Cloud Engineer, Specialist

Core Responsibilities

• Designs, implements, and deploys cloud platforms to support and meet business needs. Identifies, recommends, and implements opportunities for improvement and performance issue solutions.
• Provides advanced level technical support and ensures reliable operation of cloud production. Troubleshoots software systems on multiple cloud computing platforms and system integration into existing cloud computing platforms. Maintains comprehensive technical knowledge of software and infrastructure platforms.
• Develops technical standards. Tests and evaluates IT vendor products. Reviews configuration parameters to optimize system performance and maximize operation uptime
• Elevates code into the development, test, and cloud production environments on schedule. Provides follow up production support. Submits change control requests and documents.
• Learns and understands client area business functions and requirements. Determines the appropriate technical tool to address the client's business needs.
• Trains and mentors more junior staff on processes and releases. Troubleshoots and resolves complex issues elevated from staff. Provides guidance and consultation as required. Updates, writes, and maintains documentation for the department.
• Administers system activities. Writes the technical portion of assigned deliverables. Performs systems analysis, including system requirements analysis and definition, and logical design.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years related work experience.
• Undergraduate degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of training and experience.

Critical Competencies

Technical Expertise:

• Advanced proficiency in Python, building and integrating APIs, and leveraging AWS for scalable solutions.
• Experience with AWS services including Lambda, S3, IAM, API Gateway, Glue, and Athena
• Understanding of Data Marketplace concepts
• UI development experience (React, TypeScript)
• Tableau reporting and dashboarding

What to Expect in Interviews:

• Candidates will be expected to complete a 35–45 minute coding assessment emphasizing Python and validation techniques.

Leadership & Execution:

• Demonstrated ability to drive outcomes and deliver high‑quality results
• Strong decision‑making skills with a focus on quality and impact
• Ability to optimize work processes for efficiency and scalability
• Adept at managing complexity while maintaining continuity and alignment across workstreams

Special Factors

Sponsorship

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.