Posted Monday 4 May 2026 at 12:00 pm 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. Resident, with full working rights, in Australia or New Zealand. 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 Yea r 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.
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