Solution Architect
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City of Gold Coast
About Your New Role
We are so excited to have an opportunity available for an innovative Solution Architect (internally referred to as Solution Designer). We are currently delivering a range of strategically significant ICT projects that require your technical expertise. These initiatives offer substantial opportunities for professional growth and exposure to diverse technologies and business domains.
Your skills are essential to support the end-to-end implementation of ICT solutions, including but not limited to systems such as PD Online, the Property Development Contribution System, Resource Scheduling platforms, and Project Management tools.
In this role, you will apply your technical capabilities across a broad spectrum of technologies and platforms. This includes engagement with cyber security, Microsoft 365, backup solutions (e.g. Commvault), storage infrastructure, Microsoft Azure, cloud services, SharePoint, Microsoft Copilot, on-premises hardware, networking, and systems integration. Your contribution will be critical in the design, development, and implementation of robust and scalable ICT solutions.
We are looking for a candidate who has experience in a similar Solution Designer / Solution Architect position, a willingness to continue learning new skills and technologies, strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Whilst the City of Gold Coast offers flexible ways of working, this role requires at least 50% on-site presence.
Responsibilities
Be self-motivated, proactive, and creative, inspiring and influencing others.
Collaborate positively with developers and testers when the solution is designed.
Report on Solution Architect initiatives and performance through relevant channels.
Liaise and negotiate with internal and external vendors and cross-functional services.
Apply change management practices to ensure customer requirements are considered and appropriately addressed.
Ensure compliance with appropriate Solution Architect methodologies, processes, and reporting.
Remain focused on continuous improvement and have an awareness of emergent technologies.
Possess high-level interpersonal skills.
Coordinate acquisition of solution resources (ICT hardware, software, services).
Benefits
9-day fortnight
Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work-from-home options, flexible working hours and locations
Personal and professional development courses
Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year
How to Apply
Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.
Documents must be less than 2 MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email .
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
Contact Person
Ashley Shannon
Closing Date
Sunday 23rd November ****; applications close at ***** pm on the listed closing date.
The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Government Administration
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