- Are you a Solutions Architect with broad Infrastructure experience?
- Seeking a notch communicator who is great at leading and influencing others.
- Permanent position, based in Wellington with hybrid work options available.
Solutions Architects use their interpersonal, communication and digital skills to design, describe and manage solutions and their interfaces. If you are a natural problem solver and can evaluate business requirements to come up with solutions to solve business problems, we want to talk to you!
We have exciting plans, designed to modernise our platforms and systems, and delivering transformative digital technology for the people in our care and our staff.
Nga kawenga | About the role
We are looking for a Solutions Architect to join our Digital Architecture team at Ara Poutama Aotearoa.
Ara Poutama Aotearoa is focussed on caring for, and about people, and you'll find a direct connection between the work you do and organisational strategic goals.
We are looking for skills and experience to meet the needs of our Infrastructure Product Group. This group is responsible for the delivery and maintenance of the infrastructure and assets used by both back office and frontline staff and includes critical business functions such as People and Capability, Payroll, Finance, Procurement and much more. Ara Poutama Aotearoa has one of the largest public agency workforces in New Zealand and this role plays an important part in ensuring employee experience and value for money is second to none.
The role of solutions architect is wide and varied and you will be part of a like-minded team designing the digital future of Ara Poutama. Experience including adoption of modern technology and transformation of infrastructure will help us put digital services in the hands of people who will benefit the most.
Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience
To do this role you'll need:
- Experience of working within a product team to deliver strategic solutions in a large enterprise environment.
- Understanding of an evolving landscape of business applications including hybrid environments with mixes of old and new technologies.
- A good understanding of Cloud technologies, Networking, End user devices, Telecommunications and Technology infrastructure in general.
- Architectural experience of connecting platforms and application strategies.
- Demonstrable understanding of underlying infrastructure platform considerations, including integration technologies.
- Experience of leading design with strong relationship building and problem-solving skills.
As a team, we strive to increase the diversity of our staff and ensure inclusion is at the heart of all we do.
Utu a-tau | Salary
The midpoint of the salary range is $147,765 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $125,601 - $177,318 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.
Mo matou | About us
Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Maori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whanau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hokai Rangi strategy.
We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.
Tono inaianei | Apply Now
To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency - applications received via email will not be considered.
When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.
Applications close on: Sunday 10 August 2025, 11pm, NZST.
If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact sarah.zagarelos@corrections.govt.nz or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.