Job Description

At Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG) our purpose is to ‘open up the world for those who want to see’. Every day, we give people all around the world the opportunity to experience something really amazing – travel! 
As the solutions architect within the Enterprise Architecture team you’ll be the person who organises the solution design of a system-of-systems solution. You’ll be responsible for the development of the overall vision that underlies the projected solution and transforms that vision through execution into the solution. 
You will be a master of various hardware platforms including infrastructure solutions, distributed platforms, data platforms, application platforms, integration platforms, desktop and server operating systems and mobile devices.   Working very closely with domain architecture and business stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of solutions, linking  the needs between the organisation, developers, and technical engineers. 
Working as part of a team of architects who look at enterprise architecture, technical architecture and security architecture. All architects work closely with key stakeholders from the business to ensure that the needs of the business are being met by the architecture teams. 
If you are an expert in a broad range of technology systems and services and have hands-on experience in designing solutions across several disciplines, please apply!
 
The role in a nutshell:
 
Communicate and consult with clients and internal stakeholders to develop appropriate solutions
Evaluate solution options, recommend preferred solutions, and present findings to stakeholders
Design architectural solutions that meet our complex business needs and are aligned to strategy, architectural and product roadmaps
Produce and maintain the solution’s architecture and design documents
Provide support and hands on effort during the implementation of the solution
Review and recommend changes to existing solutions as required
Make architectural decisions and set the standards and best practices for the software engineering discipline
Software designs of major software components, systems, and features including analysis, research, design, and documentation that fulfil business requirements
 
We’d love to hear from you if you have:
 
3+ years’ experience as a solution and software architect
Extensive background in end-to-end solution architecture
Strong knowledge in software engineering with experience working with cross-functional teams in designing and delivering end-to-end solution architecture
Involvement in system integration solution design and delivery
Experience with data architecture, data platforms, tools, and data design concepts
Strong knowledge of architecture patterns
Strong collaboration and communication skills in a multi-disciplined team environment
 
Let’s skip to the good part…  
  
Flexible work environment (Hybrid), work from home or our Global Head Office in Southbank, Brisbane 
Ongoing training and professional development 
Travel discounts and deals bookable through our internal team of travel agents, Travelwise  
Discounted financial and health services through our Moneywise and Healthwise businesses 
Global career opportunities in a network of brands and businesses 
 
What’s in it for you:
 
Our global head office is located conveniently in the heart of Southbank, with sweeping city and river views. We focus on growing and transforming our business to meet changing customer needs and we’re driven by a culture that puts our customers and team first.
As an inclusive, team-first company, our people are at the core of everything we do.
We value flexibility and encourage our team members to work in ways that meet their work/life commitments and support their wellbeing.