Versent is seeking a Principal Consultant – Cloud Adoption & AI to lead strategic engagements that accelerate cloud transformation and AI-enabled modernisation for enterprise customers. This role sits at the intersection of cloud strategy, delivery leadership, and applied AI, helping clients move from experimentation to scaled adoption across cloud platforms and intelligent workloads.
You will act as a trusted advisor to C-level stakeholders, shaping cloud and AI roadmaps, driving adoption frameworks, and ensuring successful execution across complex transformation programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and lead cloud adoption strategies across AWS, Azure, or hybrid environments
- Develop enterprise AI adoption roadmaps (including GenAI, MLOps, and data-driven platforms)
- Translate business problems into scalable cloud and AI-enabled solutions
- Act as a trusted advisor to CIOs, CTOs, and Heads of Digital/Data
- Facilitate executive workshops on cloud operating models, AI readiness, and governance
- Oversee design of cloud-native and AI-integrated architectures
- Ensure alignment with security, compliance, and enterprise governance standards
- Build frameworks for cloud operating models (FinOps, DevSecOps, platform engineering)
- Drive organisational change required for cloud and AI adoption at scale
- Support capability uplift through coaching, enablement, and thought leadership
- Stay ahead of emerging AI trends, cloud-native technologies, and industry patterns
- Contribute to internal IP, accelerators, and reusable adoption frameworks
- Represent Versent in industry forums, client presentations, and technical communities
Required Experience & Skills
- 10+ years in technology consulting, cloud architecture, or enterprise transformation roles
- Deep experience in at least one major cloud platform (Azure preferred, AWS/GCP also valued)
- Proven experience leading cloud adoption or digital transformation programs
- Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, GenAI patterns, and data platforms
- Experience with cloud operating models (DevOps, platform engineering, FinOps)
- Ability to engage at executive level and influence strategic decisions
- Strong consulting background with excellent communication and facilitation skills
Desirable Experience
- Experience designing or delivering enterprise GenAI solutions (e.g. copilots, RAG systems, AI assistants)
- Background in regulated industries (financial services, government, utilities, or telecom)
- Familiarity with modern data platforms (Databricks, Snowflake, Fabric, etc.)
- Certifications in cloud architecture (Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS SA Pro, etc.)
Life at Versent
We're a diverse team of motivated humans who think outside the box and strive to deliver what others might consider impossible. At Versent we truly care about our people and put real focus on cultivating a culture of learning, collaboration and growth. We provide our teams with the space, trust, and support, to deliver the best work of their careers. To enable this, we have a culture that places a high value on continual feedback, excellence, and invention anchored in customer success.
We also offer our team:
Flexibility: We give you the freedom to excel, providing as much autonomy and flexibility around when you work so you can manage your time in a way that best suits you to get the job done.
Learning: We are passionate about continuous improvement and care about you investing in and developing your craft. Our Craft 180 Program is a holistic strategy for ongoing, meaningful skill and capability development with an ultimate goal to create an environment where people can learn and contribute in different ways to develop, practice and become masters of their craft.
Access to Benefits That Fit Your Life: From salary packaging and purchased leave to novated leasing options, we offer a range of benefits designed to suit different lifestyles and priorities. There’s something for everyone.
Health & Wellbeing Programmes: We focus on you as a whole person, with wellbeing initiatives that are to support you mentally, physically, emotionally and financially.
Connection: Regular social activities across your team and the organisation.
Recognition: We offer several reward & recognition programmes to acknowledge the amazing work that you do!
Career opportunity: We provide the opportunity to work on diverse projects and initiatives that enable you to create a brilliant career.
At Versent, we don't adhere to a one-size-fits-all hiring strategy. We understand that you might not fulfill all the criteria for this position. Our celebration of diverse perspectives isn't just a value, it's a way to gain an edge. If you believe this opportunity is where you can thrive, don't be shy and apply!
If you require any accommodations throughout the interview process, please get in touch with us by emailing careers@versent.com.au.
