Introduction

We are seeking a highly capable DevOps Engineer (Build & Release) to take ownership of the build and release capability within a modern engineering environment. This role sits at the intersection of software engineering, DevOps and operational delivery, ensuring software deployments are automated, reliable and executed safely across multiple environments.

What are you going to do 

As the DevOps Engineer (Build & Release), you will take ownership of the build and release lifecycle and drive improvements across automation, deployment reliability and release governance.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Design, maintain and optimise CI/CD pipelines supporting scalable and reliable software delivery.

  • Manage build and deployment processes across multiple development, test and production environments.

  • Lead complex deployment activities including major releases, upgrades, hotfixes and emergency patches.

  • Implement automated release processes that reduce manual effort and operational risk.

  • Improve deployment tooling, infrastructure configuration and environment management.

  • Introduce guardrails that ensure compliance, traceability and repeatability across releases.

  • Identify systemic release risks and implement preventative controls.

  • Conduct environment readiness assessments and deployment planning.

  • Develop rollback strategies, contingency plans and recovery mechanisms.

  • Collaborate with development, QA, DevOps and operations teams to ensure release readiness.

  • Analyse deployment metrics such as deployment frequency, failure rate and cycle time to drive continuous improvement.

  • Lead post-release reviews and implement improvements to strengthen release reliability and delivery performance.

Essential skills and knowledge 

Essential:

  • Strong experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, GitLab, Jenkins or similar).

  • Solid understanding of DevOps practices, infrastructure-as-code and automated deployment workflows.

  • Experience managing build and release pipelines across complex enterprise systems.

  • Knowledge of modern development practices including Agile, trunk-based development and branching strategies.

  • Experience working with cloud platforms and modern deployment strategies such as blue/green or canary releases.

  • Strong troubleshooting capability and ability to resolve deployment issues under pressure.

What we offer

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

How to apply:

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered for this role, please submit your interest using the 'Apply' button. Applying is quick and easy - just make sure you have the following documents ready to go:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter (optional)

Closing: 04 April 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: CR-280716

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Corporate recruiter

Mark Nelson

+61 8 9429 5614

Contact

Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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