Solution Architect (Brisbane City)

Solution Architect As a Solution Architect, you will provide thought leadership and expertise across our Technology and Business Units. You will be instrumental in developing our new product platforms, working closely with business, technology, and security teams to provide architectural guidance and patterns that ensure the successful delivery of high-quality software. Your New Team You will join our agile Architecture team, part of the wider Technology Enterprise Services department. This role is highly cooperative; you will work to define and evolve our architecture to meet business needs, migrating on‑premise systems to a cloud‑first approach while helping to shape our long‑term technical roadmap. Key Responsibilities
- Ensure new product development is aligned with both business and technical strategy.
- Collaborate widely to ensure the direction and strategy of software solutions deliver the outcomes expected by the business.
- Provide an internal consulting function on aspects of architecture and technical strategy.
- Break down goals for technical strategy into a plan that can be executed iteratively.
- Communicate architecture and plans to Directors, development teams, and business partners.
- Document, review, and update architecture materials.
- Ensure that development and projects comply with agreed standards and patterns.
- Contribute to A&G;’s commitment to adhering to the regulatory framework overseen by APRA. Qualifications & Experience
- Demonstrated experience in software product development as an Architect on large, complex systems.
- First‑class interpersonal skills with the ability to build consensus and articulate a strategy.
- Experience in distilling complex business needs and technical change into clear direction.
- Experience with containerised Java microservice and event‑driven architecture patterns.
- Experience with digital application development for both online customers and internal business users.
- Knowledge of AWS features and how best to use them in designing solutions.
- Experience with architectural frameworks and EA tooling.
- Cloud‑first thinking and experience in migrating on‑premise systems to the cloud.
- Experience designing solutions that integrate multiple line‑of‑business applications.
- Insurance or financial services knowledge is desirable. Benefits Location – Toowong, close to a variety of public transport and easy parking options. The Toowong office has excellent end of trip facilities (including secure bike storage and showers), outdoor spaces and plenty of modern collaborative areas to work and connect with colleagues. Conveniently based at Toowong Village tower with views of the mountains and the Brisbane River, our location is only 4 km from the city and provides access to retail, restaurants and other amenities.
- Hybrid Work: Work from home 2 days a week, with our office located in Toowong.
- Extra Leave: Paid “ME” day, a paid volunteer day, and the option to purchase additional leave.
- Development Opportunities: Access to internal programs and online courses.
- Employee Discounts: Discounts on Budget Direct insurance products.
- Reward and Recognition: Celebrate high performance with recognition, rewards, and incentives.
- Onsite Facilities: End‑of‑trip facilities and private spaces for nursing mothers.
- Get Social: Participate in vibrant social and community activities, including annual celebrations. Auto & General values individual differences and believes in fostering an inclusive culture that creates a great place to work for all. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rmofv