About the roleThe Solution Architect - Applications and Data provides strategic and technical leadership in the design and governance of application and data solutions that enable NSW Parliament's digital capability.
The role ensures solution designs align with strategic objectives, security standards, data governance principles and enterprise architecture, supporting sustainable business and technology outcomes.About usBased in NSW Parliament, the Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is a specialist service department working to support the operation of the Parliament of NSW by providing logistical support and advice to members, the Departments of the Legislative Council and Legislative Assembly and the people of New South Wales.
Our office is found close to public transport in the heart of Macquarie Street CBD, next to the State Library and Sydney's Botanic Gardens.Enabling the Parliament, serving New South WalesWe demonstrate and foster in others a commitment to the five values of the Department of Parliamentary Services: collaboration, innovation, excellence, integrity and service.Our commitment to diversityWe welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds and encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, mature-age people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this role.Our peopleOur people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home.
Some of the benefits available when you join Parliament include:Competitive salary and annual leave loading35-hour week and flexible work optionsCorporate Wellbeing programs including seminars and Fitness PassportFree annual Influenza vaccinationSalary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle leaseOn-site fitness facilities, pool, restaurant, cafes, and post officeAbout youIn this role you will need extensive experience designing and delivering application and data architectures across hybrid environments (cloud and on-premises).




A sound understanding of modern integration patterns (e.g. APIs, microservices, event-driven architecture) and data governance frameworks.
This role requires a contemporary knowledge of platform-as-a-service (PaaS) and software-as-a-service (SaaS) technologies and architectural implications.Essential requirementsTertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Systems, or a related field, or equivalent skilled experience.Certification or experience with ITIL Foundation (or higher) in service management practices.Certification or equivalent experience in architecture methodologies (e.g. TOGAF, AWS, Microsoft).
Information to assist you with applying for this positionRole DescriptionDepartment of Parliamentary Services websitePre-employment requirements - NSW ParliamentHow to applyTo apply for this position please provide:An up-to-date Resume (maximum five pages) which clearly details your skills and experience as relevant to this role andA response (maximum two pages) to the Targeted Questions below.Targeted questionsDescribe your experience designing application and data solutions across hybrid, SaaS, PaaS or on-premises environments, including integration, security, data governance, interoperability and operational supportability.Provide an example of how you have translated business or functional requirements into an application, integration or data architecture design that balanced business value, technical feasibility, cyber security, data quality, privacy and long-term supportability.Technical assistanceShould you encounter any technical problems, please contact 'I work for NSW' helpdesk (Monday - Friday).
Applications must be lodged online through Eligibility criteriaTo be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following criteria:an Australian Citizena permanent resident of Australia; ora New Zealand citizen.Come and explore the Parliament online with our 360-degree Virtual Tour.Thank you for your interest in this role.
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📌 Solution Architect Applications & Data – Information Technology, Clerk Grade9/10 – Parliament [...] (Sydney)
🏢 Department of Parliamentary Services
📍 Sydney