"Cloud Innovation Specialist"

Cloud Innovation Specialist

locations

Melbourne

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted 14 Days Ago

job requisition id

JR46407

Overview:

Full-time

3-year fixed term position

Salary Professional HEW8 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements

Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working

RMIT has some exciting opportunities as part of its Research Infrastructure Signature Initiative investment. These positions are supporting the development of an RMIT approach to research infrastructure and a substantial uplift in its Digital Research Infrastructure.

If you're a cloud technologist who wants to do more than build and maintain systems — who wants to see research actually accelerate because of the work you do — this is your role. As Cloud Innovation Specialist, you'll be embedded in the RMIT AWS Innovation Lab (RAIL), working directly with researchers to translate their toughest technical challenges into practical, scalable AWS solutions.

You'll prototype, build, teach, and collaborate — working across RAIL, RACE, ITS, and AWS to make cloud technology genuinely accessible and impactful for RMIT researchers.

About You

To be successful in this position, you'll have:

Proven ability to engage with researchers and translate complex requirements into practical cloud-based solutions

Strong understanding of cloud service models and strategies to optimise performance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness

Knowledge and practical experience in AI, ML, and HPC, with the ability to support their adoption in research contexts

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with students, staff, and industry partners

Sound understanding of training technologies within a cloud computing context, and experience supporting capability-building initiatives

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience); a research qualification is desirable

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About the Group

The RMIT AWS Innovation Lab (RAIL) sits within RMIT's Research Infrastructure unit and works at the intersection of research ambition and cloud capability. You'll collaborate with the RMIT Advanced Cloud Ecosystem (RACE), ITS, and AWS to design and deliver solutions that push the boundaries of what researchers can achieve with cloud technology

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Talent Partner Justin Bolton via email Justin.Bolton@RMIT.edu.au

Position Description

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Applications Close:

29 Mar 2026 11.59 pm

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. 

In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a gender‑based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‑employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations.

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