Senior Solution Architect

  • Australia
  • Sydney
  • Contract
  • AU$1000 - AU$1200 per day

Senior Solution Architect

Initial Contract to Dec (+ extensions)

Location: Macquarie Park – Hybrid Working

We are seeking an experienced Senior Solution Architect to lead the architecture and integration of large-scale, technology initiatives within a higher-education digital transformation program.

About the Role:

In this role, you will work within the Digital Transformation Delivery team, reporting to the Head of Architecture, and collaborate closely with senior project managers, business analysts, and enterprise architects. Your primary responsibility will be translating complex business needs into scalable, secure, and sustainable architecture solutions that support strategic objectives. You will prepare and present architecture artefacts for governance approvals and oversee their implementation across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design end-to-end solution architectures for strategic initiatives
  • Convert business requirements into technical designs and architecture documentation
  • Define application, data, and infrastructure components
  • Address non-functional requirements like security, performance, and resilience
  • Ensure alignment with enterprise standards and governance
  • Evaluate technology platforms, APIs, and data models
  • Collaborate with delivery teams to guide implementation and resolve technical challenges
  • Identify and mitigate architecture risks and technical debt

About You:

  • Degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field; architecture certifications (e.g., TOGAF, AWS, Azure) preferred
  • Extensive experience in solution architecture for enterprise projects
  • Strong knowledge of integration platforms, cloud services, and data architecture
  • Understanding of security, compliance, and performance considerations
  • Familiarity with Agile, DevOps, and traditional delivery methodologies
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
  • Experience in Higher Education or complex data environments is highly desirable

If you’re ready to shape innovative solutions within a forward-thinking environment, we want to hear from you! Please submit your cover letter & CV application in Word format only by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button below or email to anna.au@talentinternational.com

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