At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the architecture of secure corporate systems and modernise legacy platforms.
- Company: Join Western Sydney University, a dynamic and diverse community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work, health support, and onsite childcare options.
- Other info: Encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds and offering excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on education and community through innovative technology solutions.
- Qualifications: Postgraduate qualifications or extensive experience in enterprise architecture and systems integration.
The predicted salary is between 134051 - 134051 $ per year.
Fulltime, 12 month fixed term position at HEW Level 8. Hawkesbury campus with flexible working arrangements. Salary: $120,754 – $134,051 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading.
Lead the architecture of secure, integrated corporate systems supporting finance, HR, procurement and University services.
The Opportunity
You will provide strategic and technical leadership for enterprise-wide solutions across the University’s corporate systems landscape. Working across finance, HR, legal, procurement and enterprise service platforms, you will translate organisational priorities into scalable, secure and integrated solution designs. You will lead the end-to-end architecture of complex solutions across cloud, hybrid and on-premises environments. This includes modernising legacy systems, strengthening data integrity and enabling integration with internal data sources and third-party services through APIs, middleware and service bus technologies. You will establish architectural standards, roadmaps and governance across the full solution lifecycle. Partnering with business leaders, technical teams and vendors, you will assess emerging technologies, guide investment decisions and embed cybersecurity, privacy, accessibility and sustainability into corporate platforms.
What Success Looks Like:
- Establish clear architectural standards, principles and roadmaps for corporate systems.
- Deliver scalable, secure solutions that integrate corporate platforms and data.
- Modernise legacy systems while improving interoperability and data integrity.
- Strengthen solution governance, documentation and lifecycle readiness.
- Provide trusted technical leadership to architects, engineers and delivery teams.
About You
- Postgraduate qualifications in Information Systems, Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent extensive experience.
- Proven enterprise architecture, systems integration and solution design experience within a complex organisation.
- Experience implementing or integrating ERP, HRIS, payroll, procurement or finance platforms.
- Knowledge of TOGAF or comparable architecture frameworks, together with tools such as ArchiMate, Sparx EA or Lucidchart.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills and experience influencing senior decision-makers on complex technical matters.
Benefits
We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.
- Financial benefits: Access to staff-only products and offers with selected banking partners, salary sacrifice options for onsite parking, and novated motor vehicle leasing.
- Health and wellbeing support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), complimentary annual flu vaccination, eligibility for Fitness Passport membership, and access to discounted private health cover.
- Onsite childcare: Long day care and early learning services operate at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses. Staff may be eligible for discounted fees and salary packaging, with places subject to centre capacity.
Application Details
- Position Enquiries: Direct to Sajan Muzhapravan, Director, Staff Experience and External Engagement via S.Muzhapravan@westernsydney.edu.au. Please include the job reference code REF2043I
- Closing Date: 11:59pm, Monday 9th November 2026
- Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.
Belonging at Western
We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au.
About Western
This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful. Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.
Senior Solution Architect employer: Western Sydney
Western Sydney University is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and wellbeing of its staff, offering a supportive work culture enriched by diverse perspectives. Located at the vibrant Parramatta South campus, employees benefit from competitive salaries, comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, and access to onsite childcare services, all while contributing to impactful teaching and research in digital media. With a commitment to equality and inclusivity, Western fosters an environment where every team member can thrive and make a meaningful difference in the community.
