Domain Architect

Domain Architect – Cloud Join to apply for the Domain Architect - Cloud role at Optus Optus is an Australian telecommunications company delivering more than 11 million services to customers daily across mobile, broadband, and digital solutions. We seek a Domain Architect to join our Cloud & Infrastructure Engineering team and lead the design and delivery of scalable, secure, and future‑ready network solutions in the Cloud domain. The role reports to the Associate Director of Cloud & Infrastructure Engineering and collaborates with cross‑functional teams to align network architecture with strategic objectives, governance, and operational risk frameworks. What You’ll Be Doing Develop and align long‑term network strategies within the Cloud domain to support organisational goals and growth plans. Define and enforce network policies, standards and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practices. Lead and mentor platform owners, provide architectural guidance, and ensure timely delivery of major projects and deployments. Design, implement and maintain scalable, high‑performance network infrastructures; deliver best‑of‑breed solutions for new products. Communicate technical concepts clearly to management and customers, present plans, progress reports and proposals effectively. Contribute to security strategy workshops, oversee implementation of security measures and develop risk mitigation strategies. Collaborate with vendors to evaluate emerging technologies, enhance networking capabilities and select optimal equipment and services. What Makes You Perfect for the Role Degree in IT, Telecommunications Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent). 10+ years’ experience with comprehensive knowledge of mobile data networks, telecom networking, carrier‑grade systems and Cloud technologies, with at least 7 years working with Cloud platforms, technologies and protocols. Skilled in translating strategic plans into practical solutions, leading multi‑disciplinary teams and driving change initiatives. Strong ability to resolve complex technology/business issues, optimise network performance and implement innovative engineering solutions. Hands‑on experience in carrier design requirements, fixed/mobile network product development, FMC implementation and new technology introduction. Self‑driven in upskilling across multiple disciplines and staying ahead of emerging technologies and market trends. Benefits Competitive remuneration and employee discounts (e.g. $80 monthly credit and 25% off Optus products). Flexible working arrangements – 3 days in office, 2 days remote or home. Vibrant and collaborative office campus with cafes, convenience store, chill‑out zones, GP, post‑office, gym and on‑site childcare centre. Competitive leave policies, including additional ‘Connected’ days for culture, family, health, community or personal focus. Inclusive, carer‑neutral paid parental leave up to 16 weeks. Direct development opportunities with Optus U’s industry‑focused micro‑credentials (La Trobe and Macquarie Universities). Employee‑led networks and diversity initiatives (Culture Connect, Elevate Women, Disability Network, Express Yourself). Free access to counselling and support services – 24/7, in‑person, by phone, SMS or video. At Optus, we are strengthened by others and value diversity. We are committed to ensuring that our application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals from diverse gender, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, individuals with a disability, individuals identifying as part of the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals who may have served in the armed forces or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also aim to make our recruitment process inclusive. If you require adjustments or accessibility support to participate fairly and equitably in the recruitment process, please email or call 1800 309 170. We’ll respond within 48 hours. For more information on Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at Optus, please visit . #J-18808-Ljbffr