Principal Consultant- Azure Cloud & DevOps

LAB3; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

LAB3 is one of Australasia’s largest Azure engineering practices, specialising in Cloud & DevOps, Data, IoT & AI, Modern Workplace, Security, and Networks. We’re seeking a Principal Consultant- Azure Cloud & DevOps to join our Professional Services team, ideally based in Canberra or Sydney/Melbourne with potential for other Australian locations.

The role leads technical client engagements, delivering Azure assessments, solutions and implementation, while mentoring others and contributing to

Qualifications

• Significant experience in solution design, architecture and hands-on delivery within the Azure cloud & DevOps environment.
• Advanced Azure knowledge including Terraform, ARM templates, Bicep and AKS.
• Experience coordinating with external stakeholders and client service organisations.

Responsibilities

• 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 addressing automation, scalability, reliability, security and performance.
• Set up proof-of-concept prototypes to assess feasibility and demonstrate value to clients.
• Run workshops and cloud adoption activities with customers.
• Identify, interpret, and communicate meaningful insights, cost estimations and report to clients.
• Participate in the hiring and interview process for LAB3sters.
• Demonstrate hands-on ability to deliver automation and optimisation within project and program timeframes.
• Influence governance, processes and documentation within the practice.

Job description

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 with NV1 clearance to join our Professional Services team, ideally based in Canberra or Sydney/Melbourne and perhaps other Australian locations.

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)

• IaC – Terraform, PowerShell
• Azure Resource Manager - ARM Templates and Bicep
• Azure Integration (Logic Apps, API Management etc.) and Microservices
• Azure Security Centre Operations
• PowerShell module creation and management
• Secure Azure SQL solutions & Cloud Storage

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