About the Role:
 
u&u Recruitment Partners are delighted to partner exclusively with Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) to recruit a number of essential positions within their Technology Office.
 
MCRI is investing heavily in its technology ecosystem to support increasingly data-rich research and clinical innovation. As part of this, they are seeking a Cloud and Infrastructure Engineer.
 
This is a project-focused role within a newly established delivery squad, driving key initiatives across cloud, infrastructure and disaster recovery. You’ll work across a hybrid environment (AWS and on-prem), playing a hands-on role in delivering scalable, resilient and modern infrastructure solutions.
 
About Murdoch Children’s Research Institute:
 
Murdoch Children’s Research Institute envisions a transformative future for child health. Their institute is a hub of impactful scientific breakthroughs, particularly in early interventions, enhanced diagnosis, prevention and potential cures. They thrive on collaborative, multidisciplinary problem-solving to address challenging queries in child health.
 
Committed to inclusivity and respect, MCRI fosters a positive working environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences. As a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability and a dedicated supporter of Science Australia Gender Equity (SAGE), the Institute upholds principles of equal opportunity and diverse representation.
 
MCRI is committed to the safety of children and young people and takes a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of child abuse, exploitation and harm. Child safety is prioritised in decision-making at all levels of the Institute.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Design, build and deliver cloud and on-prem infrastructure solutions across AWS-led hybrid environments;

• Support major initiatives including disaster recovery uplift, infrastructure modernisation and cloud migration;

• Lead and contribute to Linux server transformation and containerisation (OpenShift/Kubernetes);

• Implement Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD-driven deployment pipelines;

• Work closely with DevOps, security and engineering teams to deliver scalable, automated and resilient platforms; and

• Contribute to ITDR planning, testing (failover/failback) and resilience strategy.

About You:

• Strong experience across cloud (AWS preferred) and on-prem infrastructure environments;

• Deep expertise in Linux systems engineering, including migration and modernisation;

• Proven experience with containerisation platforms (OpenShift, Kubernetes, Docker);

• Demonstrated DevOps mindset, including CI/CD, automation and infrastructure-as-code;

• Experience working across project-based delivery environments within complex ecosystems; and

• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment, taking ownership across multiple initiatives.

Working at MCRI offers a range of benefits including:

• Access to salary packaging options including entertainment and novated leases;

• Flexible working arrangements;

• The opportunity to contribute to Australia’s largest child health research institute;

• Generous personal leave and the option to purchase additional leave;

• Discounted staff parking and excellent public transport access;

• Health and well being programs including Employee Assistance Program access; and

• Comprehensive paid parental leave for both birth and non-birth parents.

Important Information:
 
As this is an exclusive recruitment partnership, all enquiries and communication regarding this position should be directed to u&u Recruitment Partners.
 
Successful applicants will be required to undergo:

• A National Police Check; and

• A Working With Children Check (to be obtained at the candidate’s own expense).

How to Apply:
 
For more information or a confidential discussion please contact Killian O’ Sullivan at u&u at killian.osullivan@uandu.com quoting reference number 44907.
 
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