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Solution Architect (Cloud, Devops & Security)

New Zealand, Auckland · Job Posted July 03, 2026
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Job Description

This is a hands-on position designed for a senior infrastructure / cloud engineer, or technical lead who excels within the Azure ecosystem and is ready to advance into a dedicated solution design pathway. This role requires a hands-on skillset, covering deep technical details and supporting real-world deployment. You will guide client environments through critical modernisations, embedding engineering discipline, automation-first delivery models, and code-based governance across cloud and hybrid infrastructure.

Job Responsibility

  • Own end-to-end platform design from requirements through to delivery
  • Define Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) approaches and build repeatable, stable deployment patterns
  • Embed modern identity, access, and workload protections across cloud and hybrid environments
  • Coordinate with engineering teams and external stakeholders, translating complex architectural decisions into clear, accessible technical outcomes
  • Drive modern engineering standards, automation pipelines, and robust code-based governance

Requirements

  • Proven capability across the Azure cloud platform, including compute, networking, and core storage
  • Practical familiarity with the Microsoft security stack (Entra ID, Defender for Endpoint, and Sentinel)
  • Hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform or Azure Bicep) and containerized platforms (Kubernetes/AKS)
  • Ideally suited for individuals with 1–2 years of dedicated architecture experience, or a Technical Lead looking to advance who possesses practical solution design experience
  • A technical history rooted in Infrastructure, Cloud Engineering, DevOps, or Security Consulting
  • 6 years of experience
  • Bachelor Degree

Nice to have

  • Professional certifications in Azure, Kubernetes, or security architecture
  • Previous experience working within regulated industries or public sector environments
  • Familiarity with cloud-native tooling, CI/CD pipelines, and hybrid cloud environments
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