Solution Architects

Role/s: 2 x EL1 Solution Architects The EL1 Solution Architect (Labour Hire) accountable under broad direction to undertake very complex work that delivers quality outcomes across the functions of the NDIA. The EL1 Solution Architect (Labour Hire) provides technical architecture expertise to design and guide the implementation of secure, scalable and sustainable technology solutions that meet business and delivery requirements. The role is responsible for developing solution architectures and designs across applications, platforms, integration, data and infrastructure, ensuring solutions align with enterprise and domain architecture, security requirements, technology standards and strategic direction. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the Solution Architect works closely with business stakeholders, delivery teams, engineers, cyber security specialists and other architects to translate complex requirements into practical solution designs and provide architectural guidance throughout the delivery lifecycle. The EL1 Solution Architect (Labour Hire) is required to coordinate and assume responsibility to undertake detailed or sensitive projects that may include performing varied activities involving many different and unrelated processes or methods that may impact on the strategic or operational outcomes that support the NDIA’s objectives to “build a world-leading National Disability Insurance Scheme”. Supplier Briefing:  A supplier briefing will not be held for this role. Rate: The proposed rate should reflect candidate's skills and experience against the Evaluation Criteria. Candidates that do not demonstrate these criteria will not be assessed. Candidates should be aware that rates may be negotiated further as part of the selection process. Citizenship: As part of the eligibility and suitability requirement, NDIA seeks Labour Hire Workers who are Australian citizens only. Successful candidates will be required to furnish valid evidence of citizenship during the Pre-engagement Check. Labour Hire Licence: Applicable for ACT, VIC and QLD: Labour hire licences are required in the state that specified personnel are being contracted. Key duties and responsibilities Responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to: Delivering high quality solution architectures that are fit for business purpose. Aligning solutions with Agency goals, objectives and strategies. Ensuring compliance with Enterprise Architecture reference models, principles, policies, standards and the strategic ICT roadmap. Engaging with the business, understanding the tactical and strategic objectives and requirements. Providing technical oversight and facilitating the resolution of complex issues arising during project delivery. Delivery coherent technical solutions across the domain. Representing the solutions being developed through all relevant governance processes. (NOTE: the key responsibilities of the role are based on current priorities and may change over time) Criteria The buyer has specified that each candidate must provide a response to each criterion. Each response is limited to 3000 characters. Essential criteria 1. Demonstrated experience designing and delivering solution architectures for complex digital or enterprise technology solutions. 2. Strong understanding of contemporary solution architecture across applications, integration, APIs, data, cloud, infrastructure and security, including the interdependencies between these areas. 3. Demonstrated ability to translate complex business and technical requirements into secure, scalable, maintainable and implementable solution designs. 4. Demonstrated experience developing architecture artefacts, evaluating technology options and managing architectural risks, dependencies and technical trade-offs. 5. Demonstrated experience working with engineering, cyber security and delivery teams to guide solutions from design through implementation and ensure alignment with architectural direction. 6. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, including the ability to explain complex architectural concepts and provide clear technical advice to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Desirable criteria 1. Experience designing solutions within cloud-based, highly integrated or enterprise-scale digital environments. 2. Experience applying recognised architecture methodologies, frameworks, standards and modelling practices. 3. Knowledge of Australian Government technology, digital and cyber security requirements, including the Information Security Manual (ISM). 4. Relevant tertiary qualifications or professional certifications in solution architecture, cloud technology, information technology or a related discipline. Opportunity summary Sellers can submit Up to 2 candidates Number of sellers invited More than 10 Number of candidates submitted Fewer than 10 RFQ closing time 01 Weeks 06 Days 18 Hours Send us feedback About Accessibility Privacy Terms of use Disclaimer and copyright An initiative of the Digital Transformation Agency The Australian Government acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and acknowledges their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the Elders past and present. © Commonwealth of Australia