Senior Systems Specialist - Payments

Auckland
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

We deliver on our purpose by providing simple, meaningful ways to help Kiwis improve their financial wellbeing, today and tomorrow. We achieve this by doing what we do best, championing innovation and fresh thinking, so we can open new opportunities for more people to stay one step ahead.We have an opportunity for a sharp minded technologist to join our Site Reliability Engineering chapter as a Senior Systems Specialist. The role is embedded in the Gateway squad, which is a key part of the Payments Platform.About the role:As a Site Reliability Engineer (Role) in Senior System Specialist position, you will Provide an advanced level of technical expertise and ownership across a complex environment supporting the ASB business. Analyse and optimise the environment for reliability and scalability while delivering cost effective performance. Demonstrate outstanding customer service skills and lead by example.What you will do:

Ensure high availability of systems for which you are responsible through your knowledge of the incident management, capacity management, change control, problem management and availability management processes
Assist Problem and Incident Management
Understand how changes will impact the environment and services being supported
Recommend, develop and implement Initiatives and improve technology and processes
Ensure adherence with Audit, Security and compliance requirements
Ensure adherence with change management requirements
Stay current with relevant Technologies.
Implement, adhere to and contribute to the development of technical standards
Ensure the quality of technical solutions
Process management and process Improvement
Improvement of overhead, efficiencies and cost reduction
Lead by example of well-rounded skills and commitment to all areas of responsibility
Administration of DR/BCM & Backup plans
Knowledge sharing

What are we looking out for?With regards to background, the following capabilities are necessary:

5 years + (minimum) supporting enterprise environments
Automation mindset to automate highly repetitive tasks
Expert in both Windows and Linux virtual machine administration (RHCE certified), Ansible.
Monitoring and observability exposure
Hands on experience with Source control and CICD tooling
Experienced in driving conversations, operate standups and familiar with Agile/Scrum ways of working

These Capabilities Are Not Mandatory But Would Be Favourable

Sound knowledge of ITIL framework
Information Security knowledge, high security awareness
Having RHCE certifications would be beneficial.
Exposure or experience to messaging technology, for example AMH, Service Bus, Auto Rabbit etc

Working at ASB:ASB's sense of who we are and what we stand for is grounded in our values. They guide our business in our day-to-day interactions with our team, customers and community. They are what makes ASB - ASB.Along with our interactions, values guide our actions and conduct, making ASB a safe and inclusive environment for both our people and our customers. They show that we care, are passionate and courageous, and that we act with integrity. Most importantly they unite us - because they are ASB.We offer a flexible and supportive work environment as well as an open and inclusive culture; a place where we welcome and value your individuality, ideas and goals.If we've nailed our pitch and this role sounds like it might be the one for you then please click "apply"… we'd love to hear from you!What is in it for you:At ASB, we are dedicated to our purpose of accelerating financial progress for all New Zealanders. It's the 'why' behind everything we do. We are committed to supporting our customers, people and community as we continue to innovate, so more Kiwis can build the future they want.You will also have access to

A competitive salary
A broad range of exclusive Staff Banking Benefits
Life and Income Protection Insurance
Strong professional development opportunities
Flexible working options with consideration to the role, along with joining a dynamic and diverse team

To serve a diverse community, we need a diverse organisation. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds who bring unique perspectives and thinking styles that add to the culture and performance of our team.Job detailsReference # EP1148JN
Posted on 22 Jul 2025
Location(s) AucklandShow all
Expertise IT (Other), IT InfrastructureShow all
Work type(s) Full Time
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