We Go Beyond for A Safer World Te Turanga - The Role Are you ready to make a difference in a dynamic hybrid environment spanning multiple data centres and public cloud platforms?
We're looking for a tech-savvy problem-solver to join our team and make an impact as an ICT Senior Systems Engineer .
You'll tame wild Ansible playbooks with your expertise , decip her the mysteries hidden in obscure log files, and manage and optimize Linux systems that power our in-house teams and support critical communication solutions for customers worldwide.
If you thrive on challenges and love crafting seamless infrastructure solutions, this is your chance to shine.
Be part of a team that's driving innovation and making a global difference!
Our ICT Senior Systems Engineer opportunity is based at our Head Office in Christchurch and will attract remuneration in the range of $ 1 05 k to $ 1 40 k per annum.
This is a full-time position working Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week .
As part of this team, there may be a requirement to participate in a n on-call roster alongside other ICT Senior Systems Engineers to ensure seamless business operations.
The key responsibilities of the role will include: Virtual Systems Management : Oversee and optimize our virtual environments across hybrid platforms.
R elease and Configuration Management : Play an active role in structured release cycles and maintain configuration standards.
Monitoring and Capacity Management : Keep performance first-class with proactive monitoring and capacity planning.
Deep Systems Knowledge : Build a comprehensive understanding of Tait 's environment and systems to collaborate effectively with business teams and ensure solutions meet their needs.
Technology Evaluation : Contribute to the selection and evaluation of cutting-edge solutions and technologies to enhance our infrastructure.
Hands-on Infrastructure Expertise : Apply your extensive experience across security, networking, and operations to maintain robust systems , as well as mentoring others and sharing knowledge .
O pukenga - About You To be successful in this role, you will have a relevant tertiary qualification preferably in Computer Science or a related field, as well as : Ability to work in a cross functional environment across diverse Linux systems and a hand ful of Windows systems (spanning on-premises , managed d ata c entre s , and p ublic c loud environments ).
Hands-on e xperience with networking technologies ( e.g.
Cisco, Aruba, Paulo Alto), along with expertise in switching and routing .
Soli d u nderstanding of security best practice s and technologies .
Advanced experience with virtualization platforms (KVM, LXC, VMware, Hyper-V) and public cloud architecture, particularly AWS.
Proficiency in managing containerised deployments using Docker, D ocker C ompose, S warm and Kubernetes .
Experience using automation tools like Ansible, Puppet or Chef , and the ability to craft and troubleshoot shell scripts .
Experience designing and implementing integrations using a broad range of protocols, such as APIs, data-gateways, storage-repos itories , databases, and more .
Nga painga - what's in it for you?
We are an employer that is committed to making a difference for families and communities and supporting people to build rewarding careers.
We achieve this through employing people who connect with our Values (Commitment to listen.
Courage to Act and Integrity to Deliver) that underpin our way of working together.
We are committed to investing in our people, developing both individuals and teams to support a high-performance culture.
We prioritise your wellbeing through health insurance, annual flu vaccinations , and extra sick leave in your first year.
We provide a comfortable work environment through modern office facilities with free onsite parking, gym, and café.
We recognise your commitment through long service benefits.
We balance work with fun through our active social club!
Ko wai matou - About Us For more than 50 years, Tait Communications has been designing, delivering, and supporting critical communications networks for public safety, transportation and utility customers around the world.
Founded in Christchurch by Sir Angus Tait, we now have a network of customers and offices that spans the globe.
Our employees value being part of a creative team committed to providing technological solutions that make a real difference to the communities we support.
By joining Tait, you'll be joining a community of people with a wealth of knowledge and expertise , who care deeply about their work and the genuine impact it has for our customers, and who support each other to grow and develop.
Ko koe pea tenei ?
- Sound like your kind of role?
If you are looking to take that next step in your career and are ready to work for a high performing organisation, alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results , please submit your application with CV and cover Letter and we look forward to hearing from you.
Applications will be assessed as they are received, and your CV will be held unless you contact us to requesting this to be removed: Applications will close 12 th January 2025 .
Please note that the NZ Tait office will be closed from midday on the 20 th of December until 8am on the 6 th of January.
We will begin reviewing applications as soon as possible after returning from our holiday break and be in touc h once we have completed that process.
For more information about the company, our products and solutions offered to our customers, please visit our website: Job Posted by ApplicantPro