Staff Software Engineer (Pega Infra)

Job Summary

Who We Are

Telstra’s an iconic Aussie brand with a global footprint. Our purpose is to build a connected future so everyone can thrive. We’re Australia’s leading Telco + tech company, spanning over a century with a footprint in over 20+ countries.

Focus of the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Staff Software Engineer (Pega Infra) to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AWS architecture, containerization, security configurations, and enterprise authentication solutions.

As a Staff Engineer you model the highest standards of software engineering practice in the work you do. Acting with a sense of urgency, whilst remaining flexible you put customer needs first. You actively use your breadth and depth of expertise to build capability and raise work standards in the teams you are working in.

What we offer

• Flex appeal; work when and from where suits you best
• Performance-related pay
• Access to thousands of learning programs so you can level-up
• 16 weeks paid parental leave, for primary and secondary carers
• Purchased annual leave scheme
• Laptop, mobile phone + plan; you’ll never see a phone bill
• Extra day off per year, for you to use as you like
• 30% off Telstra Products and Services    

What You’ll Do

• Design, implement, and manage AWS architecture, including VPCs, security configurations, firewall rules, and IAM.
• Develop and maintain Docker container environments and optimize container orchestration, preferably Kubernetes.
• Provide expertise in PEGA and ensure seamless integration within DevOps workflows.
• Implement and manage SSO authentication using Shibboleth and EntraID.
• Work with Tomcat application servers for deployment and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with Security and ORC teams to obtain necessary approvals for releases.
• Participate actively in architecture discussions and contribute to best practices in infrastructure design and security.
• Ensure robust database integration with PostgreSQL and optimize database performance in a cloud environment.
• Contribute to security compliance and risk assessments for cloud infrastructure.

About You

Essential:

• Expertise in AWS cloud architecture, including networking, security, and IAM policies.
• Hands-on experience with Docker and containerized application deployments.
• Experience with PEGA platform and its integration with DevOps processes.
• Strong understanding of enterprise authentication mechanisms, including Shibboleth, EntraID, and SSO.
• Proficiency in Tomcat application server management and configuration.
• Solid experience working with PostgreSQL databases in cloud environments.
• Experience working with security and ORC teams for compliance and approvals.
• Ability to participate in architecture discussions and provide technical guidance.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Prior experience in large-scale enterprise applications and cloud security.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools such as Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, or Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipeline automation for secure deployments.

We’re amongst the top 2% of companies globally in the CDP Global Climate Change Index 2023, being awarded an ‘A’ rating.  If you want to work for a company that cares about sustainability, we want to hear from you.

As part of your application with Telstra, you may receive communications from us on +61 440 135 548 (for job applications in Australia) and +1 (623) 400-7726 (for job applications in the Philippines and India).
When you join our team, you become part of a welcoming and inclusive community where everyone is respected, valued and celebrated. We actively seek individuals from various backgrounds, ethnicities, genders and abilities because we know that diversity not only strengthens our team but also enriches our work. We have zero tolerance for harassment of any kind, and we prioritise creating a workplace culture where everyone is safe and can thrive. 
As part of the hiring process, all identified candidates will undergo a background check, and the results will play a role in the final decision regarding your application.
We work flexibly at Telstra. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you. When you apply, you can share your pronouns and / or any reasonable adjustments needed to take part equitably during the recruitment process.