EL2 Lead Technology Architect

SoftLabs; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 120.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

SoftLabs is seeking a Senior Technology and Solution Architect to define and govern enterprise architecture across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. You will translate business needs into secure, scalable ICT solutions and roadmaps, leading end-to-end design and governance with considerable autonomy.

Role is contract-based with hybrid work, onsite presence for initial period as required, and availability in QLD/WA/ACT/VIC/NSW/SA.

Qualifikationen

• Experience designing enterprise, solution and infrastructure architectures.
• Ability to translate business needs into secure ICT roadmaps.
• Proven governance leadership and cross-team collaboration.
• Knowledge of cloud, on-premises and hybrid platforms.

Aufgaben

• Lead end-to-end solution design and implementation.
• Set domain standards and governance for architecture.
• Provide operational guidance and strategic technology roadmaps.
• Present architectural advice to senior stakeholders and exec forums.

Kenntnisse

Enterprise architecture

Solution architecture

Hybrid cloud

Governance skills

Stakeholder management

Security compliance

Architecture modelling

Jobbeschreibung

• Initial Contract Duration: Up to 12 Months


• Location: QLD, WA, ACT, VIC, NSW, SA


• Security Requirements: Must have Baseline clearance


• Working Arrangements: Hybrid


• The Labour Hire Worker is expected to work onsite for the first 6 weeks before a hybrid flexible working arrangement can be considered, unless otherwise negotiated. A hybrid flexible working arrangement may then be considered, ensuring the Labour Hire Worker’s residing address is within reasonable travel time and distance of the RFQ location to present onsite in cases of emergency or to meet business requirements. The location is the capital city of selected state/s.


• Maximum hours: Standard working hours are 40 hours per week. Workers may be required to work additional hours, provided the total working hours do not exceed a maximum of 80 hours per week.

Job details

Technology Architects determine the appropriate technologies to be used in the service development and delivery environment. They monitor emerging technologies and plan technology exploration, implementation and retirement.

Senior Technology and Solution Architects translate business and functional requirements into secure, integrated ICT solutions and strategic technology roadmaps. They set domain standards and governance, lead end-to-end solution design and implementation, resolve architectural exceptions, and provide operational guidance. Working with substantial autonomy, they use sound judgement to drive innovation, lead change, support the agency’s strategic direction and, where required, contribute in team discussions.

Technical skills

• Enterprise, solution, infrastructure, platform and operational architecture within large, complex and highly regulated environments.


• Contemporary cloud, on-premises and hybrid infrastructure architectures, including platform, compute, storage, network and hosting services.


• Architecture modelling, documentation and governance tools used to develop and maintain high-quality technology and infrastructure artefacts


• Demonstrated ability to analyse complex business issues within the technology and infrastructure domain; deliver pragmatic, risk-based recommendations; influence stakeholders; collaborate across multidisciplinary teams; and transfer knowledge to APS personnel.


• Sound knowledge of architecture principles and end-to-end solution design, with the ability to consider technology and infrastructure implications across relevant domains.


• Demonstrated experience across infrastructure domains, including on-premises and hybrid platforms, networks, compute, storage, operating systems, virtualisation, and identity and access management.


• Proven ability to design secure, scalable, resilient and cost-effective solutions that meet performance, availability and operational requirements while aligning with enterprise standards.


• Demonstrated ability to analyse business and technical requirements, identify dependencies, constraints and capability gaps, evaluate technology options, and produce architectural artefacts that support informed decisions and successful delivery. Strong written and verba communication skills, with experience clearly presenting architectural advice and recommendations to senior stakeholders, governance bodies and executive forums.

Application Deadline: Tuesday, 10 November 2026

Expected Start Date: Friday, 01 January 2027

Job Type: Contract