Who is Plenti?

Plenti is a fintech lender, providing faster, fairer loans by leveraging its smart technology. Plenti is a dynamic and innovative business that is growing strongly. By continuing to deliver better customer experiences, Plenti is taking market share from incumbent players in the personal lending, renewable energy, and automotive finance markets.

We are a fast moving and ambitious business that seeks to recruit smart and capable people, who can take ownership of their role to help the business thrive. With over 200 people based in Australia, Plenti is small enough so everyone can make a difference in their role, but we have very big ambitions as a team, as we go about building Australia’s best lender.

Plenti is a founder led business that launched in 2014 and is now listed on the ASX, with annual revenue of over $200 million and a loan portfolio of over $2 billion.

About The Role -

The Cloud Architect will be responsible for the design and management of our cloud infrastructure. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions that align with organizational goals. As a key contributor, you will play a pivotal role in driving innovation, ensuring reliability, and empowering teams to make informed decisions

Key Responsibilities

Design and manage cloud infrastructure, ensuring scalability and reliability

Provide guidance on cloud solution design and best practices to teams

Collaborate with technology and business teams to gather and understand requirements

Create cloud solutions that balance reliability, cost, and usability

Implement and oversee cloud security practices and designs

Select and manage vendors as appropriate for cloud services and solutions

Implement and manage disaster recovery strategies

Ensure compliance with industry standards and organizational policies

Perform detailed security assessments of projects, including software, infrastructure, and networks

Participate in architecture discussions to ensure alignment with organizational goals and standards

Support and empower teams to make informed decisions

Key Qualifications

Proficiency in AWS services and cloud architecture

Strong knowledge of networking concepts, including firewalls, DNS and routing

Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools and methodologies

Advanced scripting and automation skills using PowerShell and Python Expertise in Kubernetes and container orchestration

Key Competencies

Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams

Strong advocate for security, compliance, and reliability in all cloud solutions

Passion for enabling teams and driving innovation in cloud technologies

Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills

Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to influence and guide teams effectively

Reporting Relationships The Cloud Architect will report to the Chief Technology Officer

What's life like at Plenti?

Working at Plenti means joining a team that is high-performing, diverse, customer-focused and collaborative. It’s a place where everyone can “make it happen” and share in the results and success. If being in a dynamic industry as part of a market-leading fintech sounds like you, then join to help us reshape Australia’s financial eco-system for the good.

In return, you will enjoy a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship to take your career further. We offer flexible working and volunteer and study leave to develop your skills. We also have monthly social events, office snacks, company Townhalls and D&I initiatives and events to help you connect with your colleagues.

Plenti is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disabilities. When you apply, let us know of any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process so we can accommodate you.