Senior Platform Engineer

The Platform Engineering team builds and operates the core platform services that enable our entire organisation. We support development teams across the enterprise throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) while managing key organisational capabilities, including Observability, FinOps, Data Security Posture Management (DSPM), and a wide array of shared infrastructure services.

As a Senior Platform Engineer joining our Cloud Operations team, you will play a key role in shaping how Nine leverages AWS and GCP at scale. In this high-impact position, you will drive platform excellence and enterprise stability, ensuring our infrastructure reliably empowers teams across the business to achieve our operational goals.

Architect & Govern Cloud Environments: Design, implement, and manage multi-cloud infrastructure across AWS and GCP, leveraging enterprise governance tools like AWS Control Tower.

Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Build and maintain modular, scalable infrastructure using frameworks like Terraform and CloudFormation.

Automate Delivery Pipelines: Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines to ensure smooth, automated deployments.

Manage Shared Platform Infrastructure (PaaS): Oversee core shared platform services, including CDNs, databases, and platform infrastructure.

Administer Enterprise Services & Security (SaaS): Manage enterprise-wide security and administration tooling, including CSPM, DSPM, Domain Management, and Certificate Management.

Ensure Reliability & Incident Response: Monitor system performance and security, troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues, and participate in the on-call rotation.

Plan & Document Technical Solutions: Create clear architectural design specs and operational documentation while managing work and objectives in Jira.

Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with platform engineering teams and enterprise stakeholders across the organsation to align on goals and execute initiatives.

3+ years of experience in platform engineering or cloud infrastructure management.

Experience with AWS and GCP core services, including compute, storage, networking, and security.

Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) frameworks, particularly Terraform.

Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation tools (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins, TeamCity).

Hands-on scripting or coding experience in languages such as Python, Go, or Bash.

Experience with containerisation and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

Solid understanding of networking concepts and protocols alongside excellent troubleshooting skills.

Demonstrable record of strong communication skills and effective cross-functional collaboration.

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.

Additional Information How we work At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team. Our employee benefits include:

18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers

Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.

Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads

Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription

More info at Nine Careers

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply. Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.