Solution Architect

What’s in it for you?

Lead solution architecture across a high-profile technology transformation portfolio

Work on cutting-edge AI, research, and education platforms in a complex enterprise environment

Hybrid working model with Brisbane-based collaboration

Long-term contract stability with strong extension potential

Role We are seeking an experienced

Solution Architect

to lead technical design and architecture across a portfolio of strategic digital initiatives commencing in early 2026. This role will work across multiple concurrent projects focused on AI adoption, platform modernisation, and research capability uplift.

You will translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and future-ready solution architectures while ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and governance frameworks. This is a hands‑on architecture leadership role requiring strong stakeholder engagement, technical depth, and the ability to operate in complex environments.

Contract length:

12 months (with extension potential)

Work model:

Hybrid

Location:

Brisbane

Key Responsibilities

Define end‑to‑end solution architectures including system components, integrations, data flows, and technology stacks

Produce conceptual, logical, and physical architecture designs aligned with enterprise architecture standards

Design scalable, secure, cloud‑first solutions using modern architecture patterns (APIs, microservices, event‑driven)

Lead AI/ML solution architecture design including LLM integration, data pipelines, deployment models, monitoring, and responsible AI controls

Evaluate and recommend platforms, technologies, SaaS/COTS solutions, and vendors based on fit‑for‑purpose analysis

Facilitate architecture and design workshops with technical and non‑technical stakeholders

Act as a trusted technical advisor to project leaders, governance bodies, and executive stakeholders

Ensure compliance with security, privacy, accessibility, and regulatory requirements

Apply responsible AI principles including bias mitigation, explainability, governance, and model monitoring

Identify and manage technical risks, dependencies, and architectural trade‑offs

Contribute to architecture governance forums, communities of practice, and technical review groups

Provide implementation guidance and architectural assurance throughout delivery

Lead proof‑of‑concept initiatives for AI/ML and emerging technologies

Produce high‑quality architecture documentation, decision records, and reusable reference patterns

Support legacy system migrations including transition states, data migration strategies, and cutover planning

Required Skills & Experience

5+ years’ experience as a Solution Architect, Lead Architect, or equivalent senior technical role

Proven experience designing enterprise‑scale solutions across multiple technology domains

Strong knowledge of architecture frameworks and design patterns (e.g. TOGAF)

Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Expertise in modern integration and architecture paradigms (APIs, microservices, event‑driven systems)

Strong background in data architecture, data governance, and enterprise data management (DAMA principles)

Solid understanding of security architecture, identity, access management, and data protection

Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code

Working knowledge of AI/ML architecture patterns including LLMs, data pipelines, and AI service integration

Experience applying responsible AI practices, governance frameworks, and ethical AI principles

Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex technical concepts clearly

Proven ability to influence stakeholders and build consensus across organisational boundaries

Experience supporting project planning, estimation, and risk management

Ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives and competing priorities

Talented, committed, can‑do individuals have always been the cornerstone of this dynamic organisation. If you have what it takes to thrive in this role and want to know more, please reach out to

Isha Khanna at isha.khanna@akkodis.com

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