Solution Architect

About us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We bring together transport, planning, land use, precinct and policy functions in a single department to deliver the best outcomes for Victorians.  
Together with our portfolio agencies, we are responsible for planning, building, operating and +maintaining Victoria’s transport, planning and land services for use by all.  
We foster a safe, inclusive and constructive place to work.  

About the group

Investment and Technology leads and manages the investment lifecycle; drives commercial advice & negotiations to facilitate reform; and enables core delivery through Finance, Procurement & Enterprise Technology.

About the role

This is a full time fixed term position until 30 June 2026

The Solution Architect role is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving VTDE’s Enterprise Architecture and core technology platforms, ensuring they are robust, secure, and aligned with DTP’s strategic priorities. Working at the intersection of business and IT, the role leads expert solution architecture and design to ensure technology solutions meet user and business requirements while conforming to enterprise architecture and security frameworks. The role partners closely with Project Managers to support effective delivery and provides technical leadership and guidance to Solution Architects engaged through the blended workforce model.

Position accountabilities
–    Provided leadership and expert advice in cloud architecture and provides recommendations on different offerings.
–    Led solution implementation and manage and deliver integration solutions between vendors.
–    Defined the overall Maximo solution architecture and ensured aligned of Maximo with enterprise architecture standards and VTDE business case.
–    Developed accurate project scopes and cost estimates which provided value for money and best fit for customer needs.
–    Developed, maintained and fostered effective networks and liaisons, with internal technical teams, and other external other stakeholders. 

Key Selection Criteria

Success in this role requires a strategic leader who applies advanced critical thinking to develop sustainable, whole-of-government solutions that extend beyond immediate business needs. The role demands deep digital and technological expertise to drive coherent enterprise and solution architecture, ensuring technology investments deliver measurable value, manage risk, and support strong commercial outcomes.

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Technical Capabilities
Solution Architecture (ARCH) (Level 6)
–    Contributes to the development of solution architectures in specific business, infrastructure or functional areas.
–    Identifies and evaluates alternative architectures and the trade-offs in cost, performance and scalability. Determines and documents architecturally significant decisions.
–    Produces specifications of cloud-based or on-premises components, tiers and interfaces, for translation into detailed designs using selected services and products.
–    Supports projects or change initiatives through the preparation of technical plans and application of design principles. Aligns solutions with enterprise and solution architecture standards (including security).

Qualifications and experience

 Mandatory 
-Experience in Digital engineering and spatial programs. 
-Prior government experience in delivering a Maximo based solution. 
-Graduate degree and Appropriate professional software accreditations e.g. IBM Maximo professional certifications or equivalent. 

Desirable: 
-Demonstrated success adapting to a fast-paced environment

Culture Value

We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department’s goals.

What we offer

Working at the Department of Transport and Planning provides people with the opportunity to contribute to creating thriving places and connected communities for all Victorians.

For further details please refer to Careers at the Department of Transport and Planning.

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months.

How to apply

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Applications close at 11.59pm on Wednesday, 21st of January 2026.

Please include both your resume and a cover letter. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions.

For further information about the role, please contact Ronnie Oliver, Program Director via ronnie.oliver@transport.vic.gov.au. 

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