Help shape the future of the Western Australia Public Sector.

The Office of Digital Government (DGov) is looking to establish a pool of capable Enterprise Architects that will play a critical role in developing digital infrastructure for state government assets. 

The pool will operate for a period of 12 months, and will be accessed by other Public Sector agencies, where fixed term and/or permanent appointments may be made. By applying for this pool, you agree for your application to be shared amongst multiple Public Sector agencies, including but not limited to the Department of Communities and WA Police.

About Us
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet supports the Premier as head of the Western Australian Government. The Department is a central agency that leads the public sector in providing advice and support to the Premier and Cabinet in their service of the Western Australian Community. We foster a workplace culture based on our core values, Leadership, Connection and Impact. For more information about the Department, please visit our website.

The Digital Transformation and Technology (DTT) division within DGov, leads the Government’s digital reform agenda, including state digital assets, digital identity, cyber security uplift, data sharing, and digital service modernisation.

About the Role
We are seeking experienced Architects to join the public sector.

There is an immediate opportunity within DTT. The successful applicant will be a senior member of the team. Working closely with business stakeholders, project teams, agency ICT leaders and technical specialists, you will provide architectural leadership and expert advice to ensure solutions are scalable, secure, reusable and aligned with enterprise standards.

Reporting to the Director, Architecture Services your work will span major reform initiatives including digital identity, shared platforms, data and interoperability, cyber security and digital service enablement.

As an Architect, you will:

• Develop and maintain solution, application and technology architectures for DGov platforms, products and services.
• Develop and maintain technology roadmaps and architectural artefacts that support strategic planning and investment decisions.
• Provide architectural leadership and advice for major digital initiatives, ensuring alignment with whole-of-government strategies, standards and frameworks.
• Review and assess solution architectures, technical designs and technology proposals from across the WA public sector.
• Contribute to architecture governance processes, including architecture reviews, standards development and design assurance activities.
• Collaborate with agencies, vendors and stakeholders to define architecture requirements and support successful project delivery.
• Produce high-quality architecture documentation, design patterns, standards and technical recommendations.

About You
You are a collaborative and strategic thinker with strong technical architecture skills and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

You will ideally have:

• Experience developing solution, technology or enterprise architectures in complex ICT environments.
• Experience producing roadmaps, reference architectures and architectural governance artefacts.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms, integration patterns, security principles and modern application architectures.
• Experience reviewing and assuring ICT solutions against strategic, business and technical objectives.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills.

A full list of the work-related capabilities (selection criteria) can be found in the job description. Please note we value ability and attitude, over experience. If you have are interested in the opportunity and have willingness to learn and grow into the role we encourage you to apply.

For further job related information
For further information, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Mr David Kitson, Director, Architecture Service on email David.Kitson@dpc.wa.gov.au (not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your application).

Applicants are required to submit:

• A current and detailed resume/Curriculum Vitae outlining your current and previous achievements; and
• A cover letter in no more than 3 pages outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career, in the context of the job description and essential work-related requirements, as described in this advert and the associated JDF.

Suitable applicants will be required to provide:

• Proof of identity 100-point check (details will be advised after selection).
• A satisfactory National Police Certificate issued by the Western Australia Police.

Equity and Diversity
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments) at the time of application.

How to Apply
Click ‘Apply for Job' at the bottom of this advertisement to submit your application.

If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056, in the first instance. For information about the process you can contact People Services at peopleservices@dpc.wa.gov.au .

Applications are to be received no later than 4:00 pm, Wednesday 9 September 2026.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application as late and pro-forma applications will not be accepted.

Subsequent vacancies:
Applicants who are found suitable in this process, may be considered for similar vacancies that arise within the department, in accordance with the relevant Commissioner’s Instructions