Solution Architect - Infrastructure, Integration & Networks at NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Feb, 26

Salary

133720.0

Posted On

20 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Solution Architecture, Infrastructure, Integration, Cloud Services, Security, Agile, Microservices, Event-Driven Architecture, Stakeholder Management, Governance Frameworks, Continuous Growth, Datacentres, VMware, Azure, Cisco SDN, Mulesoft

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Architect the Future. Grow Your Career. Are you ready to take the next step in your architecture journey? We’re looking for an intermediate Solution Architect who’s passionate about designing innovative, secure, and scalable solutions—and eager to develop their skills in a supportive, future-focused environment. Join a team that values innovation, supports your development, and empowers you to architect solutions that shape tomorrow. Make this the year you invest in yourself—grow your skills, expand your network, and build a legacy you’ll be proud of. View the Position Description HERE. What You’ll Do Collaborate & Lead: Work alongside senior architects and business leaders to co-design solutions that solve real business challenges and deliver measurable impact. Design for Tomorrow: Deliver infrastructure and integration services across physical and cloud environments, leveraging the latest in Datacentres, VMware, Azure, Cisco SDN, OT networks, and more. Connect Everything: Build seamless integrations using platforms like Mulesoft, Kafka, Azure API Services, and Kubernetes. Champion Security: Apply secure-by-design principles and NZ Government security standards (NZISM) to every solution. Inspire Collaboration: Work with agile, cross-functional teams in a vibrant, supportive environment where your ideas matter. What You’ll Bring 3–5 years’ experience designing complex technology solutions, ideally in infrastructure and integration. Proven ability to translate business needs into practical, scalable designs. Experience influencing and building credibility across diverse stakeholders. Familiarity with modern methodologies (event-driven architecture, microservices, TOGAF) and tools (Archimate, Microsoft suite, Agile, automation, security, cloud), with a strong emphasis on applying governance frameworks to ensure consistency, compliance, and excellence in solution design. Passion for continuous growth, open to diverse learning opportunities and the chance to master emerging technologies that will keep you at the forefront of your field. Why This Role is Different Intermediate Level: Perfect for architects ready to step up, with plenty of support and mentoring from senior experts. Development Opportunities: Grow your skills through hands-on projects, professional development, and exposure to the latest technologies. Impact: Help deliver future-focused solutions that support NZTA and the wider community. Culture: Enjoy a friendly, inclusive workplace that values innovation, diversity, and wellbeing. Benefits: Competitive salary ($109,408–$133,720), plus life, income protection, and critical illness insurance for permanent employees. Our Commitment to Te Ao Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori. You will also have knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector. Rā Katinga | Applications close: 27 November 2025 For further information, email: careers@nzta.govt.nz To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand. Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process. Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time. Ko wai mātou | About us At Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, it all starts with our people. The organisation's performance and success depends on the people who choose to make this a great place to work and make a difference for Aotearoa. Waka Kotahi has a strong future focus, understanding that new technologies and changing customer expectations mean the transport system we know today will not be the one we deliver in ten years time.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with senior architects and business leaders to design solutions that address business challenges. Deliver infrastructure and integration services across various environments while ensuring security and compliance.