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Job no: 501200
Work type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Melbourne
Categories: Information Technology
Work on cutting-edge platform technologies that drive innovation and efficiency
Play a crucial role in building scalable and secure cloud-native platforms
Attractive hybrid work model Energy Discounts Career Growth Opportunities
Alinta Energy is one of Australia’s biggest energy retailers, generators and developers with over 1.1 million customers. Australia’s energy system is undergoing the biggest transformation in its history and we’re right there with it. We’re investing in and developing large-scale renewables and storage projects as part of our ongoing effort to provide our customers with reliable, affordable and sustainable energy.
About the role
As a Platform Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing robust platform solutions that enhance developer productivity, security, and operational excellence.
This is a highly collaborative role which will see you working closely with engineering teams to build and optimise cloud-native platforms, leveraging Azure, C#, DevSecOps practices, and identity management to ensure seamless automation, security, and governance.
What you’ll do
Build key relationships with cross functional teams including Product Owners, Lead Software Engineer, Digital Services and IT teams
Design, develop, and maintain scalable platform solutions on Azure to support engineering teams
Automate infrastructure provisioning, deployments, and security controls using Azure DevOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and CI/CD pipelines
Implement DevSecOps best practices, integrating security into CI/CD pipelines and ensuring compliance with security policies
Develop reusable platform components, APIs, and tools to improve the Developer Experience (DevX)
Define and enforce Identity & Access Management (IAM) and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) best practices across cloud environments
Your experience
Strong experience with Azure services such as AKS, Azure Functions, API Management (APIM), Azure AD, and networking
Proficiency in C#/.NET, with experience in building APIs, SDKs, and infrastructure automation scripts
Expertise in Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, CI/CD automation, security hardening, RBAC, and identity management
Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates
Experience with observability and monitoring solutions like Application Insights and Log Analytics
If you are passionate about cloud-native platform engineering and want to make an impact in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you!
We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
If your application progresses, we will need to complete background and pre-employment checks, such as immigration checks, reference checks, criminal background checks, qualification checks, and additional checks for roles related to finance.
Our Diversity Commitment
Alinta Energy offers a truly diverse, safe and supportive work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, Alinta Energy encourages applications from any qualified person, including Indigenous Australians, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people of all ages and people living with a disability. We are also proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer and we are committed to advancing women’s careers.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Click ‘Apply’ to submit your application.
Closing date: 20 March 2026
Advertised: 06 Mar 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 20 Mar 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Acknowledgement of Country
Alinta Energy acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live, work and conduct our business operations. We acknowledge the continuing connections of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to Country and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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Job no: 501200
Work type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Melbourne
Categories: Information Technology
Work on cutting-edge platform technologies that drive innovation and efficiency
Play a crucial role in building scalable and secure cloud-native platforms
Attractive hybrid work model Energy Discounts Career Growth Opportunities
Alinta Energy is one of Australia’s biggest energy retailers, generators and developers with over 1.1 million customers. Australia’s energy system is undergoing the biggest transformation in its history and we’re right there with it. We’re investing in and developing large-scale renewables and storage projects as part of our ongoing effort to provide our customers with reliable, affordable and sustainable energy.
About the role
As a Platform Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing robust platform solutions that enhance developer productivity, security, and operational excellence.
This is a highly collaborative role which will see you working closely with engineering teams to build and optimise cloud-native platforms, leveraging Azure, C#, DevSecOps practices, and identity management to ensure seamless automation, security, and governance.
What you’ll do
Build key relationships with cross functional teams including Product Owners, Lead Software Engineer, Digital Services and IT teams
Design, develop, and maintain scalable platform solutions on Azure to support engineering teams
Automate infrastructure provisioning, deployments, and security controls using Azure DevOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and CI/CD pipelines
Implement DevSecOps best practices, integrating security into CI/CD pipelines and ensuring compliance with security policies
Develop reusable platform components, APIs, and tools to improve the Developer Experience (DevX)
Define and enforce Identity & Access Management (IAM) and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) best practices across cloud environments
Your experience
Strong experience with Azure services such as AKS, Azure Functions, API Management (APIM), Azure AD, and networking
Proficiency in C#/.NET, with experience in building APIs, SDKs, and infrastructure automation scripts
Expertise in Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, CI/CD automation, security hardening, RBAC, and identity management
Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates
Experience with observability and monitoring solutions like Application Insights and Log Analytics
If you are passionate about cloud-native platform engineering and want to make an impact in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you!
We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
If your application progresses, we will need to complete background and pre-employment checks, such as immigration checks, reference checks, criminal background checks, qualification checks, and additional checks for roles related to finance.
Our Diversity Commitment
Alinta Energy offers a truly diverse, safe and supportive work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, Alinta Energy encourages applications from any qualified person, including Indigenous Australians, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people of all ages and people living with a disability. We are also proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer and we are committed to advancing women’s careers.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Click ‘Apply’ to submit your application.
Closing date: 20 March 2026
Advertised: 06 Mar 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 20 Mar 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Acknowledgement of Country
Alinta Energy acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live, work and conduct our business operations. We acknowledge the continuing connections of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to Country and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Software Engineer, Platforms position is now open for candidates interested in the Software Developer Jobs sector. This role in Ballarat offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Software Developer Jobs is a plus.