Senior Systems Engineer – Network Engineering Team

Senior Systems Engineer – Network Engineering (12-Month Contract) Location: Sydney | Hybrid (2 days on-site per week) | Rate: Up to $950/day

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Systems Engineer with strong Linux and VMware skills and having worked in the telecoms industry. You will join a high-performing network engineering team on a 12-month contract. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a technically complex environment and enjoys designing and delivering reliable, scalable infrastructure solutions.

What you’ll do

Lead the design, development, and deployment of Operational Support Systems (OSS).

Work across the full lifecycle — requirements, architecture, implementation, optimisation, and maintenance.

Build, configure, and support systems critical to large-scale network operations.

Provide 3rd-level engineering support and mentor others within the broader technical team.

Champion best practices in automation, security, and continuous integration.

What you’ll bring

Expertise in Linux (Red Hat) with strong skills in virtualisation (VMware, OpenShift).

Hands‑on experience using Ansible and Python for automation and scripting.

Solid understanding of ISP systems (DNS, Mail, RADIUS, load balancing) and TCP/IP networking.

Experience with Agile methodologies, CI/CD tools, and modern development practices.

Excellent documentation, troubleshooting, and communication abilities.

Minimum 10 years’ experience in systems engineering, within telecom or network environments.

Must have full working rights in Australia and be based in Sydney – sponsorship is not available.

Competitive daily rate up to $950.

Hybrid flexibility – work remotely with 2 days in the Sydney office each week.

Influence key infrastructure decisions and work with modern technologies in a collaborative, expert engineering team.

If you’re a senior‑level engineer who enjoys technical challenges and end‑to‑end ownership, this contract offers both autonomy and impact.

Consultant

heather.bilas@bluefinresources.com.au

Reference number: BH-61492 Profession:ICTIT Infrastructure

Company: BlueFin Date posted: 28th Jan, 2026

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