Join Our Team

About nexwave

nexwave is a Microsoft-focused consulting partner helping organisations unlock value from data, cloud, AI and intelligent apps. We combine deep technical expertise with a people-first approach to deliver solutions that are scalable, secure and outcome-driven. Our values – integrity, unity, stewardship, courage, agility, mastery and devotion – guide everything we do, from the way we serve our clients to the way we support each other as a team.

We're looking for a forward-thinking Data Engineer Consultant to join our team.

What You'll Do

As a Data Engineer Consultant, you'll design and build scalable data pipelines using Databricks and Microsoft Fabric, enabling seamless integration with AI models and intelligent applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop metadata driven data pipelines using Azure Databricks and Microsoft Fabric
• Develop notebooks to support transformations through the medallion architecture
• Ingest a variety of sources using different methods (e.g. APIs, event streams, batch connectors), implementing retries, rate-limit handling, and fault tolerance
• Implement advanced data engineering practices such as change data capture (CDC), schema evolution, and change data feed (CDF)
• Design and operationalise data processes for merge logic, deduplication, and SCD2
• Implement CI/CD pipelines for data workflows and ensure robust monitoring and governance
• Apply robust security and integration practices including RBAC, CLS/RLS, Azure Key Vault, and secret management

Required Skills

• Strong experience with Databricks (Spark, Delta Lake, MLflow, Unity Catalog)
• Hands-on with Microsoft Fabric and Azure Data Services (Data Factory, Synapse, Event Hub)
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and PySpark
• Understanding of data governance and lineage
• Experience working in agile, cross-functional teams
• End-to-end consulting capability – from engaging stakeholders and gathering requirements through to solution design, technical delivery, and enabling clients to achieve meaningful business outcomes

Bonus Skills

• Experience with dimension modelling and semantic modelling
• Familiarity with Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, or Copilot Studio
• Exposure to AI/ML workflows, including MLOps and model deployment
• Integrate structured and unstructured data sources for real-time analytics and Copilot experiences
• Collaborate with AI and ML teams to ensure data readiness for model training and inference

Why Join nexwave

• Work on high-impact projects at the intersection of data and AI
• Collaborate with top-tier engineers, strategists, and consultants
• Flexible work arrangements and a culture of innovation
• Opportunity to shape the future of intelligent platforms

Ready to Build Tomorrow Today?

Email your cover letter and resume to team@nexwave.com.au

About nexwave

nexwave is a Microsoft-focused consulting partner helping organisations unlock value from data, cloud, AI and intelligent apps. We combine deep technical expertise with a people-first approach to deliver solutions that are scalable, secure and outcome driven. Our values – integrity, unity, stewardship, courage, agility, mastery and devotion – guide everything we do, from the way we serve our clients to the way we support each other as a team.

We are looking for a forward-thinking AI Applications Solutions Architect to join our team.

What You'll Do

As an AI Applications Solutions Architect, you will design and ship real AI products. You will go beyond simple chat to integrate with business systems, databases and APIs, and build modern web and mobile applications enhanced by the Azure AI stack.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Sales for demos, discovery and estimates
• Run requirements workshops and gain stakeholder buy in
• Build web and mobile applications with LLM, ML and other AI capabilities
• Implement across dev, test and prod using modern engineering practices
• Produce clear documentation, training and handovers
• Act as a trusted advisor for ongoing engagement

Required Skills

• Working knowledge of LLMs, ML models and when to use which
• Experience designing and building cloud-based web apps with .NET and other frameworks
• Hosting on Azure including App Service, containers and Azure Integration services
• Exposure to Azure AI Foundry, Cognitive Services and Azure AI Search
• Exposure to Copilot Studio and Power Platform to combine low code and pro code
• Understanding of the wider Microsoft ecosystem. Identity, Fabric, M365 and Power Platform
• Strong documentation, presentation and communication skills

Bonus Skills

• Degrees in computer science, software engineering, data science or related fields
• Microsoft certifications. Azure App Platform such as AZ-203 or AZ-400. Azure AI such as AI-102 or DP-700
• Background in pro code development, data science or consulting
• Experience contributing reusable IP, enablement materials and public events

Why Join nexwave

• Work on high impact AI applications with real production outcomes
• Collaborate with talented architects, engineers and consultants
• Flexible hybrid work model with development and certification support
• Wellness initiatives, modern tools and a supportive environment
• Opportunity to shape the future of intelligent platforms

Ready to Build Tomorrow Today?

Email your cover letter and resume to team@nexwave.com.au

About nexwave

nexwave is an AI first consultancy that exists to redefine what is possible with data and Microsoft technologies. Founded by industry leaders who believed there was a smarter, more honest way to do consulting, we specialise exclusively in the Microsoft Cloud and bring deep expertise across Fabric, Azure, Data, AI and Modern Apps.

We partner with ambitious organisations to deliver real outcomes at speed and scale, always guided by our core values: integrity, unity, stewardship, courage, agility, mastery and devotion.

Our team, affectionately known as "nexxies", are creative technologists and pragmatic strategists. They choose what is right over what is easy, work as one team, prioritise long term value, challenge conventions, adapt quickly, sharpen their craft and go above and beyond to create exceptional client experiences.

At nexwave you will join builders who are committed to excellence, determined to set a new standard for technology consulting, and eager to work alongside the best, grow fast and have fun while doing it.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Project Director or Senior Project Manager who can confidently own complex, multi stream programs across data, AI and Microsoft Cloud.

In this role you will:

• Lead end to end delivery of strategic client initiatives, from discovery and business case through to landing change and measuring value.
• Work closely with our founders, architects and engineering leads to shape outcomes, not just deliver outputs.
• Become the trusted partner for senior stakeholders who are relying on nexwave to modernise their data, AI and application landscape.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who loves delivery, lives in the detail when needed, and is equally comfortable in the boardroom setting direction with executives.

Responsibilities

At various phases of programs, you will:

Client Leadership and Portfolio Ownership

• Own a portfolio of data, AI and cloud projects for key clients and act as their primary point of contact.
• Facilitate discovery sessions and roadmap conversations that connect technology initiatives to business outcomes.
• Build trusted relationships with C level and senior stakeholders, and help them navigate trade-offs, risk and prioritisation.
• Represent nexwave in executive forums, steering committees and governance boards.

Project Delivery and Governance

• Shape delivery approaches for each engagement, using a mix of agile, hybrid and traditional methods that fit the context.
• Establish clear scope, milestones, dependencies and success measures for every program.
• Run effective governance rhythms, including stand ups, showcases, risk reviews, steering committees and retrospectives.
• Proactively identify and manage risks, issues and decisions, and keep everyone aligned on what matters most.
• Work closely with solution architects and tech leads to make sure designs are feasible, secure, scalable and aligned to the Microsoft Cloud.

Commercial and Financial Management

• Own project commercials, including budgets, forecasts, margin and change control.
• Prepare and review statements of work, proposals and extensions with our sales and leadership team.
• Track delivery health using a small set of meaningful metrics and make early course corrections where required.

People Leadership and Culture

• Lead blended teams of nexwave consultants and client stakeholders, creating an environment where people can do their best work.
• Support capability growth by giving feedback, coaching and opportunities to stretch into new responsibilities.
• Model nexwave values in how you show up with clients and colleagues.
• Contribute to internal frameworks, playbooks and repeatable delivery patterns that improve how we work.

Resource Management, PMO Ownership and Future Leadership:

• Own the resource management process ensuring people are well utilised
• Own the PMO function
• Grow out the PMO function helping to hire future project team members

Experience

We know there is no single path into this kind of role. You might come from a consulting, delivery or internal transformation background. The ideal nexxie for this role will have:

Program and Project Leadership

• Strong experience as a Project Director, Program Manager or Senior Project Manager in consulting, technology or complex enterprise environments.
• A track record of delivering multi stream, cross functional initiatives in data, analytics, AI or cloud.
• Demonstrated experience managing programs with multiple vendors, stakeholders and integration points.

Technology and Domain Understanding

• Familiarity with the Microsoft ecosystem, including Azure, Data and AI, Fabric, Power Platform, Copilot or modern applications. You do not need to be an architect, but you can speak the language and connect business conversations to technical realities.
• Experience working alongside data, integration and application teams, ideally within a modern cloud or lakehouse environment.

Delivery Practices

• Strong grounding in project delivery methods, including agile and hybrid approaches.
• Experience setting up and running practical governance, not theatre.
• Comfort using modern collaboration and work management tools.

Qualifications

There are no mandatory qualifications for success in this role. A typical background might include:

• Bachelor's degree in business, IT, engineering or a related field.
• Relevant delivery certifications such as PMP, Prince2, Scrum, Agile or similar.
• Microsoft certifications or training in Azure, Data, AI or Fabric are highly regarded but not essential.

Above all, we value your delivery track record, judgement and mindset more than certificates.

Soft Skills

We are looking for someone who:

• Communicates clearly and confidently with both technical teams and executives.
• Can facilitate challenging conversations and keep momentum when things are ambiguous.
• Is comfortable making calls with incomplete information and adjusting when new facts emerge.
• Brings a calm, solutions focused presence, especially when stakes are high.
• Is collaborative, generous with knowledge and committed to lifting the capability of the whole team.
• Has a strong sense of ownership and does what they say they will do.

Employment Type and Location

• Full time, permanent role.
• Hybrid working model.
• Based in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane or Adelaide.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work designed to support real work life balance.
• Professional development and training, including support for certifications.
• Opportunities to work with leading clients on meaningful, high impact programs.
• Regular team events and a collaborative, low ego culture.
• Wellness initiatives that recognise you are a whole person, not just a job title.
• Modern tools and a supportive environment that helps you do your best work.
• BYOD tech allowance.

Ready to Build Tomorrow Today ?

If you are a delivery leader who loves turning complex ideas into tangible outcomes, and you want to help shape the next wave of AI and data powered organisations, we would love to hear from you.

Email your cover letter and resume to team@nexwave.com.au

About nexwave

nexwave is a Microsoft-focused consulting partner helping organisations unlock value from data, cloud, AI and intelligent apps. We combine deep technical expertise with a people-first approach to deliver solutions that are scalable, secure and outcome driven. Our values – integrity, unity, stewardship, courage, agility, mastery and devotion – guide everything we do, from the way we serve our clients to the way we support each other as a team.

We are looking for a hands-on Senior Azure Developer to join our Cloud & Apps Domain.

What You'll Do

As a Senior Azure Developer, you'll turn architecture into reality. You'll build and integrate production-grade applications on Azure, manage infrastructure through templates, and ship reliable code. Working with the lead architect to design secure and reliable solutions, you'll own execution across environments with sound engineering practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the Principal Architect on patterns and technical decisions; own delivery across dev/test/prod.
• Partner with Sales for demos, discovery and estimates
• Run requirements workshops and gain stakeholder buy in
• Implement application features and integrations across APIs, events and data services
• Deploy Azure infrastructure using IaC templates (Bicep/Terraform/ARM)
• Implement CI/CD, testing, observability and secure release to dev/test/prod
• Produce clear documentation, training and handovers
• Act as a trusted engineer for ongoing engagement

Required Skills

• Background in production software development with proficiency in .NET or Python
• Experience developing cloud-based applications using Microsoft Azure platform services
• Hands-on design and development experience with Azure App Service, Azure Functions, API Management, Logic Apps, Service Bus
• Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Bicep, Terraform, ARM) and environment automation
• CI/CD with Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions, including automated testing
• Monitoring and reliability with Application Insights/Log Analytics
• Secure-by-default implementation: RBAC, Key Vault, secrets and configuration management
• Strong documentation, presentation and communication skills
• Familiarity with Azure Landing Zones and Well Architected Frameworks

Bonus Skills

• Exposure to LLMs/ML and when (or when not) to apply them
• Exposure to containers, networking, and cost optimisation
• Familiarity with Power Platform | Copilot Studio to combine low-code and pro-code
• Microsoft certifications (e.g., AZ-204, AZ-400) or relevant degrees

Why Join nexwave

• Build real platforms and applications with production impact
• Exposure to AI-enabled application projects within the Cloud & Apps Domain
• Collaborate with talented architects, engineers and consultants
• Flexible hybrid work model with development and certification support
• Wellness initiatives, modern tools and a supportive environment
• Opportunity to shape the future of intelligent platforms

Ready to Build Tomorrow Today?

Email your cover letter and resume to team@nexwave.com.au