Solution Architect

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector - one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and groundbreaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY:

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for designing innovative technology solutions that drive real business outcomes?

As a Solution Architect, you'll proactively and holistically guide the development and management of enterprise solutions. You'll work across business capabilities, value streams, and processes to ensure technology solutions align with strategic goals and architectural standards.

You'll be instrumental in translating business strategy into architectural blueprints, leading solution design and analysis, orchestrating delivery, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver measurable outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Translate business strategy into solution architecture aligned with enterprise goals.
• Analyse industry trends and emerging technologies to identify opportunities and threats.
• Provide architectural deliverables to support governance and investment decisions.
• Lead the design and evaluation of solution architectures across applications and technologies.
• Develop reference architectures and contextual designs to guide development.
• Define principles, standards, and patterns to ensure architectural compliance.
• Support product lifecycle decisions including maintenance, refresh, and retirement.
• Monitor solution portfolios and recommend improvements.
• Consult on infrastructure and application development to align with architecture.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement and support communities of practice.

About You:

• Proven experience in a similar role
• Tertiary qualification in technology, engineering or similar is considered desirable
• Exposure to diverse technologies and platforms.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and product management practices.
• Experience developing architecture blueprints, strategies, and roadmaps.
• Confident presenting to senior executives and technical audiences.
• Strategic mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to influence and guide cross-functional teams.
• Passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
• Exposure to the defence, manufacturing of shipping industry (ideal but not essential)
• Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain NV1

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit:

Clearances

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.

Further information regarding security clearances.

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