Technical Architect

Apply now Job no: WWREQ Employment type: Full Time Location: Perth Categories: Architecture, Networks & Systems Administration About The Role We're expanding our Cloud Architecture capability and are seeking a skilled Cloud Technical Architect to play a pivotal role in designing and delivering innovative cloud solutions for one of our major government customers. Working across Azure, identity platforms, and hybrid infrastructure, you'll shape secure, scalable, and cost-efficient architectures while supporting delivery teams in bringing these solutions to life. You'll work closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements, translate them into technical designs, prepare documentation, and guide implementation. This role will see you navigating complex cloud environments, contributing to governance frameworks, and ensuring that solutions align with security, performance, and compliance standards. Responsibilities Designing end-to-end cloud, identity, and infrastructure solutions using Microsoft Azure. Developing solution architectures, technical design documents, and implementation roadmaps. Building proof-of-concepts to demonstrate emerging design options and viability. Providing technical leadership and guidance to delivery teams during solution deployment. Collaborating with stakeholders to align technology solutions to business needs. Supporting troubleshooting and resolution of complex technical issues. Ensuring compliance with governance, security controls, and cost optimisation frameworks. Contributing to infrastructure-as-code standards using ARM, Bicep, and Azure DevOps pipelines. What you'll bring to the table Proven experience delivering cloud solutions using Azure Serverless Services, App Services, API Management, Virtual Networks, Storage Accounts, Azure Policy, Logic Apps, and Azure DevOps. Strong knowledge of Entra ID, Azure AD B2C, identity and access management, and role-based security models. Expertise in hybrid environments including on-premises technologies (VMware) and cloud integration. Experience with governance, cost optimisation, and implementing security controls in cloud environments. Proficiency with infrastructure-as-code (ARM and Bicep), along with PowerShell scripting and Python automation. Strong working knowledge of Windows Server, Microsoft 365 (Exchange, Teams, SharePoint / OneDrive, Power Platform). Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders and articulate technical concepts clearly. Must be able to obtain a security clearance. Having a current and active baseline or NV1 security clearance is highly desirable. About Kinetic IT Kinetic IT is a leading Australian IT services provider specialising in Intelligent Workplace, Cloud, Cyber Security, Digital Infrastructure and IT Service Management. We are unlocking the potential of technology to enrich lives of Australian communities. For more than 25 years, we've partnered with some of Australia's most important organisations, helping them deliver essential services relied upon by our communities including government, critical infrastructure, education, law enforcement, defence, emergency services, utilities, and transport. Be You, Create the Future At Kinetic IT, we're driven by a shared passion for technology, customer success, and community impact. With over 1,500 talented people working across Australia, we deliver world-class capabilities with a local touch – helping shape the future of tech, here and beyond. We value individuality and foster an inclusive culture where you're safe to be your best, real self. We tackle challenges together, celebrate success together, and make sure everyone feels valued, supported, and proud of the work they do. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome people of all abilities, backgrounds, cultures, and genders. We're proud to be an Indigenous and Veteran-friendly employer. The Kinetic IT Difference Growth-focused culture – Formal training, mentoring, vendor exam support, communities of practice and regular development reviews. Advance your career – Access new roles via our internal 'Opportunity Marketplace' careers hub. Flex your work – Hybrid options, flexible hours, mobility and part-time roles (customer needs permitting) and a variety of leave options (including paid parental leave and purchased leave) to suit your needs Celebrate together – Social events, cultural celebrations, end-of-year functions, DEI belonging events and more. Wellbeing matters – Health and wellness resources and events, free skin and health checks, free flu shots, tailored leave and support options, free and confidential EAP and access to Fitness Passport. Advertised : 01 Dec W. Australia Standard Time Applications close : 26 Jan W. Australia Standard Time #J- Ljbffr #J-18808-Ljbffr