Principal Infrastructure Engineer
- The University of Waikato
- New Zealand, WKO
- Jun 9, 2026
Job Description:
Information Technology Services (ITS)
Lead the design, security and evolution of the University's end user computing platforms, driving automation, cloud integration and technical excellence across a complex enterprise environment.
- Lead modern endpoint and cloud platform engineering
- Enable digital innovation across a leading university
- Work-life balance practices + Professional development opportunities
Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role
As Principal Infrastructure Engineer, you will provide technical leadership for the University's end user computing platforms, ensuring secure, scalable and highly available services across Windows, Linux and macOS environments.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the design, delivery and ongoing improvement of end user computing platforms, device management and automation practices.
- Supporting cloud, infrastructure and identity services, including Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Entra ID and virtualisation platforms.
- Driving platform security, compliance, patching and endpoint protection initiatives across the University.
- Providing technical leadership, mentoring and engineering oversight to the EUC team and wider ITS colleagues.
- Supporting operational excellence through incident resolution, lifecycle management, project delivery and participation in the on-call roster.
This is a full-time role (37.5 hours a week), based on our Hillcrest Campus. For more information on the role please see the position description.
All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted.
Ko wai koe? – Who are you?
You are a highly skilled infrastructure engineer with a passion for modern workplace technologies, automation and delivering secure, reliable services. You enjoy solving complex technical challenges and providing leadership within a collaborative team environment.
You will bring:
- Extensive experience managing enterprise end user computing platforms across Windows, Linux and macOS environments.
- Strong expertise in Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure, Microsoft 365, Jamf, configuration management and automation tools.
- Experience with scripting and automation technologies such as PowerShell, Python, Bash and Ansible.
- Proven ability to lead technical initiatives, mentor colleagues and contribute to solution design and project delivery.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a focus on service quality and continuous improvement.
You will thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can combine technical leadership with hands-on engineering, helping shape the future of digital services at the University.
Ko wai mātou? – Who are we?
Information Technology Services (ITS) is responsible for delivering robust, secure and innovative technology services that enable teaching, learning, research and business operations across the University.
Our vision is to engage, enable, innovate and protect our ICT services, empowering the University of Waikato to leverage technology to achieve its strategic goals. We provide enterprise technology platforms, infrastructure services, cyber security, customer support and digital innovation across the University community.
As part of ITS, you will join a collaborative team committed to delivering reliable technology solutions and exceptional service outcomes for staff and students.
He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position?
We want you to be part of our success! Our university stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.
The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here.
Ko te Tangata – For the People
The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.
E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.
Applications Close: June 24, 2026
Requisition Number 1003682
The University of Waikato holds a special place in the New Zealand university system. Since its inception in 1964 when it was created by the demands of the local community, the University has shown a commitment to innovation and to...
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Job Description:
Information Technology Services (ITS)
Lead the design, security and evolution of the University's end user computing platforms, driving automation, cloud integration and technical excellence across a complex enterprise environment.
- Lead modern endpoint and cloud platform engineering
- Enable digital innovation across a leading university
- Work-life balance practices + Professional development opportunities
Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role
As Principal Infrastructure Engineer, you will provide technical leadership for the University's end user computing platforms, ensuring secure, scalable and highly available services across Windows, Linux and macOS environments.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the design, delivery and ongoing improvement of end user computing platforms, device management and automation practices.
- Supporting cloud, infrastructure and identity services, including Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Entra ID and virtualisation platforms.
- Driving platform security, compliance, patching and endpoint protection initiatives across the University.
- Providing technical leadership, mentoring and engineering oversight to the EUC team and wider ITS colleagues.
- Supporting operational excellence through incident resolution, lifecycle management, project delivery and participation in the on-call roster.
This is a full-time role (37.5 hours a week), based on our Hillcrest Campus. For more information on the role please see the position description.
All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted.
Ko wai koe? – Who are you?
You are a highly skilled infrastructure engineer with a passion for modern workplace technologies, automation and delivering secure, reliable services. You enjoy solving complex technical challenges and providing leadership within a collaborative team environment.
You will bring:
- Extensive experience managing enterprise end user computing platforms across Windows, Linux and macOS environments.
- Strong expertise in Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure, Microsoft 365, Jamf, configuration management and automation tools.
- Experience with scripting and automation technologies such as PowerShell, Python, Bash and Ansible.
- Proven ability to lead technical initiatives, mentor colleagues and contribute to solution design and project delivery.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a focus on service quality and continuous improvement.
You will thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can combine technical leadership with hands-on engineering, helping shape the future of digital services at the University.
Ko wai mātou? – Who are we?
Information Technology Services (ITS) is responsible for delivering robust, secure and innovative technology services that enable teaching, learning, research and business operations across the University.
Our vision is to engage, enable, innovate and protect our ICT services, empowering the University of Waikato to leverage technology to achieve its strategic goals. We provide enterprise technology platforms, infrastructure services, cyber security, customer support and digital innovation across the University community.
As part of ITS, you will join a collaborative team committed to delivering reliable technology solutions and exceptional service outcomes for staff and students.
He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position?
We want you to be part of our success! Our university stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.
The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here.
Ko te Tangata – For the People
The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.
E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.
Applications Close: June 24, 2026
Requisition Number 1003682
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