Senior Transformation Architect — Ground-Up Program Lead

Experis; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Experis is seeking a senior enterprise architect to lead the architecture function for a brand-new, large-scale transformation program in Melbourne. You will report to the Head of Architecture and establish a new project stream with a cross-disciplinary team spanning solution, integration, data and security.

With 15+ years in transformation programs, you will shape the target architecture, engage vendors, and drive business case readiness while guiding stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience leading major transformation programs at Program/Chief/Lead Architect level.
• Background in billing systems or highly regulated industries is preferred.
• Comfortable operating in ambiguity and shaping program governance.

Responsibilities

• Own the architecture strategy and delivery roadmap for a major, multi-year transformation.
• Lead gap analysis and foundational design decisions for target architecture, vendor engagement, and business case.
• Lead and coordinate a team of ~6 architects across solution, integration, data and security.
• Drive stakeholder engagement and advocacy across the business to secure priority and funding.
• In initial months, engage directly with vendors in design meetings and provide direction.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Enterprise architecture

Cloud & on-prem

Vendor engagement

Job description

Experis is seeking a senior enterprise architect to lead the architecture function for a brand-new, large-scale transformation program in Melbourne. You will report to the Head of Architecture and establish a new project stream with a cross-disciplinary team spanning solution, integration, data and security.

With 15+ years in transformation programs, you will shape the target architecture, engage vendors, and drive business case readiness while guiding stakeholders.