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Title: Solution Architect
Location:
Chadstone, Victoria, AU
About us
At Officeworks we make bigger things happen. Our customers, our team, and our community are our heart and soul. And if our brilliant people have taught us anything, it is that we can do all kinds of incredible things, each and every day.
Fast paced. Innovative. Inspiring. With close to 10000 team members and a national footprint of more than 168 retail stores Australia wide – we’re focused on delivering a wide range, low price and great service. We’re about inspiring new ideas and thinking outside the box. We’re about kicking goals, having a laugh and pushing each other. We are about being rewarded and supported. We’re about teaching a customer something new and supporting the community. We’re about making a difference.
About the role
We’re looking for a Solution Architect - Digital to join our dynamic Technology Division. In this pivotal role, you’ll design solutions that drive the evolution of our digital platform, ensuring technical integrity, alignment with strategic goals, and delivering exceptional value to our customers.
This role is based out of our Melbourne Chadstone Support Office 2-3 days a week.
Key Responsibilities
As a Solution Architect - Digital, you will:
* Design and Deliver Solutions: Develop architectures for digital initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals, security requirements, and technical standards.
* Innovate and Optimise: Act as a custodian of the digital solution stack, identifying opportunities for improvement and incorporating industry best practices and innovations.
* Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with Digital squads, Product Owners, and stakeholders to align business and customer needs with technical direction.
* Ensure Platform Excellence: Maintain standards to ensure the digital platform, including websites and mobile apps, delivers engaging customer experiences.
* Support Governance: Help provide architecture governance within the Digital domain and contribute to the Enterprise Architecture practice at Officeworks.
About you
What You’ll Bring
We’re seeking a motivated problem-solver with a strong background in digital solution architecture, who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Education & Certifications:
* Bachelor’s degree or above in IT, Computer Science, or related fields.
* Certifications in Agile, AWS, and enterprise frameworks (e.g., TOGAF) are a bonus.
Experience:
* 10+ years in IT, with expertise in software development, design, and architecture.
* 5+ years' experience working in large complex IT environments.
* Proficiency in microservice and cloud-native architectures.
* Significant exposure to modern web technologies (e.g., Node.js, React.js) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP).
* Familiarity with agile development methodologies, DevSecOps practices, and container technologies like Docker.
* Experience in retail and e-commerce is desirable but not mandatory.
Skills:
* Exceptional communication and stakeholder management.
* Strategic thinker with a strong understanding of web/digital architecture.
* Demonstrated ability to innovate and drive continuous improvement.
Our culture
It’s all in a day’s work when you’re part of the Officeworks community – where you’re not defined by who you are, but what you can do. We celebrate our teams’ uniqueness by offering the below to the Officeworks family:
* An inclusive, diverse, and supportive environment.
* Flexible working arrangements to best support your individual needs.
* A key focus on wellbeing and safety.
* Generous discounts at Officeworks, Bunnings, Kmart, Target and Catch.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities to progress your career.
* Industry leading Growing Families policy.
At Officeworks, we operate best when our team represents the communities we serve. We proudly commit to providing a safe and supportive work environment for everyone. We actively encourage applications from all candidates, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people with disabilities. #LI-MS and #LI-Hybrid
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