Principal Consultant - Azure Cloud & DevOps
Lab3 is one of Australasia’s largest Azure engineering practices, specialising in Cloud & DevOps, Data, IoT & AI, Modern Workplace, Security, and Networks. We’re looking for a Principal Consultant- Azure Cloud & DevOps to join our Professional Services team, based anywhere in New Zealand or Australia. The role: • Act as the leader for technical client engagements. Lead, deliver and oversee the Azure assessments, solutions, and implementation for our client(s) • Design, consult, deliver and manage technical solutions on Azure Cloud, Terraform, IaC & DevOps that address customer's requirements for automation, scalability, reliability, security, and performance. Utilise LAB3 proprietary products as required, to maximize efficiency. • Setup proof-of-concept prototypes that assess the feasibility of solutions and demonstrate to our clients how technology can be leveraged. • Run workshops and cloud adoption activities with our customers as necessary. • Identify, interpret, and communicate meaningful insights, conclusions, cost estimations and report to clients, as required. • Participate in the hiring and interview process for new LAB3sters • Demonstrate a hands-on ability to deliver appropriate technical solutions, including automation & optimisation within project and program time frames • Influence governance, processes and documentation within the practice The ideal candidate: • Significant experience in solution design, architecture, consulting and hands on delivery within the Azure cloud & DevOps environment. Advanced Azure knowledge, including Terraform, cloud systems integration, IaC, scripting & automation, ARM and ideally AKS. • Previous consulting experience managing external stakeholders within Microsoft, Cloud or Automation service organisations. • Experience with Azure Local is highly desirable, • An ongoing willingness to learn & upskill as well as train, coach and mentor others. The tech (exposure to as many of the following as possible is desirable) • Azure IaaS/PaaS/SaaS • IaC – Terraform, PowerShell • Azure DevOps • Cloud Automation – Bash, Python, Ansible • Azure Resource Manager - ARM Templates and Bicep • Azure Functions, Key Vault & Back ups • Azure Network, Azure Security, Azure IAM and RBAC Design • Azure Local • Azure Integration (Logic Apps, API Management etc.) and Microservices • Azure Security Centre Operations • Azure Management Groups & Subscription Management • PowerShell module creation and management • Secure Azure SQL solutions & Cloud Storage • Cloud identity, Security, Governance, Licensing, Azure Backup, Azure Portal & AD. • Open-source containers (AKS Kubernetes) What’s in it for you? • Be part of a team that leverages modern technologies to solve real problems and provides top level of customer satisfaction • Work with a Microsoft Partner of the Year award winner with multiple specialisations • Be supported by experienced peers and leaders that value technical expertise and encourages innovation, with clear career pathways and ongoing learning • Enjoy a supportive workplace that promotes inclusion, flexibility, diversity, and celebrates differences. • Take advantage of largely working from home in our remote/hybrid workplace and enjoy the flexibility to balance your life • Thrive in a community with strong values #BeTrue #TeamUp #StandOut #ThinkAhead #FearLessAchieveMore Apply now, call or connect on LinkedIn for further information.