Cloud Product Owner

• Own & evolve the Azure cloud strategy across a critical technology portfolio
• Shape modern cloud platforms that support millions of customer interactions
• Newcastle-based | Hybrid WFH 2–3 days | Senior role

About the role

The Cloud Product Owner is a senior technology role responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation’s Azure cloud strategy. This role ensures the reliability, scalability and performance of cloud-based platforms that support both operational and customer-facing services.

You will lead the design, delivery and governance of cloud infrastructure, collaborating across business and technology

teams to accelerate application migration and modernise the cloud environment. Acting as a cloud evangelist, you’ll drive adoption of best practices, set technical standards, and build engineering capability across the organisation.

With strong Azure expertise and experience leading diverse stakeholder groups, including regulators such as APRA, you will play a key role in delivering secure, high-performing cloud solutions aligned to business and regulatory needs.

You’ll thrive here if you’re equal parts strategic and pragmatic — someone who can look at a roadmap and see not just what’s next, but what it will take to get there.

What we’re looking for

• Deep expertise in Azure cloud architecture, delivery, and platform modernisation
• Proven ability to bridge architecture and delivery — translating vision into structured, actionable work
• Experience leading cloud adoption at scale, including legacy migration and infrastructure uplift
• Strong understanding of cloud-native tools and practices (e.g. CI/CD, DevOps, containerisation, AKS)
• Confident stakeholder management skills — you’ll work across architecture, engineering, delivery, C-Suite and senior leadership
• Experience in regulated environments (e.g. financial services), with awareness of compliance and security requirements
• Relevant certifications (e.g. Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert) highly regarded

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design, delivery and governance of a secure, scalable Azure cloud environment
• Act as the critical connector between architectural intent and operational reality — ensuring cloud strategy is deliverable and adopted
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, delivery teams and business leaders to turn strategy into scalable, reliable solutions
• Drive migration and modernisation initiatives across key business platforms
• Own and govern cloud adoption roadmaps, technical standards, and best practices
• Champion observability, automation, and cloud-native capability uplift across teams
• Evaluate new technologies, pilot innovation, and manage cloud-related budget and risk
• Provide clear communication to stakeholders at all levels, including regulatory bodies (e.g. APRA)

Why join us?

Beyond the expected perks that we’re proud to offer like fitness passports, corporate health insurance, and paid parental leave, we go the extra mile to offer benefits that truly enhance your work-life balance, career growth, and sense of belonging.

• Boredom? Never heard of it. We’re all about challenging, stimulating work that sparks innovation, fuels passion, and keeps you inspired every day.
• We’re all about bringing people together - whether it’s through open conversations, a culture of respect, or just having a laugh in a truly inclusive workplace.
• Learning never stops here. Whether it’s LinkedIn Learning, formal training, career coaching, study leave, or even a great podcast rec, we support every kind of growth—professional and personal.

About us

As one of Australia’s largest customer-owned banks, we’re a driving force in customer owned banking, operating under the trusted brands Greater Bank and Newcastle Permanent. With over 200 years of combined experience, we’ve helped hundreds of thousands of Australians achieve home ownership and providing a genuine alternative to the big banks—all while strengthening the communities we serve. At the heart of everything we do are our core values:

• Lead with heart – We genuinely care about achieving better outcomes for our customers and communities.
• Own the action – We build trust by doing things the right way, with honesty and transparency.
• Embrace opportunity – We look ahead, focusing on our strengths and expertise to challenge the status quo.
• Thrive together – By working as one, we create the best possible future for our customers and communities

And we’re just getting started. Join a team shaping the future of trusted banking and make a real impact where it matters most.

A note to recruitment agencies: We’ve got this role covered, so no need to get in touch! As such, we are unable to accept unsolicited CVs and will not be liable for any associated fees. Thank you for your understanding!

NGM Group is committed to delivering trusted banking to enable our customers and communities to thrive. We do this by leading with heart, doing the right things in the right way, and by maintaining high standards of ethical behaviour in everything that we do. All applicants are therefore required to undergo a skills assessment, comprehensive background check, Bankruptcy Check and a National Police Check.

We are also working to reflect the vibrant communities we serve. We believe in creating an inclusive, diverse, and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require adjustments to be made during the recruitment process or would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, your Talent Acquisition Partner will be happy to engage in a confidential discussion and assist. Your unique talents and perspectives are what make us stronger.