Cloud Network Engineer

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Cloud Network Engineer to join Downer’s Group Technology team.

This is a senior engineering role suited to a highly capable cloud networking professional who thrives in complex enterprise environments and is passionate about delivering secure, reliable and scalable connectivity services across cloud and hybrid platforms.

Reporting to the Cloud, Access & Security Team Lead, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of Downer’s cloud networking capability, providing technical leadership across Azure and AWS networking, hybrid connectivity, DNS, routing, segmentation, cloud observability, data centre networks and service reliability.

Working closely with architecture, cyber security, service management, project delivery teams and strategic technology partners, you will help drive modern engineering practices, automation, operational excellence and continuous improvement across our cloud network services.

Operating within a product-led DevOps model, you will contribute across the full technology lifecycle including strategy, architecture, design, implementation, optimisation and operational support.

About the Role 

In this role you will:

• Lead the design, engineering and lifecycle management of Azure, AWS and hybrid cloud networking services.
• Lead the design, engineering and lifecycle management of data centre networks.
• Develop and maintain networking standards, patterns, reference architectures and governance frameworks.
• Drive improvements in cloud connectivity, network segmentation, routing, resilience, observability and service reliability.
• Provide senior technical leadership for hybrid connectivity between cloud and on-premises environments.
• Act as the senior escalation point for complex cloud networking, DNS, routing and connectivity incidents.
• Champion AIOps capability, automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevOps-aligned engineering practices.
• Partner with Cyber Security, Architecture and operational teams to ensure secure, scalable and compliant network solutions.
• Lead technical engagement with cloud providers, managed service partners, technology vendors and connectivity providers.
• Support cloud transformation initiatives, application migrations and landing zone improvements.
• Provide technical guidance across cloud and network domains.

This is a highly visible role where you will influence technical strategy while ensuring the stability, security and performance of critical enterprise networking services.

Our Ideal Candidate

You are a technically strong and commercially aware cloud networking professional who enjoys solving complex problems and influencing outcomes across multiple technology teams.

You bring a balance of strategic thinking, engineering excellence and operational leadership, with the ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What You Will Bring

• Tertiary qualifications in Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline ideal.
• Microsoft Azure networking and/or cloud infrastructure certifications.
• Strong experience designing, implementing and supporting enterprise-scale Azure networking environments.
• Demonstrated experience with hybrid cloud connectivity, network integration, cloud routing and segmentation.
• 10+ years' experience in enterprise networking, cloud networking or data centre network engineering roles.
• Experience supporting cloud adoption, migration and transformation programs.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across DNS, routing, connectivity, traffic flows and cloud network services.
• Experience operating within DevOps, automation and Infrastructure as Code environments.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with experience working across architecture, cyber security, infrastructure and business teams.

Desirable

• AWS networking certifications and experience.
• Data centre networking experience.
• Experience with cloud observability, automation and service reliability engineering practices.
• ITIL or service management qualifications.
• Exposure to AIOps, intelligent monitoring and AI-assisted support capabilities.
• Experience working within large, complex or geographically dispersed enterprise environments.

Benefits Of Working with Downer

• Work with an ASX-listed company, working with market leaders.
• Grow your career with us through personal and professional development and continuous learning: 
  • Professional development programs
  • Access to professional memberships and industry networks
• Be part of a team that cares, with support that is flexible around employee wellbeing needs: 
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Programs promoting diversity and inclusion
• A range of corporate benefits, including: 
  • Discounted services (car hire, hotels, insurance, retail stores, gyms)

Why Downer?

As a trusted name in infrastructure, transport, facilities management, and construction, Downer is committed to delivering projects that create a lasting, positive legacy.

We're committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals.

Even if your experience doesn't align perfectly with this role, we'd still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply — potential counts, and so do you.

As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.