Senior Manager, Architecture at Future Fund Australia

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Enterprise Architecture, Technology Strategy, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Solution Design, Risk Management, Team Leadership, Software Delivery Lifecycle, Financial Services Knowledge, Roadmap Development, Data Architecture, Application Architecture

Industry

Financial Services

Description

About Future Fund At the Future Fund, we’re for future minds – like yours. The new investors and creators who thrive on different thinking and doing it together. Those who glimpse opportunity before it strikes and step up every day to grab it. The Future Fund is Australia's Sovereign Wealth Fund, managing over $340 billion across seven public asset funds with the same purpose: growing Australia’s future. We are a global investor and work closely with world leading investment organisations to access the best investment ideas. Where others see challenges, we see more interesting investment experiences. Every person, every skillset, every mindset is an asset. We’ve got every future generation to consider, yet our approach to investing is incredibly pure: we think about it deeply, and daily. Ours is a culture where great people grow the future together, with the rare ability to work collaboratively, think freely, and make a real difference. Are you Futureminded? Let’s create what’s next. The Opportunity Applications close: 18 May 2026 Reporting to the Director, Architecture & Infrastructure, this senior leadership role is accountable for setting and maintaining the Future Fund’s enterprise technology architecture. You’ll guide architectural strategy, lead a high‑performing team, and play a critical role in shaping how technology supports the organisation’s investment and business objectives. This role operates at enterprise scale, working across complex systems and engaging closely with senior stakeholders across technology and the business. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Lead the development, maintenance and governance of the Future Fund’s technology architecture across the organisation Own and evolve architectural standards, roadmaps and artefacts, including data and application architectures Co‑lead the Design Authority, ensuring high‑quality, future‑focused architectural decisions Partner with technology and business leaders to assess risks, opportunities and alignment across the technology portfolio Provide strategic advice on solution design, technology trade‑offs and investment priorities Lead, mentor and develop architecture leaders and specialists, fostering a strong, collaborative team culture Monitor emerging technologies and industry trends to inform innovation and continuous improvement About You To succeed in this role, you’ll bring: Significant experience in technology architecture, consulting or senior technology leadership roles within financial services or similarly complex environments Proven experience influencing large‑scale, enterprise‑wide programs and architectural outcomes Strong understanding of software delivery lifecycles and modern technology platforms The ability to lead complex change, balance strategic intent with delivery, and navigate risk‑based decision‑making Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with the credibility to advise at senior levels A tertiary qualification in computer science, engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience) Architecture certifications (such as TOGAF) and investment or financial services qualifications are desirable We Are For Everyone At Future Fund, we are better for our differences. Every person, every skillset, every mindset is an asset. We want everyone to feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. Which is why we’re looking for future minds like yours. Your past experiences help us expand our collective knowledge, add value and create something better. When doing your job means Australia has more money to invest in renewables, education, healthcare and medical breakthroughs – there’s a tangible impact to what we do. And we want you to be part of it. Are you Futureminded? Learn more about us at our LinkedIn Life page. The Future Fund acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waters on which we live and work. We pay respect to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as we work to create meaningful change for reconciliation. Job Posting End Date 19/05/2026 At Future Fund, we’re for future minds. Those who glimpse opportunity before it strikes and step up every day to grab it. The new investors, who thrive on different thinking and doing it together. We’re growing Australia’s future. Every person, every skillset, every mindset is an asset. No two future minds think the same, yet we all start each day on the same page. Ours is a culture where great people grow the future together, with the rare ability to work collaboratively, think freely, and make a real difference. To learn more about our recruitment process and our organisation visit our LinkedIn page or the Careers page of our website.

Responsibilities

The role is accountable for setting and maintaining the Future Fund's enterprise technology architecture and guiding architectural strategy. It involves leading a high-performing team and co-leading the Design Authority to ensure future-focused architectural decisions.