Opportunity
Our client, a major federal government agency, is seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Engineer/Arhcitect with strong solution architecture capability and demonstrated experience delivering AI platforms and workloads in public multi-cloud environments. The role lead complex solutions from architecture through to implementation, and will involve designing, building and optimising secure cloud environments across both greenfield implementations and existing brownfield platforms. You will help establish foundational cloud capabilities, reusable patterns and governance frameworks, and lead the delivery of secure, scalable and highly available infrastructure supporting artificial intelligence, machine learning and generative AI services.

Your duties will include:

• Lead end-to-end cloud solution analysis, architecture, design, integration and implementation
• Design and deliver robust, reusable cloud solutions across greenfield and brownfield environments
• Build and maintain secure, scalable and highly available Azure or AWS infrastructure
• Design cloud infrastructure supporting AI, machine learning and generative AI platforms and services
• Lead the migration, deployment, configuration and optimisation of cloud-based AI workloads
• Develop reusable Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, Bicep, CloudFormation or similar technologies
• Implement secure-by-design and DevSecOps principles throughout the delivery lifecycle
• Establish cloud governance controls, policies, guardrails and resource-management practices
• Design and implement RBAC or IAM, cloud security controls and regulatory compliance measures
• Design cloud networking solutions, including virtual networks, routing, security controls and hybrid connectivity
• Develop and improve CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, AWS CodePipeline or comparable technologies
• Identify solution gaps, integration requirements and options for closing technical capability gaps
• Coordinate technical delivery across internal teams, vendors and other stakeholders
• Act as the technical point of contact for large and complex projects or programs when required
• Resolve complex, sensitive or escalated technical issues
• Prepare solution designs, technical documentation, reports and implementation guidance
• Provide technical leadership, knowledge sharing and training across Azure and AWS environments
• Present technical recommendations and influence outcomes across senior business and technical forums
• Drive innovation, continuous improvement and technology-led change

Skills and Experience we are looking for:

• Extensive hands-on Cloud Engineering experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead end-to-end solution design and translate architecture into delivered technical outcomes
• Deep expertise in either Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services, with working knowledge of the other platform
• Demonstrated experience personally designing, implementing and delivering enterprise cloud environments
• Strong experience delivering both greenfield and brownfield cloud solutions
• Practical experience migrating and deploying cloud-based AI, machine learning or generative AI workloads
• Experience covering AI workload architecture, data migration, model deployment and platform integration
• Strong Infrastructure as Code capability using Terraform, Bicep, CloudFormation or equivalent tools
• Experience implementing DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Strong cloud governance and security experience, including policies, guardrails, RBAC, IAM and secure-by-design principles
• Experience with Azure Security Center, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, AWS Security Hub or comparable cloud-security services, and related certifications
• Strong Azure networking experience across VNets, peering, Network Security Groups and routing; and/or AWS networking experience across VPCs, subnets, security groups and NAT gateways
• Experience designing or supporting hybrid cloud connectivity
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, stakeholder management, and technical leadership skills
• Experience operating independently in a complex enterprise or government environment

Candidates should be prepared to clearly explain what they personally designed, implemented and delivered. This should include the technologies used, the scale and complexity of the environment, their individual contribution and the outcome achieved.
Applications demonstrating genuine hands-on delivery experience will be prioritised over those focused primarily on broad architecture responsibilities or oversight.

Please note that Australian Citizenship is mandatory for this federal government opportunity. Candidates must also be eligible to obtain or maintain a Baseline security clearance.

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Solution Architect | Enterprise Solution Architecture & Technology Design

• Location: Canberra (Onsite)
• Security Clearance: NV1 (Mandatory)
• Contract Length: 12 Months + 2 x 12 Month Extensions (Based on the sole discretion of the Department)

About the Position:

This isn’t a role focused on designing individual systems.

It’s about shaping end-to-end technology solutions that are secure, scalable and aligned with long-term enterprise objectives.

Working within a central architecture function, you’ll partner with business stakeholders, delivery teams and technical specialists to translate business outcomes into practical solution designs. You’ll influence technology decisions from concept through to implementation, ensuring architectural consistency, governance and assurance across complex ICT initiatives.

You’ll also play an active role in architectural governance, contributing to reference architectures, design standards and review forums that help guide technology decisions across the broader organisation.

If you enjoy solving enterprise-wide technology challenges, connecting business needs with technical direction and influencing how solutions are designed before delivery begins, this is the kind of role where your expertise will have lasting impact.

What You’ll Do:

• Design end-to-end technology solutions that are secure, scalable and aligned with enterprise architecture principles.
• Produce high-quality architecture artefacts, including solution designs, reference architectures, roadmaps and technical documentation.
• Guide solution delivery through architecture governance, design reviews and stakeholder collaboration.
• Contribute to architectural standards, technology patterns and continuous improvement across the architecture practice.

What We Are Looking For:

• Demonstrated experience designing enterprise technology solutions within complex ICT environments.
• Strong solution architecture capability, including production of architecture documentation and design artefacts.
• Experience working across multiple technologies, integration patterns and secure environments while balancing business, technical and security considerations.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence architecture decisions and communicate effectively across both business and technical audiences.

Technology & Environment:

• Enterprise & Solution Architecture
• TOGAF (or equivalent) and Architecture Governance
• Cloud, SaaS, Integration & Hybrid Technology Environments
• Information Security, ISM, Essential Eight & Architecture Assurance

A Quick Note Before You Apply:

This role is unlikely to suit infrastructure specialists, technical leads or solution designers whose experience has been focused on delivering individual technologies without broader ownership of enterprise solution design and architectural governance.

Success in this role requires balancing business outcomes, technology strategy, security, integration and governance to produce practical architecture that supports long-term delivery.

Applicants must be Australian Citizen and hold an active NV1 Security Clearance.

To showcase your interest for the position, click on ‘APPLY’ on our website or for any further information, please contact Sanat Anmadwar at Sanat.Anmadwar@talentinternational.com. We look forward to seeing how your expertise can help us achieve excellence!

IT Solution Architect

12-Month Contract

Location: Wollongong – Hybrid Working Model

We’re seeking an experienced IT Solutions Architect with expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS) to join our Enterprise Solutions and Technology team. In this role, you will design and govern secure, scalable, and reliable cloud solutions that align with enterprise architecture standards, security policies, and operational needs.

You will play a key part in shaping our cloud infrastructure, guiding development teams, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Your leadership will help ensure our solutions are resilient, cost-effective, and future-ready.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure, scalable, and cost-efficient cloud architectures on AWS, utilizing serverless and microservice approaches.
• Lead architecture reviews, ensuring compliance with AWS best practices and organizational standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive end-to-end solutions.
• Present technical options and recommendations to executive stakeholders.
• Mentor and coach development and operations teams, fostering technical growth.
• Develop technical architecture deliverables, defining requirements, integration patterns, and target states.
• Ensure solutions adhere to security and governance frameworks, including PSPF, ISM, and Essential Eight.
• Provide architecture guidance for AWS services such as Lambda, ECS/Fargate, API Gateway, Aurora, EventBridge, EC2, and Kinesis.
• Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and recommend best-fit solutions.
• Deliver knowledge transfer, hands-on demonstrations, and targeted training to uplift team capabilities.
• Offer pragmatic technical leadership to resolve complex platform and security challenges.
• Promote continuous improvement through technology and process evaluations.
• Influence secure delivery outcomes through strong collaboration and communication.

Key Criteria

• Proven experience designing and deploying secure, scalable, and cost-effective AWS cloud solutions.
• Strong knowledge of AWS services including Lambda, ECS/Fargate, API Gateway, Aurora, EventBridge, EC2, and Kinesis.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct architecture reviews and ensure compliance with best practices.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership.
• Ability to lead technical teams, provide mentorship, and foster collaboration.
• Familiarity with enterprise security frameworks and governance standards.
• Australian citizenship and a minimum Baseline security clearance are required.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume along with a cover letter outlining their relevant experience in Word format only, then click to “APPLY NOW” button below or email to anna.au@talentinternational.com