Architecture Practice Lead — Hands-on Leader & Governance

University of Waikato; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Waikato is seeking an Architecture Practice Lead to lead a team of four architects and own governance standards across a connected digital estate. This hands-on leadership role combines people leadership with real delivery to shape strategic technology direction across the University.

You will translate strategy into practical architecture guidance, influence investment decisions, engage senior stakeholders, and ensure solutions are aligned, sustainable, and fit for purpose.

Qualifications

• Experience leading architecture teams in large organisations.
• Expertise in architecture frameworks (TOGAF) and governance.
• Ability to translate strategy into practical architecture direction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a team of four architects shaping the University's technology future.
• Own architecture governance and design standards across a connected digital estate.
• Remain hands-on as Senior Solution Architect on complex, strategic projects.

Skills

Architecture leadership

TOGAF

Governance

Stakeholder management

Job description

The University of Waikato is seeking an Architecture Practice Lead to lead a team of four architects and own governance standards across a connected digital estate. This hands-on leadership role combines people leadership with real delivery to shape strategic technology direction across the University.

You will translate strategy into practical architecture guidance, influence investment decisions, engage senior stakeholders, and ensure solutions are aligned, sustainable, and fit for purpose.