and/or DevOps skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work with work-from-home options and a supportive environment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including educational staff assistance for future learning.
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts.
• Generous leave entitlements, including paid parental leave and leave loading.
• Internal mobility opportunities, health and wellbeing initiatives, and on-campus gym facilities.
• Safe, respectful, inclusive, and flexible workplace culture.

Hiring process

• Submit an online application by Thursday 19 November at 11:59pm.
• Include a covering letter addressing suitability and the stated qualifications, plus a current CV or resume with full contact details.