Principle Platform Engineer

Division: Digital 

Department: Cloud, Platforms, Infrastructure & Networks 

Reference number: 13103 

Engagement type: Permanent

AEMO at the Heart of Energy

AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMO’s purpose is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable energy today, and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians.  Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this. We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around character, commitment, and connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant transition in the energy sector.  

About the role 

The Digital Division enables the delivery of AEMO’s obligations through technology and improves outcomes for both internal and external stakeholders. Digital provides services to internal AEMO business units, employees, contractors, subsidiaries such as AEMO Services, external government bodies and market participants.

As a member of the Platform Services Team within Cloud, Platforms, Infrastructure & Networks (CPIN), you will provide innovative thought leadership to guide decision making on new technologies and investments in AEMO infrastructure and provide strategic guidance on complex BAU and projects issues.

Please note that Australian Citizenship is required, along with Baseline Security Clearance or eligibility to apply.

This position is based in Brisbane.

What you will be doing  

• Mentor team members on complex issues to deliver the required services across BAU Operations on a 24x7 basis.


• Provide technical leadership for the platform team to integrate new technologies, products, and equipment without impacting highly available systems whilst also ensuring alignment to AEMO’s IT strategy and architecture roadmaps.


• Ensure that IT Platform systems and infrastructure are monitored and secured against internal and external threats, including risk management and information security. (e.g. patching and upgrades)


• Maintain and extend in-depth technical knowledge across a broad range of technologies, including Server and security frameworks and best practices, storage and backup technologies and server hardware suppliers.


• Participate in an on-call roster 24*7 to respond to incidents after hours (rotation 1 in 7 weeks).

What you will bring to the role   

• Degree qualifications in Computing and IT, Communications/Electronics Engineering or equivalent.

• Strong experience in data centre infrastructure technology environments.

• Strong knowledge in Infrastructure As Code deployments, such as DevOps, Ansible.


• Strong experience in Virtualisation, Server, Storage and Data Protection technologies. e.g. Dell, Pure, Cohesity.

• Knowledge of and adherence to ITIL change management and Excellent written and verbal communication skills

In return some of our benefits to you 

• Flexible working: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid options, and additional leave options


• Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more.


• Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.


• Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).


• Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About Our Process

At AEMO we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities and neurodivergence and those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the application or interview process, simply let us know by emailing us at [email protected]