Solution Architect

Discover a career with purpose at MBIE

• Position Title: Solution Architect (Fixed-Term) 
• Location: Wellington, New Zealand 
• Salary $132,417 - $160,472 plus kiwi saver and wellness benefits
• Contract Duration: Fixed-term for 12 months

Tēnei tūranga - About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Solution Architects to join our dynamic team within the New Zealand Government sector. This role is pivotal in designing and implementing innovative solutions that enhance public services. You will leverage your expertise in Microsoft technologies to deliver scalable and secure systems that align with our strategic objectives.

•    Design and implement enterprise-scale solutions using Microsoft Azure, Dynamics 365, M365, and Power Platform.
•    Develop and maintain architectural documentation in alignment with government digital strategies.
•    Ensure solutions comply with New Zealand Government cloud hosting, privacy, and security best practices, including NZISM and NIST standards.
•    Identification of reusable architecture patterns across the agency as well as wider government sectors
•    Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define architectural requirements and deliver robust solutions.
•    Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Ngā pukenga me ngā wheako e hiahiatia ana - Skills and Experience Required

•    Several years’ experience in Solutions Architecture with a history of successfully delivering ICT projects.
•    Strong proficiency in Microsoft Azure, including services such as Azure Logic Apps and Azure Functions.
•    Extensive experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI), and M365.
•    In-depth understanding of identity and access management solutions, particularly Azure Active Directory.
•    Understanding of Amazon Web Services is desirable.
•    Familiarity with architectural frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, ArchiMate.
•    Experience in agile development environments and DevOps practices.
•    Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Desirable Qualifications:

•    A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent knowledge, skills, and experience; and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
•    Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert).
•    Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. 

What We Offer:

•    A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
•    Opportunities to work on impactful projects that serve the New Zealand public.
•    Professional development and training opportunities.

Ētahi kōrero mō MBIE - About MBIE:

MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.

We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.

People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.

• Mahi Tahi – Better Together
• Māia – Bold and brave
• Pae Kahurangi – Build our Future
• Pono Me Te Tika – Own It

Our aspirations are echoed in our Māori identity – Hīkina Whakatutuki – which broadly means ‘lifting to make successful'.

MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Māori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Māori, other Māori groups/organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Māori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Māori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.

E mōhio ana a Hīkina Whakatutuki i puea ake te kōtuinga I waenganui i a ngāi Māori me te Karauna i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, ā, kei te whai ia ki te whakaū ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Mā te whai kiko o ngā kōtuinga ahungaroa o ngāi wi, o ngāi Māori, me ētahi atu rōpū Māori ki te Karauna, katutuki tēnei. He āhuatanga nui tēnei e āhei ai ngā mahi whanaketanga ā-ohanga, ā-pāpori hoki ki a ngāi Māori me Aotearoa whānui. E whai tonu ana mātou ki te kōtui atu ki ngā iwi mō te rapu huarahi hou ki te whakaara i ngā kaupapakua roa nei e tāmi ana i a ngāi Māori me Aotearoa whānui, ā, e whai ana hoki ki te tautohu i ngā āheinga kōkiritanga mā ngā iwi, me te tautoko i ngā iwi kia whai mana ake ai ēnei āheinga.

Me pēhea te tono - How to Apply:

Click here to view a position description. All applications must be submitted via our online process and include a Cover Letter and CV outlining your interest and suitability for the role. 

Email Matt Guy at matt.guy@mbie.govt.nz quoting ref MBIE/17324 if you have any further questions.

Applications close on 1st of August 2025 at 5pm