Solutions Architectat Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections)125,601 - 177,318
- supporting Data and Information technical designs and ensuring Corrections maintains a high
- quality architecture repository, and robust processes.
Reporting to the Manager Architecture, you will work with our Architecture Community of Practice to develop and maintain architecture models, manage technical debt, maintain lifecycle registers as well as supporting the data aspects of solution designs across Digital initiatives.At Ara Poutama Aotearoa, we prioritise architecture governance and depend on our leaders to promote best practices.
You'll help ensure data quality across our technology estate, enabling effective planning, governance, and compliance.Key Responsibilities:Support data architecture for digital initiatives by developing solution designs and providing technical guidanceAssist in the development and improvement of enterprise and solution architecture repositories, including models, AI and Technical Debt registers.Create and maintain architecture templates and models to ensure consistency and efficiency.Provide governance and modelling guidance to the architecture and technical teams, promoting quality data and high standards.Contribute to and ensure reference architectures, patterns, and standards are fit for purpose and correctly applied.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experienceTo be successful, you will have:Experience as a Solutions Architect in a large enterprise environment.Expertise in architecture methodologies, modelling standards and best practices.A deep understanding of architecture tools (LeanIX is preferred).Experience in analysing and distilling information from large data sets.The ability to engage diverse stakeholders, both technical and non-technical, and translate their needs into clear architectural insights.The capability to support Digital leaders in managing architecture governance and compliance.
Ngā painga | The benefitsThe midpoint of the salary range is $147,765 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $125,601- $177,318 per annum.
Mō mātou | About us Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa
- Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities.
As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai Rangi strategy.We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve.
We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.Tono ināianei | Apply NowTo submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link.
All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency- applications received via email will not be considered.When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.Applications close on: Sunday 12th OctoberIf you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact Tom.Nicholas@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.