Cloud and Integration Platform Lead

Overview

Lead strategy, architecture, delivery, and operations of cloud and integration platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• cloud architecture
• integration platform
• finops
• automation
• devops
• sre

Tasks

-Drive agile, cross-functional squads to build robust, secure, and cost-effective platform capabilities. -Define and publish the Cloud & Integration Platform vision, architecture, and multi-year roadmap. -Enable self-service onboarding and consumption of platform capabilities. -Maintain platform compliance with Waka Kotahi standards and NZ Government policies. -Manage vendor relationships and contract outcomes for cloud and integration services. -Lead the strategy, architecture, and delivery of cloud and integration platforms for a future-focused transport system. -Own and manage platform budgets and FinOps practices. -Embed governance and Agile ways of working across squads and stakeholders. -Enable digital transformation and data-driven decision making across NZTA -Lead and develop a high-performing platform team, fostering a culture of inclusion, learning, and continuous improvement. -Assess market trends and recommend technology adoption, deprecation, or consolidation. -Implement automation-first practices (IaC, CI/CD, policy-as-code) and shift-left security. -Lead squads to build, operate, and improve platform services using DevOps and SRE practices.

Requirements

• finops
• devops
• sre
• cloud architecture
• iac
• agile

What You Bring

-Demonstrated ability to manage platform budgets, apply FinOps principles, and optimize cloud consumption. -Proven experience leading squads using DevOps and SRE practices for high availability and resilience. -Strong expertise in cloud architecture, integration patterns, and platform engineering. -Track record of building and developing high-performing technical teams. -10+ years in technology leadership roles, with significant experience in cloud and integration platforms. -Hands-on experience with automation-first delivery (IaC, CI/CD, policy-as-code) and shift-left security. -Skilled in vendor management, governance practices, and Agile ways of working. -Solid understanding of NZ Government security standards, identity and access management, and risk frameworks.

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About Nz Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

-Committed to enhancing transport systems for safer and more sustainable roads. -Key focus on improving safety, reducing congestion, and supporting economic growth. -Works on high-impact projects like highway upgrades, bridge construction, and public transport systems. -Partners with local councils, contractors, and government bodies to drive transport innovation. -Focus on long-term projects, including future-proofing infrastructure for urban and rural areas. -Committed to integrating new technologies, like electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

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