Join a major digital transformation program delivering a modern, secure and user-focused platform that will transform transcript ordering, payment and service delivery processes within a large Australian Government environment.
We are seeking an experiencedSenior Solution Architectto lead the end-to-end architecture and solution design for a high-profile digital initiative.
This role will work closely with program leadership, project managers, business analysts and service designers to develop a scalable, secure and procurement-ready solution that supports both current and future business needs.
The Prospect
As the Senior Solution Architect, you will be responsible for defining the target architecture, designing complex integrations and ensuring solutions are aligned to user, business, security and operational requirements.
You will provide strategic technical leadership across application architecture, integration, data, identity and access management, payments, security, privacy, hosting, reporting and operational support.
This is an initial6 month contractbased inMelbourne, with a hybrid working arrangement and potential extensions.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end solution architecture and design for a major digital transformation program.
Define target state architecture, architectural principles and transition roadmaps.
Translate business requirements, service blueprints and user journeys into scalable technical solutions.
Design integrations across enterprise applications, APIs, payment platforms, identity services and reporting solutions.




Define measurable non-functional requirements including security, accessibility, privacy, performance and resilience.
Assess existing Microsoft technologies and identify migration, modernisation and re-use opportunities.
Develop architecture artefacts, technical standards and procurement-ready documentation.
Provide architecture leadership throughout market engagement, vendor evaluation and implementation phases.
Establish governance processes and maintain architectural decision records, risks and traceability.
Support detailed design, testing, deployment and transition into business-as-usual operations.
About You
You will bring significant experience delivering architecture outcomes within large, complex and highly regulated environments.
Extensive experience as a Solution Architect delivering large-scale transformation programs.
Strong understanding of application, integration, data and security architecture.
Demonstrated success designing digital platforms, transactional systems or complex workflow solutions.
Experience producing architecture artefacts, target state models and solution design documentation.
Strong stakeholder engagement and executive communication skills.
Experience developing solution options,



conducting vendor assessments and supporting procurement activities.
Knowledge of Australian Government digital standards, architecture frameworks and governance processes.
Experience with:Microsoft Azure
Microsoft 365
Power Platform
Identity and access management solutions
API management platforms
SaaS solutions
Payment gateway integrations
Highly Desirable
Experience working within Australian Government environments.
Experience delivering solutions involving sensitive, confidential or restricted data.
Experience within legal, justice, courts or judicial environments.
TOGAF, Azure Solutions Architect Expert or equivalent architecture certification.
Experience supporting accessibility, privacy, cyber security and records management compliance requirements.
Security Requirements
To be considered, candidates must:
Be an Australian Citizen.
Must hold a Baseline Security Clearance.
Successfully complete a National Police Check.
Be located within Australia.
Possible extensions of up to 2 x 3 months
Hybrid working arrangement
Up to 40 hours per week
Immediate project impact on a significant digital transformation initiative
Encourages applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds, including people with a disability.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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🏢 Experis AU
📍 Melbourne