Senior Architect

Senior Architect - Cloud and Data Platform
Slalom is seeking a Senior Architect for Cloud and Data Platform to join our Cloud Solutions team in ANZ.
This role focuses on designing and delivering modern data platforms and cloud-native solutions with a DevOps mindset, primarily using AWS.
What You Will Do
As an Architect, you will design and build Modern Data Platforms that enable high-velocity platform delivery and developer environment enablement.
You'll work hands-on with the latest cloud technologies—primarily in AWS—to lead DevOps strategy, architecture, and implementation.
You'll combine deep technical expertise with a consultative approach to support clients from requirements through delivery.
Serve as a hands-on technical lead for cross-functional product teams building bespoke cloud solutions.
Lead discovery sessions and take accountability for the design and delivery of modern Platform Engineering solutions.
Provide subject-matter expertise in DevOps culture, tooling, delivery methods, and best practices internally and for clients.
Drive effort estimation and Agile story-pointing aligned with business and user outcomes.
Create technical case studies, training materials, and guidance for Slalom teams.
Contribute to internal initiatives and events that foster a strong community culture.
Champion a culture of learning by presenting at technical conferences and community groups, writing blog articles, and participating in partner-coordinated workshops.
What You'll Bring
Hands-on experience with AWS RDS, including Multi-AZ deployments
Deep understanding of database migration tools and methodologies (e.g. AWS DMS, Oracle DataPump)
Expertise in Infrastructure, Network, and Security Architecture
Proficiency in Database Administration
Familiarity with HA/backup solutions (e.g. Cloud-native tools, DataGuard, DataPump)
Strong Linux/Unix administration skills
Proficient in IaC (CloudFormation or Terraform) within AWS environments
Scripting and automation experience (e.g. Bash, Python)
Experience leading large-scale, multi-terabyte database migrations
Strong technical documentation and writing abilities
Familiarity with DevOps practices and toolchains
Highly Desirable
Expertise in Oracle/RDS performance tuning and optimization
Relevant certifications (e.g. AWS Solutions Architect, Database Specialty, Oracle Certified Professional)
Containerization experience (e.g. Docker)
Exposure to ingestion and compute tools: Kinesis, Glue
Familiarity with orchestration frameworks: Apache Airflow, AWS Step Functions
Experience with modern storage/query tools: Delta Lake, Apache Iceberg, Amazon Athena, Redshift, Snowflake
Our Values
Our culture and values reflect each individual Slalomer.
We are dedicated to encouraging workplace diversity and ensuring all our people, from any background, can contribute to their full potential.
We wish to build a team that echoes the diversity of the communities we serve, and our values are an active part of our everyday, guiding our decisions.
What keeps us here?
When we moved to Australia in 2020, we realised work/life balance is important.
Slalom offers space when life gets in the way and invests in benefits that support holistic wellbeing, meaningful allowances, and professional, technical, and personal growth.
Slalom is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.
Slalom does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion, or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industries
Business Consulting and Services
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