Mō te tūranga | About the Role
At Westpac we are improving the core platforms that we use to deliver digital financial services to our business customers. Business banking is an exciting and growing area which involves developing systems across a range of cloud based and internal technology stacks.
In this key role, you will collaborate across organisational boundaries to provide Platform Engineering and Site Reliability expertise to support applications deployed within the Business Segments tribe. You will be responsible for defining pipelines to deploy resilient platform components and workflows based on application requirements that meet required service level objectives and ensure that they are continually monitored and improved. You will also use your Platform Engineering expertise to add input to and review system design decisions where required.
You will need to remain aware of business, infrastructure, and technical trends to aid in the development and implementation of innovative solutions, and anticipate future direction in the tech industry that relates to current or upcoming requirements.

Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?

• Proven experience in Linux system administration, along with Docker packaging, deployment, and networking.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes workload deployment and management advantageous.
• Strong scripting skills in Bash, Python, Ruby, and a working knowledge of Java.
• Exposure to service mesh technologies is a plus.
• Hands on experience leveraging monitoring and observability tools such as Elasticsearch, Prometheus, Dynatrace or similar tools
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and modern deployment practices.
• Configuration management using Chef, Terraform, Helm Charts or similar tools.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively in agile teams.
• Confidence in evaluating new tools and recommending technical improvements.
• Strong troubleshooting skills to resolve complex technical issues.

Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac

In addition to immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, you’ll receive some great job perks and benefits including:

• 4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best
• Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year
• Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme
• Growth and development – we provide opportunities for development and promote internal mobility
• Recognition - we recognise and reward our star performers
• School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday
• 2 Volunteer days per year

Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation
At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.
What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!
Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!
Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter.
The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities.
Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater
Applications close:
15 July 202

Please refer the Job description for details