Technical Lead - Azure

Overview

Lead Azure platform strategy, design, and implementation for Transgrid

Key Responsibilities

• azure strategy
• cloud architecture
• governance compliance
• azure deployment
• iac automation
• mentorship

Tasks

-Lead the strategy, design, and evolution of Transgrid’s enterprise Azure platform -Architect cloud foundations and guardrails that balance agility, security, and cost efficiency -Embed best practices in governance, compliance, and policy-as-code frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and SOC 2 -Oversee the deployment of core Azure services including compute, storage, networking, and identity -Drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights and platform adoption metrics -Champion Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevOps automation using tools such as Terraform and Azure DevOps -Mentor engineers, influence stakeholders, and build a culture of engineering excellence

Requirements

• bachelor's
• 7+ years
• cloud
• azure
• leadership

What You Bring

-Bachelor’s degree in Computer science, Information Technology, or a related discipline. -7+ years in cloud or infrastructure engineering, including leading platform or transformation initiatives -A strong product mindset with a focus on roadmaps, self-service enablement, and measurable outcomes -Microsoft certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert or DevOps Engineer Expert -Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to inspire collaboration and change

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About Transgrid

-Born in 1995 from the split of NSW’s Electricity Commission, it evolved into Australia’s largest high-voltage grid operator. -Manages over 13,000 km of transmission lines and 104 substations across NSW and the ACT, linking into the National Electricity Market. -Over a decade, rolled out a A$16.5 billion upgrade program, including mega-projects like EnergyConnect and HumeLink to reinforce energy superhighways. -Commercial arm Lumea has added 55+ renewable generators, contributing to the clean energy transition. -Backed by a major consortium including Spark, Utilities Trust of Australia, CDPQ, ADIA, and OMERS following a A$10.3 billion lease deal in 2015. -Key projects include the multi-state HumeLink (underway) and VNI West interconnector, despite community pushback. -Despite challenges, remains pivotal to Australia’s clean-energy transition.

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