Solutions Architect - applications

About Transpower Transpower is the owner and operator of the National Grid. At the heart of the electricity sector, we transport high voltage electricity from where it is generated to large electricity users and the distribution businesses that deliver it to homes and businesses nationwide. Our core purpose is to empower the energy future for New Zealand – a future that delivers a net‑zero carbon economy and a reliable and secure electricity system. About the Team Our Application Services team in our award‑winning ICT division helps ensure that electricity is delivered to all New Zealanders 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by maintaining and evolving complex critical IT systems. The business domain we work within offers new and interesting challenges and the work we do matters – electricity is critical to our economy, our health system and the wellbeing of our citizens! We are rapidly changing, using new technologies to engineer modern web and mobile applications, intelligent AI/ML embedded automation to streamline workflows and functions, adopting open‑source software and DevOps methodologies to accelerate product delivery. About the Opportunity As a senior member of our team, you’ll provide Solution Architecture and technical leadership to project delivery of IT solutions to business problems. Your focus will be on developing and enhancing custom solutions using modern technologies, open‑source software and reusable frameworks. As a Solution Architect you will lead the selection, evaluation and implementation of Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) and Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions to supplement internally developed functionality. You will support Principal Architect roles in strategy, architecture and delivery, creating and maintaining the Transpower ICT Portfolio Plans and Roadmaps. Information Services and Technology (IST) Solution Architectures enable fit‑for‑purpose IST information and technology solutions to be acquired, built and operated to meet business requirements economically. Responsibilities Lead the technical delivery of architecturally significant and complex projects, ensuring end‑to‑end ownership of technical solutions. Drive technology and innovative business solutions to deliver great enterprise outcomes. Work across multiple projects while leading individual projects. Design and evaluate solution architecture, integration, platform, security, network and infrastructure components. Qualifications Significant experience in solution architecture, design, development and integration of enterprise‑scale applications Hands‑on development experience with modern technologies Experience and understanding of application, data, integration, platform, security, network and infrastructure architectures and technologies Experience in options analysis and selection through a commercial procurement exercise (RFI/RFPs), including implementing and handling customisation of commercial‑off‑the‑shelf solutions Experience in DevOps environments and designing for operations Flexibility and adaptability to work in a changing environment and provide assistance where needed Benefits Employee wellbeing is prioritised with a range of health and wellness benefits. We work in the office or on‑site for a minimum of three days each week, which helps us build and maintain relationships, support learning, deliver outcomes and sustain our culture. This approach offers staff flexibility in start and finish times. Next Steps If you are ready to join a fun, collaborative and results‑focused Applications Services team who enjoy a varied and fully funded programme of work, please review the detailed position description or via our website and apply. The role closes Thursday 16th July 2026. However, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and exploratory conversations/interviews may be scheduled for shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date. Unrestricted New Zealand work eligibility is required. #J-18808-Ljbffr