At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead cloud solution design and implementation using Microsoft Azure.
- Company: Join Datacom, a leading tech provider in Australia and NZ.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, remote work, and professional development.
- Other info: Dynamic culture with opportunities for career growth and learning.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving innovative cloud projects.
- Qualifications: Extensive Azure experience and strong consulting skills required.
About Datacom
Datacom works with organisations and communities across Australia and New Zealand to make a difference in people's lives and help organisations use the power of tech to innovate and grow.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Consultant to join our cloud consulting practice on a contract basis for 12 months. This role will primarily focus on delivering expert cloud architecture and advisory services, focusing on Microsoft Azure technologies. You will be a key technical leader and trusted advisor, driving complex cloud projects, influencing cloud strategy, and providing high-value solutions to our clients. Due to the nature of the work and the client we are engaging with we are only able to consider:
- Australian Citizens holding an NV-1 Clearance
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end cloud solution design and implementation
- Provide strategic consulting to clients on cloud adoption, migration, and optimisation initiatives
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable, secure, and resilient cloud architectures
- Mentor and guide consultants and engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation
- Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements, define cloud roadmaps, and deliver compelling presentations
- Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to provide cutting-edge solutions
- Contribute to pre-sales activities, proposals, and thought leadership within the organisation
Skills & Experience
- Extensive experience architecting and delivering cloud solutions, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure
- Solid understanding of cloud computing fundamentals, including IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, networking, security, and governance
- Proven ability to translate complex business requirements into effective cloud architectures
- Experienced with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Bicep) and CI/CD pipelines with solid understanding of DevOps/Platform Engineering concepts and processes
- Strong consulting skills with the ability to influence and manage senior client stakeholders
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, GitHub) are a plus
Why join us at Datacom
Datacom is one of Australia and New Zealand's largest suppliers of Information Technology professional services. We have maintained a dynamic, agile, small business feel that is often diluted in larger organisations of our size. It's our people that give Datacom its unique culture and energy. We care about our people and provide a range of perks such as social events, chill-out spaces, remote working, flexi-hours and professional development courses. You’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop your career, connect and bring your true self to work. You will be recognised and valued for your contributions and be able to do your work in a collegial, flat-structured environment.
Principal Cloud Consultant - Azure in Melbourne employer: Datacom
Datacom is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Melbourne where collaboration and technical excellence are at the forefront. Employees benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities, a strong focus on quality delivery, and the chance to work with cutting-edge IAM solutions that make a real impact for enterprise clients. Join a team that values your expertise and fosters a culture of innovation and support.
