St John WA has been serving the Western Australian community since ****.
Our organisation has grown into an integrated healthcare provider, connecting people across WA to lifesaving emergency services, urgent care, and health education.
We are a not-for-profit organisation, and we are committed to making a positive impact on the safety, wellbeing, and health of everyone, no matter where in WA they live.
Our services are powered by more than 8,000 dedicated employees and volunteers who bring care, skill, and compassion to every corner of the state.
About the Role:
We are looking for aPrincipal Server Engineerto join our Digital Services department on apermanent full-time basis.
As aPrincipal Server Engineer, you are responsible for assisting with bridging the gap between our business aspirations and technology implementations.
This position demands a technical acumen, and hands-on involvement in delivering high-level technical systems.
This position will be instrumental in ensuring the alignment of functional outcomes, driving the technical design, development, and implementation of solutions that deliver core infrastructure projects, with a focus on achieving optimal technical outcomes.
What You'll Do:
Collaborate with the architectural group to understand functional needs and demonstrate how different technological options impact strategic decisions.
Assist with the design of technical systems incorporating software-defined solutions.
Participate in hands-on delivery when necessary, ensuring robust, scalable, and efficient technology solutions.
Continuously review and analyse the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems and processes.
Develop comprehensive technical solutions to meet business requirements,



ensuring alignment with organisational strategies and standards.
Shape the delivery of technical solutions, from concept to deployment, ensuring high-quality outcomes and on-time completion.
Evaluate, recommend, and integrate technologies that support scalable, secure, and efficient systems.
Collaborate with Technical Architects, System Owners, and Subject Matter Experts to document current system architecture and identify critical areas impacted by technical debt and knowledge gaps.
Contribute to strategic evaluations and decision-making, incorporating process optimisations, functional upgrades, and system enhancements to address business challenges.
Position Description: Principal Server Engineer PD - ****.pdf
What You'll Need:
IT and related business/industry work experience including design and deployment and service management.
B.S. in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related major or equivalent IS/business experience is preferable.
TOGAF certification is essential to level 1, level 2 certification is preferable.
Industry Specific certification (MCP, CISSP, ITIL).
Strong experience delivering complex IT projects, translating technical challenges and solutions into transparent advice for a range of stakeholders.
Broad technical experience across enterprise platforms, including VMWare, Hypervisor, Cloud, Private Cloud, hyper-converged technologies,



and software-defined solutions.
Experience working within governance frameworks, developing automation, and guiding technical delivery to improve efficiency, reliability, and business outcomes.
Ready to Apply?
To be considered for this chance, please click Apply Now.You will need to complete the online application form and must include a detailed cover letter outlining your motivations for this position and resume.
Applicants will receive an automated receipt on application.
If you have not received this email, please contact the Talent Sourcing team prior to the closing date and time.
Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Applications that do not include both a cover letter and resume may not be considered.
Alternatively, if you have any questions, please contactTalent Sourcing on ******
Applications close on Monday 3rd August **** at 6:00pm
St John WA is committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse workplace where everyone feels safe to be themselves.
We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the LGBTIQ+ community.
St John WA is a child-safe organisation and takes a proactive approach to child safety.
We ensure all children engaged in St John WA services are protected, respected, and empowered.
Our commitment is supported by clear policies and procedures that reinforce our safeguarding practices.
St John WA reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received.
The selection process employed will be at the discretion of St John WA.

📌 Principal Server Engineer (Western Australia)
🏢 St John Wa
📍 Western Australia