Application Architect with experience in solutions Design and Java. Up to 180k, Wellington based. Your new company
You will be working for a government agency that ultimately improves the well-being of New Zealanders in a permanent position. This organisation strives to help with career progression, flexible working arrangements and wellness benefits.
Your new role I am looking for an experienced Application Solutions Architect with a strong background in Architecture Design, Applications, and previous Software Engineering experience.
For the position, I am searching for +15 years' experience within the applications space, in Java as well as in Technical Leadership.
Duties: Collaborates with stakeholders to understand high-level business requirements and facilitates workshops to ensure the product team focusses on the right priorities to maximise value.
Oversees the technical governance of projects. Provides architectural, technical, and quality guidance and direction for projects.
Actively monitors project details to identify and mitigate delivery risks and issues. Ensures projects align with broader architectural roadmaps, strategies, standards, and guidelines.
Balances long-term product, project, and operational perspectives, ensuring quality alongside timely delivery. Introduces new capabilities by understanding user needs and demonstrating the potential of available technologies.
What you'll need to succeed You will have extensive experience in Software Development and proficiency in Java and Open-Source technologies, as well as a strong understanding and work experience in DevOps Environments. You will need +15 years in the Software Architecture and Application Design space, with a strong understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and architectural styles.
Additionally, understanding Agile Methodologies and experience with Agile or Scrum methodologies to manage and deliver projects efficiently will be necessary in this role. Excellent communication skills to collaborate with development teams and stakeholders, and the ability to provide technical leadership and well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address technical challenges and optimise system performance will be necessary to win this role. What you'll get in return
Excellent benefits package and competitive salary.
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