Solution Architect - Data and Integration. Join a leading organisation driving digital transformation across both corporate IT and operational technology environments. As the Data and Integration Architect , you'll play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing scalable, secure, and future-ready architecture that supports critical business operations, analytics, and decision-making. Location: Sydney (Hybrid work flexibility) Reporting to: Enterprise Architecture Lead Dotted Line Reporting: Group Manager, Enterprise Data & Analytics Team Size: No direct reports Industry: Mining / Utilities / Infrastructure About the Role: This is a key senior architecture role responsible for designing and guiding enterprise-wide data and integration architecture . You will work closely with enterprise architects, data specialists, and business stakeholders to ensure that information flows securely and efficiently across the organisation - supporting everything from operational systems to analytics and reporting platforms. You'll also contribute to architecture governance , support the Architecture Review Board , and act as a strategic advisor on data integration, security, governance, and emerging technologies. Key Responsibilities: Define and maintain enterprise data and integration architecture frameworks, standards, and patterns. Design scalable data pipelines, APIs, and integration layers across cloud and on-prem systems. Champion architecture best practices in data governance , MDM , and interoperability . Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies to improve analytics and operational efficiency. Guide cross-functional delivery teams on solution design, compliance, and architectural alignment. Lead architecture oversight for integration projects, ensuring secure and reliable data flow. Mentor engineers and collaborate closely with business leaders, IT, and operational teams. What We're Looking For: Tertiary qualifications in IT, Computer Science, or a related field. Extensive experience in enterprise data and integration architecture across complex environments. Deep expertise in data modelling , integration frameworks , ETL/ELT pipelines , and API strategy . Familiarity with GRC , data lifecycle management , and analytics enablement . Strong experience in asset-intensive or operational environments (e.g., Utilities). Ability to influence stakeholders in a matrixed reporting structure . Experience maturing integration and data architecture in low maturity settings is highly desirable. Certifications such as TOGAF, DAMA CDMP, or Microsoft/AWS integration credentials are a plus. Key Skills: Strategic thinking and enterprise-level data leadership. Architecture governance and ARB participation. Strong communication with both technical and business audiences. Analytical and problem-solving mindset. Collaborative approach across cross-functional teams. Innovative and forward-looking in tech adoption. J-18808-Ljbffr
