Experienced AWS Cloud Engineer - Lancom
Lyra Technology GroupJobsCloseBy Editorial Insights
Lyra Technology Group seeks an AWS Cloud Engineer or Pod Lead for Lancom in Auckland to lead design and optimisation of secure AWS environments, drive automation and deliver value for clients. You will mentor engineers, guide migrations, act as an escalation point for incidents, and champion Infrastructure as Code with Terraform or CloudFormation, focusing on security, resilience and cost optimisation. Required skills include broad AWS experience across compute, networking, storage, security and identity, production-grade infra, migration know-how, scripting (PowerShell or Python) and strong stakeholder communication. For Pod Lead, mentoring ability is a plus. To apply, tailor your CV with metric-driven cloud projects, highlight security and cost improvements, show client collaboration, and confirm onsite in Auckland.
Lyra Technology Group is a private equity-backed holding company that invests in and operates industry leading technology service businesses. Our companies are operated independently by exceptional management teams. Companies that join our group retain the employees, name, and culture that have made them successful. As a platform of Evergreen Services Group, we never divest from businesses we partner with and approach every decision with the goal of driving sustainable and healthy growth over the long term.
About The Position
One of our operating companies, Lancom, is looking for an experienced AWS Cloud Engineer or Pod Lead to join their team in Auckland.
In this role, you will lead the delivery of secure, scalable, and high-performing AWS cloud solutions. Senior candidates may take on additional responsibilities, including mentoring cloud engineers and supporting team development.
You will play a key role in driving customer outcomes, service excellence, automation and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, implementation and optimisation of AWS cloud environments
- Provide technical guidance and support for cloud infrastructure, migrations, and modernisation projects
- Act as an escalation point for cloud incidents and technical challenges
- Champion Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/CloudFormation) and automation-first practices
- Drive cloud security, resilience, scalability and cost optimisation initiatives
- Build trusted relationships with customers and provide technical advisory support
- Participate in service reviews, strategic planning, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Contribute to the development of repeatable frameworks, standards, and best practices
Skills required
- AWS cloud engineering experience across compute, networking, storage, security and identity services
- Experience designing, implementing and supporting cloud infrastructure in production environments
- Knowledge of cloud migration and transformation projects
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform and/or CloudFormation)
- Scripting and automation skills (PowerShell, Python, or similar)
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- if open to a Pod Lead role:
- A collaborative mindset and passion for mentoring others
- Previous leadership experience is advantageous, but we welcome applications from senior engineers looking to step into their first leadership role
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements – 2 days WFH
- Health insurance
- Clear career progression pathways
- Exposure to meaningful, enterprise technology projects
- Supportive, collaborative team culture focused on growth and innovation