Solution Architect

Job description:

• Shape the future of ICT at Lifeblood as a Solution Architect, driving innovation, system excellence, and Lifeblood's technology strategy
• Permanent full-time position with WFH flexibility – Melbourne location
• Salary circa $160,000

Discover life-giving possibilities

Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it's an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: to give life. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood.

About the role

Under the guidance of the Lead Solution Architect, the Solution Architect will deliver specialist ICT solution architecture services to support the successful delivery of Agile initiatives. This role plays a key part in enhancing ICT systems, operations, and support, enabling the ICT business unit to provide exceptional service to the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood organisation. In particular, this role will help shape the transformation of Lifeblood's donor-facing digital landscape.

Additionally, the position will contribute to Lifeblood's Technology and Enterprise Architecture functions, including active participation in ICT forums and the development of strategic roadmaps.

Sound interesting? As Solution Architect, you will have:

• Proven ability to translate business and technical requirements into effective solution architectures
• Skilled in developing solution designs that drive business outcomes across applications and systems
• Experienced in reviewing and validating architectural artefacts from peers and vendors
• Strong communicator, confident engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including third-party partners
• Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills with a conceptual mindset
• Experienced in guiding solutions through architecture governance processes
• Hands-on with architecture tools (e.g. iServer, HOPEX, Lucidchart)
• Knowledgeable in cybersecurity, system monitoring, and data protection practices
• Familiar with enterprise architecture concepts, including roadmap development
• Track record of delivering ICT solutions across diverse technologies (applications, integration, infrastructure, data)
• Experience leading or contributing to customer-facing digital transformation initiatives
• Qualified in ICT or related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
• Working knowledge of ITIL, project management principles, and Agile frameworks (e.g. SAFe)
• Strong grounding in architecture and system design methodologies (e.g. TOGAF)

This is a permanent full-time position rotating between WFH and our Melbourne Processing Centre. Lifeblood is proud to accommodate flexible working and we are open to conversations around what this means for you.

Thrive in a diverse culture that cares for your wellbeing

We're a diverse and inclusive bunch. We're proud to foster an environment where all people can come together to achieve their very best. Whether it's workplace safety or work/life balance, we look after our employees' varying needs. As part of the Lifeblood team, you'll have access to a generous salary packaging program, plus a great range of rewards like discounts on insurance, groceries, food & beverage, department stores, travel, and more.

Excited to join us? Apply now and discover a career filled with life-giving possibilities.

Next steps

When it comes to recruitment we like to move fast, this means we progress suitable candidates through the hiring process as soon as we can.

We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant. You'll hear from us with an outcome after your application has been reviewed and assessed.

If selected, you'll be required to complete a few background checks and we'll help you through this process.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

For further details on this position, please contact Tayler on  

**Please note we cannot accept applications via email so please apply online

This vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood's Talent Engagement team. We won't accept candidates from external recruitment agencies on this occasion.