Solution Architect

Job description
The Ministry of Defence is seeking a Solution Architect to assist with the delivery of one of our projects in our Information Domain. This role is for a fixed term of 2 years.

About Us
We are the Government's lead civilian advisor on defence. We also purchase major equipment which becomes a capability when it is used by those in service of the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF).

About the Role
This Solution Architect role is a great opportunity to join a high-profile project for Defence in our Capability Delivery Division. In this role, you will be working to support one of the projects delivering a number of design artefacts.

Key Responsibilities
Design of architecture solutions and scoping their implementation while ensuring a cohesive approach is applied.
Collaboration with the project lead and other architects to understand user and system requirements, identify solution options and scope implementation plans.
Contribution to architecture deliverables, with experience across multiple technology domains including application, infrastructure, networks, cloud, security, operations and management.
Alignment with technical strategies, preferences and standards of the NZDF Information Command.
Requirements
Proven experience working as an Architect on complex technical, communications and information technology projects.
Knowledge of commonly used architecture methods or frameworks, practices and procedures used for defining and estimating solution architecture activities.
A pragmatic approach to solution architecture development.
Attention to detail and ability to bring things to a conclusion.
Understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and/or product lifecycle.
Demonstrated success in building and maintaining internal and external relationships.
Demonstrated experience in communicating effectively.
Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
We ask all our people to undertake a commitment to doing their part to deliver on the Crown's commitments to Māori under Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Why Work With Us?
We are an inclusive and supportive employer who value diversity. We actively encourage applications from women and want to encourage you to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes.

Benefits
Flexible working arrangements that support the individual, the team and the organisation.
Contributions towards childcare for children up to age 14.
Kiwisaver contribution on top of remuneration.
Please note: Successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a high-level security clearance. For this role, it means candidates must have been a New Zealand citizen for at least 10 years. Alternatively, you must hold a NZ Resident Visa or a NZ Permanent Resident Visa, and have been a citizen of the UK, Canada, USA or Australia, for at least the past 10 years.