Integration Architect

The Ministry acts in the world to build a safer, more prosperous and more sustainable future for New Zealanders.
Kia hangai ake e te Manatu he ao-haumaru, ao-tonui, ao-pumau, ki te oranga tonutanga mo Aotearoa whanui.
- Lead and develop the Integration domain architecture strategy and roadmap
- Collaborate internally and externally in order to ensure solutions are aligned to organisational needs
- Wellington based.

Be a key part of defining integration architecture, roadmaps and solutions for MFAT.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
In this role, you will be responsible for producing and implementing Integration architecture roadmaps, patterns and building blocks aligning to the MFAT Digital strategy. In addition you will:

- Develop and maintain the Integration architecture domain, including current state and future state roadmaps.
- Develop and maintain Integration Architecture patterns, standards, blueprints, and health of the domain.
- Liaise with and lead relationships and initiatives with internal and external stakeholders on the Integration domain direction.
- Provide strategic analysis of, and advice on, emerging trends, and opportunities for the MFAT Integration landscape.

For more detail you can view a copy of the position description here.
The full salary range for this role is $124,674 to $168,676 total remuneration, inclusive of our 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution. We expect to appoint within this range depending on your level of experience.
Mā‎ wai te mahi nei? - Who are we looking for?
We’d like to hear from you if you are an experienced architect with the following skills and experience:

- A tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Technology, or related discipline
- Experience in designing on-premises, hybrid, and cloud to cloud solutions.
- At least five years’ experience in designing solutions for complex business and technical environments in a senior technical role such as technical lead, team lead, architect, or any other hands on leadership role
- Deep understanding of Integration methods, patterns, standards, schemas and protocols (REST, SOAP, JSON, XML etc).
- Experience designing Microsoft Azure and legacy integration services (e.g. Logic Apps, Service Bus, Event hub/Event Grid, API Management, Application and Data gateways, Data Factory, Synapse and BizTalk, SSIS etc)
- Experience with Service Orientated Architecture and Micro Services patterns

Ideally you will also have a good understanding of tikanga (Māori customs and protocols), with the ability to weave te ao Māori (the Māori worldview) into your work. If you are just starting on this journey that’s OK too - as long as you have a willingness to learn and a desire to develop your cultural capability. As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, this is important to us and we offer training and support.
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
To be considered for this position at Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade you must be a NZ citizen.
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Applications close at midnight on Friday, 20th September 2024.
**Please note**: This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role. This is a ‘Corporate’ role (known here as a Specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ.