Solution Architect

DairyNZ; Otago; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DairyNZ is seeking a Solution Architect to work with delivery teams and stakeholders to shape end-to-end designs across applications, data, integration and cloud platforms. The role emphasizes practical, secure and scalable solutions aligned with enterprise architecture principles.

You will lead cloud-native architecture, preferably on Microsoft Azure, mentor delivery teams, and contribute to governance, risk assessment and architecture reviews.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Information and Communications Technology (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years’ experience designing end-to-end solutions across applications, cloud-native applications, data and integration.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure, APIs, integration patterns, middleware, data architecture fundamentals and security principles.
• Proficiency with architecture modelling tools and documentation practices, such as ArchiMate, UML, SparxEA.
• Experience working in Agile and DevOps environments with modern SDLC and CI/CD practices.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Leading end-to-end solution design across applications, data, integration and cloud platforms.
• Architecting cloud-native applications and services, preferably using Microsoft Azure.
• Translating business needs into clear solution options, identifying risks, constraints and trade-offs.
• Providing hands-on architecture guidance to engineering teams, and supporting governance reviews.
• Defining architecture approaches for AI-enabled solutions, including GenAI with security and privacy considerations.
• Promoting modern engineering practices and continuous improvement (CI/CD, IaC, secure development).

Skills

Cloud architecture

Azure

End-to-end design

APIs & integration

DevOps / CI‑CD

Stakeholder collaboration

Security & governance

Education

ICT degree or equivalent experience

Tools

ArchiMate

UML

Sparx EA

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Delivera positive future for New Zealand dairy farming

We are full ofpeoplewho have a passion for delivering great outcomesand creating positive change.Weleverageour collective strength by bringingthedairysector together,helpingfarmers build more sustainable,profitable,and resilient farmbusinesses;because a strong dairy sector means a strongNew Zealand.

Your opportunity

As a Solution Architect, you will work closely with project delivery teams, engineeringteamsand business stakeholders to define and guide end-to-end solution designs across applications, data,integrationand cloud platforms. You will help ensure solutions are practical, secure, supportable,implementableand aligned withDairyNZ’senterprise architecture principles,standardsand roadmaps.

This role requires demonstrable, hands-on experience architecting and delivering cloud-native applications and enterprise cloud services, with a strong preference for Microsoft Azure. You will act as the Enterprise Architect’s delegated architecture representative within projects, helping ensure architectural decisions are well governed, risks and trade-offs are visible, and intended outcomes are delivered.

Whatyou’llbe doing

Reporting to the Enterprise Architect,you will support theDigital Technologiesteam,including:

Leading end-to-end solution design across applications, data,integrationand cloud platforms, ensuring solutions are practical, secure,supportableand aligned with enterprise architecture standards.

Architecting cloud-native applications and services, preferably using Microsoft Azure, and supporting practical decisions around hosting, integration, deployment, monitoring, reliability,scalabilityand cost.

Translating business needs into clear solution options,identifyingrisks, constraints and trade-offs, and working with the Enterprise Architect and delivery teams to recommend pragmatic decisions.

Providinghands-on architecture guidance to engineering teams, producing key design artefacts, and supporting architecture governance,reviewsand assurance activities.

Defining architecture approaches for AI-enabled solutions, including GenAI where relevant, with consideration for security, privacy, responsibleAIand operational readiness.

Promoting modern engineering practices and continuous improvement, including CI/CD, infrastructure as code, secure development, qualityassuranceand new ways of working.

Whatyou’llbring

You’llbring a passion for designing fit-for-purpose technology solutions that deliver real-world value, along with a genuine interest in supporting the future of New Zealand dairy farming. With hands-on experience architecting and delivering cloud-native applications and enterprise cloud services, you enjoy translating complex business needs into clear,robustand implementable solution designs. As a trusted advisor and subject matter expert,you’lldemonstrateintegrity and professionalism, lead through influence, and bring curiosity,clarityand energy to collaborative delivery.

We’dlove to hear from you if you have:

A tertiary qualification in Information and Communications Technology (or equivalent experience).

5+ years’ experience designing end-to-end solutions across applications, cloud-native applications,dataand integration.

Strong understanding of cloud platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure, APIs, integration patterns, middleware, data architecturefundamentalsand security principles.

Proficiencywith architecture and design modelling tools and documentation practices, such as ArchiMate, UML,SparxEA, solution designs,diagramsand decision records.

Experience working in Agile and DevOps environments with modern SDLC and CI/CD practices.

Proven ability to collaborate with and influence technical teams, vendors, and business stakeholders.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical andnon‑technicalaudiences.

Preferred experience includes Azure Solutions Architect certification, TOGAF or other architecture training, architecture governance or review boards, AI-enabled solution design, vendor evaluation, technical due diligence, proof-of-concepts, and leading or mentoring delivery teams through influence.

Why you should join us

Make a difference-Together with our farmers, help us drive positive progress for the sector and country we love. Our credible work supports a sustainable future for farmers, theenvironmentand communities across Aotearoa New Zealand.

Bring the whole you-We put people at the heart of what we do. We welcome all that you are and support your wellbeing, so you thrive personally and professionally.

Join a vibrant culture-Be part of a team thattruly believesin our values. We have the courage to take bold action and the curiosity to drive innovation. Our credibility shines in our evidence-based work and our connectedness builds meaningful, collaborative relationships.

Empowering you-We succeed when you do, which is why we champion the development and growth of our people. We empower you to do and be at your best through learning opportunities and great benefits.

Sound good toyou?Come join ourteam who together, are making a difference.

Applications close at 10.00pm on Sunday30 August2026.

Screening and shortlisting may begin as applications are received.

Pleasenoteapplicants must currentlyresidein New Zealand to be considered for this position.