Canterbury-Bankstown Council

Solutions Architect

Here at CBCity
The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council’s in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 21 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents
 

The Role
A rewarding opportunity has become available for an IT professional to join our team as a Solutions Architect.
The opportunity will see you collaborate closely with various stakeholders across ICT, business and digital transformation to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable and innovative IT solutions.
 

*This opportunity will be offered on a permanent full-time basis

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements, analyse existing systems, and design innovative IT solutions that meet business needs, improve efficiency, and drive growth
• Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the project lifecycle, including evaluating technologies, conducting feasibility studies, and recommending the best-fit solutions based on business requirements, scalability, security, and performance.
• Develop and maintain system architecture blueprints, solution roadmaps, and technical documentation, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture principles, standards, and best practices.
• Identify opportunities for system integration and ensure seamless interoperability between different technology platforms, applications, and data sources.
• Evaluate and select third-party vendors, manage vendor relationships, and oversee the integration of vendor solutions into the overall IT architecture.
• Conduct risk assessments of proposed solutions, identify potential vulnerabilities, and recommend appropriate security measures to ensure data protection, system integrity, and regulatory compliance.

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field
• Extensive knowledge and experience in IT architecture, solution design, and implementation, with a focus on enterprise-level projects
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex IT solutions across multiple domains and technologies
• Extensive knowledge and experience in system architecture, cloud computing (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), enterprise application integration, database technologies, security principles, and emerging technologies. 
• Proficiency in architecting scalable and high-performance solutions. 
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills to understand complex business requirements, identify potential solutions, and evaluate their feasibility and impact.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. 
• Demonstrated leadership abilities to guide and mentor technical teams. 
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams, adapt to changing priorities, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

The salary range for this opportunity commences at $108,201 (Grade I, Step 1) + 11% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.
Click here to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade.

What’s on offer

• An Attractive Remuneration Package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Permanent Full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community. 
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Bohdan Flower at bohdan.flower@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a:

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close on Sunday, 21 April 2024.

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.   

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.