Drupal
Solution Architect | $170k–$190k + super | Permanent | 100% Remote | Drupal architecture and delivery a MUST | Australian Citizenship a MUST to obtain baseline security clearance |
Our client is looking for an experienced and technically curious
Solution Architect
to join their team.
If you get excited by solving complex problems, shaping technology decisions and designing digital solutions that make a genuine difference, this could be your next opportunity.
About the role
As a Solution Architect, you'll design and shape secure, scalable, sustainable and supportable digital solutions across significant government and enterprise platforms.
You'll work at the intersection of business needs, user experience and technology, turning complex requirements into practical architectural solutions. From pre-sales and discovery through to implementation, delivery assurance and operational transition, you'll have influence across the full digital delivery lifecycle.
You'll also play an important role in shaping AI-enabled solutions, ensuring emerging technologies align with appropriate architecture, security and governance requirements.
A strong practical background in Drupal architecture and delivery is essential.
What you'll be doing
Lead solution architecture for complex government and enterprise digital projects, platforms and programs
Define end-to-end architecture across applications, integrations, data, cloud, DevOps, security and operations, with a core focus on Drupal
Lead discovery workshops, technical discussions, solution design and pre-sales activities
Translate complex business, user and technical requirements into clear architectural solutions
Provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary delivery teams
Guide Technical Leads,



Developers and specialists while maintaining accountability for the overall solution architecture
Identify and manage technical risks, dependencies, trade-offs and architectural decisions
Ensure security, privacy, resilience, accessibility and compliance requirements are embedded into solutions
Work closely with clients, executives, technical teams and delivery stakeholders
Assess emerging technologies and identify practical opportunities across cloud, AI, open source and digital platforms
Support delivery assurance, operational readiness and transition into support
What you'll bring
Essential:
Australian citizenship and current residence in Australia
Baseline security clearance, or eligibility and willingness to obtain one
Proven experience as a Solution Architect, Technical Architect or equivalent senior technical role
Strong experience designing and delivering complex digital, software or technology solutions
Strong practical Drupal architecture and delivery experience
Experience across Drupal architecture, configuration, content modelling, module selection, integrations and deployment
Experience across the full lifecycle — pre-sales, discovery, solution shaping, implementation, assurance and operational transition
Strong understanding of software architecture, system design, integration patterns and modern digital technologies
Experience designing secure, scalable, resilient and maintainable solutions
Strong API, integration,



data flow and distributed systems experience
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Ability to influence and lead without direct line-management authority
Strong problem-solving, systems thinking and analytical capability
Ability to balance technical excellence with delivery realities, commercial outcomes and client needs
Nice to have
Experience with any of the following would be highly regarded:
Australian Government or other highly regulated environments
AWS and cloud-native architecture
DevOps, CI/CD, containers and infrastructure as code
Vue, React, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML and CSS
Decoupled or progressively decoupled Drupal
CKAN and open data platforms
Rules as Code / OpenFisca
Generative AI, AI service integration or responsible AI
High-traffic, high-availability or event-driven platforms
Security architecture, privacy and information security
Performance engineering, resilience and disaster recovery
Data architecture and complex data integrations
Enterprise architecture frameworks and governance
Digital agency, consultancy or professional services environments
Why join?
You'll be joining a values-driven organisation committed to delivering meaningful digital outcomes.
Benefits include:
$170k–$190k + super, with some flexibility
Flexible working hours
Opportunity to purchase additional leave
Work-from-home allowance
Career development and professional growth
A diverse, supportive and genuinely passionate team
A strong culture of continuous improvement, innovation and learning
A transparent, open-source-focused workplace
The opportunity to work on digital services that have meaningful impact
Applicants must have Australian Citizenship.
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