We are seeking an experienced Senior Digital Architect to lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge digital solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in digital architecture, cloud technologies, and experience in delivering scalable and secure digital platforms. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent technical and leadership skills, capable of driving innovation and aligning technology initiatives with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Architectural Design and Strategy:

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive digital architecture strategy aligned with business goals.

• Design scalable, secure, and high-performance digital solutions, including web and mobile applications, cloud infrastructure, and data analytics platforms.

• Evaluate and recommend technology stacks, frameworks, and tools to meet business requirements.

Leadership and Collaboration:

• Lead and mentor a team of architects and developers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, UX/UI designers, and business stakeholders, to define and prioritise digital initiatives.

• Act as a technical advisor to senior management, providing insights and recommendations on emerging technologies and industry trends.

Technical Oversight and Governance:

• Establish and enforce architectural best practices, standards, and guidelines.

• Ensure compliance with security, privacy, and regulatory requirements in all digital solutions.

• Oversee the technical implementation of projects, including code reviews, performance optimisation, and troubleshooting.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement:

• Drive the adoption of innovative technologies and methodologies to enhance the digital experience.

• Monitor and assess the performance of digital solutions, identifying opportunities for optimisation and enhancement.

Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies, incorporating them into the organisation's digital roadmap

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.

• 8+ years of experience in digital architecture, software development, or a related field, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

• Proven experience in designing and implementing scalable, secure, and high-performance digital solutions.

• Strong understanding of cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), microservices architecture, and API management.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with DevOps practices and tools (CI/CD pipelines, containerisation, infrastructure as code).

• Certification in cloud architecture (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert).

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Our unwavering commitment to inclusion and diversity unleashes innovation and creates a culture where everyone feels they have equal opportunity. Our range of progressive policies support flexibility in ‘where’, ‘when’ and ‘how’ our people work to ensure that Accenture is an organisation where you can strive for more, achieve great things and maintain the balance and wellbeing you need.  

We encourage applications from all people, and we are committed to removing barriers to the recruitment process and employee lifecycle. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, religion or sexual orientation and we do not tolerate discrimination. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, or have a preferred communication method, please email [email protected] and cite the relevant Job Number, or contact us on +64 44666056.  

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At Accenture, we recognise that our people are multi-dimensional, and we create a work environment where all people feel like they can bring their authentic selves to work, every day.

Our unwavering commitment to inclusion and diversity unleashes innovation and creates a culture where everyone feels they have equal opportunity. Our range of progressive policies support flexibility in ‘where’, ‘when’ and ‘how’ our people work to ensure that Accenture is an organisation where you can strive for more, achieve great things and maintain the balance and wellbeing you need.

We encourage applications from all people, and we are committed to removing barriers to the recruitment process and employee lifecycle. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, religion or sexual orientation and we do not tolerate discrimination. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, or have a preferred communication method, please email [email protected] and cite the relevant Job Number, or contact us on +64 44666056.

To ensure our workplace is inclusive and diverse we are setting bold goals and taking comprehensive action. To achieve these goals, we collect information that allows us to track the effectiveness of our Inclusion and Diversity programs. Learn how Accenture protects your personal data and know your rights in relation to your personal data. Read more about our Privacy Statement.