Solution Architect

Transport for NSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport for NSW is seeking an experienced architect to lead enterprise and solution architecture across Operations Technology (OT). You will shape the vision for OT systems, engage with product owners and stakeholders, and implement frameworks and standards to improve efficiency and integration across a complex environment.

You will design cloud-based solutions, ensure cybersecurity alignment, and drive end-to-end architecture initiatives aligned with enterprise strategy.

Qualifications

• Design and implement cloud-based architectural solutions across OT.
• Experience with Azure or AWS for enterprise settings.
• Proven ability to evaluate options and assess solutions.
• Solutions must comply with TfNSW Cyber Security standards.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in defining current and target-state architectures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver enterprise architecture leadership, governance and planning across OT.
• Shape the vision and direction of OT systems and products.
• Engage with product owners, architects and stakeholders.
• Define and maintain frameworks, standards and artefacts for data and technology management.
• Drive system integration, rationalisation and improved efficiency in a complex environment.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Azure/AWS experience

Options evaluation

Cybersecurity standards

Stakeholder mgmt

End-to-end solutions

Job description

Fixed Term role until 31/12/2027. You crave a career that pushes you, where you'll meet challenges head on and you're guaranteed to grow. Your innovative mindset is key to creating solutions to complex problems. Our systems drive our organisational success and underpin every journey our customers take. This is your opportunity to be part of an expert team who build and refine seamless technology experiences. In this role, you'll: Work as part of a team delivering enterprise and solution architecture leadership, governance and planning across Operations Technology(OT) within TfNSW, ensuring systems are efficient, rationalised, fit-for-purpose and aligned to enterprise architecture and strategy. This role will see you shape the vision and direction of Operations Technology systems and products, engage closely with product owners, architects and stakeholders, and provide detailed analysis of current and future-state architectures. You will define, design and maintain frameworks, standards and artefacts that enable consistent data and technology management, while driving system integration, rationalisation and improved efficiency in a complex and evolving environment. For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About you

• Design and implement cloud-based architectural solutions, including enterprise services and data integrations.
• Demonstrated experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS, which will be highly valuable in driving success in this role.
• Strong expertise in options evaluation and solution assessment.
• Develop solutions that comply with TfNSW Cyber Security standards.
• Proven experience in implementing solutions that meet non-functional requirements, with strict adherence to cybersecurity standards.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to engage with business stakeholders, translate requirements, and deliver end-to-end solutions aligned with technology policies and standards.
• Experience in designing and defining current and target-state application architectures that align with business objectives and drive strategic outcomes.
• Exposure to Operations Technology (OT) environments is desirable.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you'd like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers. Flexible work options may be available.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.