Cloud Solutions Design Specialist
We are seeking a highly experienced Cloud Solutions Design Specialist to support key digital transformation initiatives within a large government agency.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in designing and delivering innovative, scalable, and secure ICT solutions across cloud platforms, reporting ecosystems, and housing systems operated by Homes Victoria.
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Key Responsibilities
* Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of cloud-based ICT solutions aligned with business needs and government digital strategies.
* Evaluate complex stakeholder requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions, presenting options to senior management and executive stakeholders.
* Deliver high-quality systems and solutions in agile development environments, applying modern DevOps and CI/CD practices.
* Design, build, and optimise enterprise-level reporting and analytics solutions, ensuring scalability and performance.
* Provide architectural oversight in projects leveraging SaaS CRM and Service Management platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics, Salesforce, Siebel, and ServiceNow.
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Required Skills and Experience
Cloud & Development Expertise:
* Proven experience in Microsoft Azure PaaS services (Web, API & Functions Apps, Azure SQL, etc.)
* Strong proficiency in Full Stack .NET development, including:
o .NET 1.1 to 4.x and .NET Core 1.x to 3.x (C# mandatory)
o Microsoft Enterprise Library or equivalent
o Windows Communication Foundation (WCF)
* Experience with modern web technologies including HTML5, JavaScript, CSS, and frameworks such as AngularJS, Angular, and React
Integration and API Management:
* Deep understanding of integration patterns, SOAP/RESTful APIs, SOA frameworks, and formats such as JSON and XML
* Hands-on experience with API security, usage policy definitions, and reusable service design
Reporting & Analytics Domain Knowledge:
* Expertise in Business Intelligence and Reporting architectures, including Data Warehousing, Data Marts, ODS, Big Data, Analytics, and Data Science
* Proficient with Microsoft data and reporting tools, including:
o Azure SQL
o Azure Data Factory (ADF)
o Azure DataBricks
o Azure Data Lake (ADL)
o SSIS and SSAS
* Working knowledge of BI and dashboard tools like Power BI, Tableau, QlikView, Qlik Sense, SSRS, and SAS Analytics
Business Application Experience:
* Experience designing reporting solutions for CRM and Service Management platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics, Salesforce, Siebel, and ServiceNow
* Familiarity with Housing Systems operated by Homes Victoria is highly desirable
Security & Identity Management:
* Solid understanding of network, security, and identity management practices within enterprise and cloud environments
Key Competencies:
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
* Strategic thinker with a deep understanding of emerging technologies and their application in the public sector
* Agile mindset, with proven ability to deliver iterative, high-value outcomes
* Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with multi-disciplinary teams
Desirable Qualifications:
* Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert)
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline