Cloud Automation Specialist

We have an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team of engineers with strong database and programming expertise focused on automation and site reliability engineering (SRE) practices. Joining our team will give you an opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative agile environment.

We are a global financial services group operating in 30 markets with 57 years of unbroken profitability. At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that is fulfilling and creates value. You will bring your insights and expertise to the task at hand and feel supported as you make your own kind of impact for a better future.

What role will you play?

In this role, you will work on designing and delivering automation solutions that support our database platforms and cloud services such as AWS RDS and Aurora. You will apply your programming expertise in Python, Java, Ansible, and PowerShell to streamline workflows, enhance reliability, and resolve complex engineering challenges. You will collaborate with global engineering teams across the UK, US, and Asia/ANZ as part of an on‑call rotation, contributing to an Agile or DevOps environment focused on building scalable and efficient solutions.

What You Offer

• 5+ years of engineering experience with exposure to database technologies and automation.
• Strong programming skills (e.g., Python, Java, Ansible, PowerShell) and ability to troubleshoot complex automation issues.
• Good understanding of database concepts, TSQL and automation of database processes/workflows and hands‑on experience with cloud database platforms (e.g., AWS RDS, Aurora) and supporting automation that uses AWS services (e.g., EC2, Lambda, SNS).
• Comfort with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Grafana, Prometheus, Splunk) and version control systems (e.g., Bitbucket, GitHub).
• Strong customer focus, communication skills, and ability to work independently in a global, agile environment.
  
  

We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply.

What We Offer

Benefits

At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that’s rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria, include:

• 1 wellbeing leave day per year
• 26 weeks’ paid maternity leave or 20 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of paid transition leave upon return to work and 6 weeks’ paid leave for secondary caregivers
• Company-subsidised childcare services
• 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching
• Benefits to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing including comprehensive medical and life insurance cover, the option to join parental medical insurance plan and virtual medical consultations extended to family members
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services
• Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role
• Reimbursement for work from home equipment
  
  

About Technology

Technology enables every aspect of Macquarie, for our people, our customers and our communities. We’re a global team that is passionate about accelerating the digital enterprise, connecting people and data, building platforms and applications and designing tomorrow’s technology solutions.

Inclusion at Macquarie

We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all, where different experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. Macquarie provides access to opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or any other characteristic or circumstance.

We provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and employment. If you require an adjustment, please let us know during the application process.

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