Senior DevOps Engineer - Hawthorn East

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You belong at Coles Group where we look ahead, have a plan, and are up for the challenge. We learn and grow by taking career-defining opportunities and this one may just be your next.

About the team

Our Technology team is the backbone of the business, building and maintaining the information technology infrastructure that support Coles Group. As a part of the Technology team, you get the opportunity to work through complex, challenging, meaningful problems using large data sets and new technologies to expand your skills and experience.

About Us and The Role 

At Coles Technology Innovation, we're shaping the future of retail. We collaborate with partners across Coles to drive innovation and identify emerging technologies that enhance our customers' shopping experience. Through rapid experimentation and thoughtful implementation, we're building the next generation of retailing. 

You'll work alongside software engineers, ML engineers, and other technology specialists that are passionate about innovation and experimentation, in an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and approaches to problem-solving. 

As a Senior DevOps Engineer, you'll create and implement cloud and edge computing solutions that power our innovation initiatives. These range from real-time computer vision applications to automation tools that improve our internal processes. Your infrastructure solutions will enable our team to rapidly develop, validate, and deliver impactful technology solutions. 

Your Impact and Key Responsibilities: 

• You'll design, build, and manage infrastructure across our cloud and in-store edge computing environments by: 
• Providing leadership and technical excellence for DevOps implementations working alongside architects, software engineers, ML engineers, security and infrastructure teams to deliver and support the rollout of infrastructure solutions utilising GitOps & CI/CD best practices 
• Creating and maintaining infrastructure, networking solutions, and automation tools that enable rapid proof-of-concept development  
• Partnering with software and machine learning teams to uplift processes and practices that increase speed of delivery while maintaining robust security practices 
• Designing and delivering application stacks that support various solutions ranging from full-stack web applications to ML pipelines and edge deployments 
• Coaching and mentoring team members regarding best practise DevOps approaches 

Technologies We Use 

• Cloud & Edge Platforms: Microsoft Azure (AKS, ML Studio, HCI)  
• Infrastructure: Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes 
• CI/CD: Azure DevOps, ArgoCD 
• Databases: PostgreSQL, CosmoDB 
• Monitoring: Azure Monitor, App Insights, Log Analytics 
• Machine Learning: Computer Vision, DeepStream, Triton 
• Development Practices: GitOps, CI/CD, Agile, IaaS, Microservice Architecture

Experience needed:

• Building strong collaborative relationships and effectively communicate technical concepts across teams with a diverse range of backgrounds and skillsets 
• Sharing knowledge and supporting the growth of team members through mentoring and coaching in DevOps best practices 
• Contributing effectively both as an independent problem solver and as part of our multi-disciplinary team  
• Comfortable with agile ways of working, including the 80/20 rule; balancing the need for quality vs near term business benefit 
• Demonstrating empathy and strong interpersonal skills with others 

We recognise that candidates will bring diverse combinations of skills and experience and that while experience with these specific tools is valuable, we're more interested in your ability to learn and adapt to new technologies. We encourage you to apply if you have experience with similar tools and are passionate about technology, automation, and innovation. 

Additionally, we are not just looking for someone with technical skills and expertise, we value a cultural fit and we value diversity in the team in the pursuit of excellence and innovation. 

What’s in it for you?

• Flexible working options: We know that work is only one part of your life, so we actively encourage a positive work-life balance and provide hybrid working options to help you achieve it.
• Office perks: Take advantage of our gym facility and fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini-Coles supermarket, fooderie hub where you can sample new products before they hit the shelves, school holiday program and so much more when you come in.
• Discounts: Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on your Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases. We also offer additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year. As well as hotdeals exclusive to team members that translate into additional savings.
• Reward through recognition: Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform ‘mythanks’. You can accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers.
• Opportunities for learning and development: No matter where you start within our diverse business, you’ll have experiences, exposure, and education to satisfy you. Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and job-specific training.
• Paid parental leave: We understand how important your life outside work is and offer permanent team members paid parental leave to support you in balancing work and family.
• Investment in your future: Our annual team member share plan offer allows eligible team members to make regular pre-tax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares.

About the recruitment process

We’re continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ section of our careers site or email inclusionrecruitment@coles.com.au

Job ID: 142932

Employment Type: Full time

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