Overview
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Join a team that values diversity. Viva Energy is a great place to be yourself. We believe in our people, trust in their positive intentions, and empower everyone to amplify their voice across the business. We value inclusion because that's how we get the best outcomes.
About Viva Energy
Awarded the WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality for the past five years highlights that we are driven by our people and continuing our focus on making Viva Energy reflect the ever-changing face of Australia.
Job Description
Drive smarter cloud solutions and cost efficiency at scale. Viva Energy Australia is seeking a Senior FinOps & Cloud Engineer to lead the design and delivery of cost-effective Azure infrastructure using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), Terraform, and cloud-native services. This is a hands-on technical role with strategic influence optimising cloud spend, enabling automation, and shaping infrastructure that supports critical national operations.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement scalable, secure Azure infrastructure using IaC and Terraform
- Monitor and optimize cloud usage and costs with FinOps best practices
- Leverage Azure-native services (AKS, Functions, Logic Apps, etc.) to enhance performance
- Automate deployments and integrate with CI/CD pipelines
- Ensure compliance, security, and governance across cloud environments
- Build dashboards and reports to track cloud spend and forecast budgets
- Collaborate across teams to align infrastructure with business and financial goals
Qualifications
- 10+ years in cloud engineering with deep Azure expertise
- Strong background in infrastructure automation, DevOps, and CI/CD
- Proven experience with FinOps tools and cloud cost optimization strategies
- Skilled in Terraform, Git, scripting (Python, PowerShell), and cloud-native services
- Experience in hybrid cloud environments and multi-site enterprise infrastructure
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Retail experience is a plus
We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and encourage and support diversity in our traditional and non-traditional roles.
Please note: This role is being sourced through Viva Energy Australia; we will not be accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.
Details
- Seniority level: Associate
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Information Technology
- Industries: Oil and Gas
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Specialist FinOps and Cloud Operations employer: Viva Energy Australia
Viva Energy is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a vibrant work culture where diversity and inclusion are celebrated. As part of a leading energy and convenience business, you will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful projects while being supported in your professional journey, all within a dynamic team environment. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, working at Viva Energy not only allows you to contribute to Australia's energy transition but also empowers you to amplify your voice and make a real impact.
