Associate Network Engineer - Cloud Networks

What’s the role?

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

What do I need?

• 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

Why join us?

We’re obsessed with becoming our customers' #1 banking partner for life and we’re looking for people who are passionate about helping us achieve that goal. In return, we’re committed to making Westpac the best place to work in the country. Here are just a few of the ways we’re already doing that:

• 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.

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