Cloud Platforms Engineer

Build and operate Azure platforms that matter. You'll shape cloud solutions used across the business, working at scale in an environment that values strong engineering, automation and smart design. You'll have the space to own your platform, influence architecture decisions and contribute ideas that genuinely improve how cloud services are designed and run. You'll be supported to stretch your technical capabilities, deepen your cloud expertise and keep learning through real-world Azure environments, funded development and certification support. Perpetual Group is an ASX-listed company (ASX:PPT) headquartered in Sydney, Australia, currently consisting of 11 leading brands across three distinct businesses: Asset Management, Wealth Management and Corporate Trust. Join a collaborative cloud platform team supporting Perpetual as we continue to scale and modernise our cloud environment. You'll play a key role in designing, building and operating cloud-based solutions, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure across both Linux and Windows environments. This is an opportunity to work on meaningful cloud initiatives, influence platform strategy, and deepen your technical expertise in a supportive, forward-thinking environment. About the Role As a Senior Cloud Platform Engineer, you'll support the organisation as workloads and end-user services continue to shift to cloud-based solutions aligned to Microsoft Azure and selected SaaS platforms. Key responsibilities include: Day-to-day administration of Linux and Windows servers in Microsoft Azure Designing and delivering cloud solutions aligned to Perpetual's service architectures, standards and best practices Contributing to cloud strategy, infrastructure patterns and policies in line with security requirements Developing automation and orchestration capabilities, supporting DevOps practices (ARM, Bicep) Building and maintaining Azure Resource Manager templates and other deployment artefacts Supporting cloud projects to ensure solutions align with agreed frameworks and roadmaps Maintaining cloud services and platforms, including automation components, repositories and system documentation Providing L2/L3 support, including participation in an on-call roster for critical systems and major incidents Working closely with internal teams, cloud service providers and vendors About you You're an experienced cloud engineer who enjoys balancing hands-on technical work with platform improvement and collaboration. We are looking for someone with: A bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience At least 7 years' experience in IT roles, including 3+ years in a senior cloud or platform engineering role Strong experience designing, building and operating solutions in Microsoft Azure Solid background across Windows and Linux server environments Experience with DevOps and infrastructure-as-code practices (ARM, Bicep) Strong knowledge of cloud security, monitoring and infrastructure tooling Programming experience in PowerShell and/or Python Broad technical knowledge across applications, databases, operating systems, storage, backups and cloud services Clear written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail Azure and other relevant infrastructure certifications (highly regarded) How we work Our unique culture is underpinned by our three organisational behaviours, Stretch, Own it, Make an impact which drive our approach of day-to-day interactions with colleagues and clients, the way we approach decision-making to the questions we ask and the problems we solve. Employee benefits Work from anywhere in Australia for up to one month each year An annual allowance to empower you to prioritise your personal wellbeing Study support and commitment to supporting professional development Diversity and inclusion Strong commitment to all aspects of Diversity and Inclusion through a robust 7 pillar strategy A growing number of employee-led networks who work to raise awareness and drive continued change We support over 50 First Nations Communities, helping to secure the communities' future. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. No matter your background or circumstances, we aim to provide an environment where you can thrive. Perpetual is an ASX-listed, diversified financial services company which has been serving clients since 1886. Across our four business divisions - Perpetual Asset Management Australia, Perpetual Asset Management International, Perpetual Private and Perpetual Corporate Trust - we aim to protect and grow our clients' wealth, knowing that by doing so we can make a difference in their lives. Trust is earned, every day. We have been earning the trust of our clients for more than 130 years and pride ourselves on our long-standing client relationships - some of which span five generations. Each and every day our people bring to life our enterprise behaviours – Stretch, Own It, and Make an Impact. The Perpetual team is diverse, expert and driven by the belief that we can make a difference in the lives of our clients. We value integrity, skill and teamwork and seek to find the best in each individual. Our reward is personal and professional development and the pride that comes from doing the best for our clients. In 1885, a committee of business and professional people, including future Prime Minister, the Honourable Sir Edmund Barton, gathered in Sydney for the purpose of forming a trustee company. Perpetual Trustee Company Limited was formed on 28 September 1886 and since then has been entrusted by generations of Australians to manage, grow and protect their wealth. Through wars, recessions and financial crises, we have continually evolved to meet the challenges of constant social, technological and economic change. Our core values and financial principles have endured through time and will continue to endure.