This is a unique opportunity to take the lead on technology architecture, software development and digital transformation at Centurion.
We’re looking for an experienced Solution Architect & Development Manager to lead our Software Development and QA team while shaping the architecture and technology roadmap for our core business systems.
You’ll combine people leadership with hands-on technical leadership, working across architecture, application development, integrations, Azure and emerging technologies.
You’ll have genuine influence over how we build, integrate and modernise technology across a growing national logistics business.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead, mentor and develop our Software Development team, building capability and succession planning.
- Provide technical leadership across the full software development lifecycle.
- Own and evolve the architecture of Centurion’s internally developed core systems.
- Design scalable, secure and supportable solutions aligned to our technology strategy.
- Lead third-party system integrations across APIs, messaging, events, batch and data integration.
- Drive the development of a modern technology stack across Angular, .NET and REST APIs.
- Lead Microsoft Azure solution design and cloud-readiness initiatives.
- Establish modern engineering standards across development, testing, CI/CD, environments and releases.
- Identify opportunities to simplify our technology landscape and progressively retire legacy systems.
- Partner with Product Owners, business leaders, cybersecurity, infrastructure, data and project teams.
- Manage technical risks, dependencies, architecture decisions and delivery plans.
- Lead vendors and technology partners where required.
- Drive application performance, reliability, observability and disaster recovery.
- Embed secure-by-design practices across our development and technology environment.
- Explore emerging technologies, including AI and agentic solutions, and identify practical opportunities for the business.
What You’ll Bring
You’re a senior technology professional who enjoys solving complex problems, leading people and turning business requirements into practical technology solutions.
You’ll Ideally Bring
- 10+ years’ experience in software engineering, solution architecture or enterprise application delivery.
- Proven technical leadership and people management experience.
- Strong knowledge of Agile software development and modern DevOps practices.
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, C#, .NET, Angular, REST APIs and SQL Server.
- Experience with Entra ID, OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect.
- Strong understanding of application architecture and system integration.
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365.
- Experience establishing engineering standards and development practices.
- Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.
- Experience with transport, logistics, supply chain or other operationally critical systems is highly regarded.
- Experience migrating on-premise environments to Microsoft Azure is highly desirable.
Why Join Centurion?
- Shape the technology roadmap of an established Australian business.
- Lead and grow a skilled Software Development team.
- Play a key role in our Azure and application modernisation journey.
- Work across diverse technology, integration and transformation projects.
- Make a real impact on systems supporting a national logistics operation.
- Join a business with a long history and a clear focus on its future.
About Centurion
Centurion is a leading Australian logistics company, founded in 1971, with a nationwide network supporting customers across Western Australia, Queensland, Northern Territory, New South Wales, South Australia and Victoria.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’re ready to lead a development team while shaping architecture, cloud and technology transformation, we’d love to hear from you.
Centurion is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and First Nations People.
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Solution Architect and Development Manager employer: Centurion
Centurion is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and compliance while providing consistent, well-planned work for our MC Truck Drivers. With permanent full-time opportunities and various roster options, we ensure our employees enjoy weekly pay they can rely on, alongside the chance to grow within a reputable logistics company that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
