Application Architect

At Ambulance Victoria we are proud to share our commitment to save and improve lives by providing outstanding care for our patients. It is our promise to every patient, and it sits at the heart of everything we do. No matter what corporate or support role you play in delivering our critical services to Victorians, you join a team dedicated to bringing our vision of ‘outstanding emergency health care every time' to life.We are seeking an experienced Application Architect for this permanent, full time position based at Blackburn North with hybrid work options available.About the roleReporting to the Director Enterprise Architecture & Strategy, this role has a strong emphasis on end to end planning and will provide direction and guidance to application projects across internal and external teams and vendors. This position will ensure that the suite of applications in use and the way applications interact will be reliable, efficient, and scalable. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement AV's overall application strategy, considering reusability, security, scalability, and quality
• Identify, publish, and communicate strategic technology standards, frameworks, and principles to be used throughout the organisation to guide integration decisions and leverage efficiency opportunities
• Assist Solution Architects and Project Managers in delivery of application patterns and designs
• Research enterprise architecture best practices and methodologies and use business requirements to identify, evaluate and present alternative design solutions
• Establish continuous improvement and innovation processes working within the financial and resource constraints

About youThe successful candidate will have completion of a postgraduate degree or relevant industry certification with extensive relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and high-level relevant experience (preferably in an IT related discipline). Other requirements include;

• Significant experience in developing Application Architecture in a complex organisation
• Proven demonstrated experience with Enterprise Architecture Frameworks and methodologies such as TOGAF and SAFe
• Breadth of technical experience and knowledge, with depth in two or more of the following areas: CRM, Integration Platforms, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Block-chain
• Excellent analysis, negotiation, communication, and presentation skills, including well-developed written and oral communication skills with proven record of building relationships with senior level stakeholders
• Deep understanding of emerging technologies, with the aptitude and experience to understand business and technology trends and their implications

Working at AVAs a valued member of AV you will enjoy a professional working environment that recognises the importance of work/life balance. We offer salary packaging options, generous personal leave entitlements, accrued days off for full time roles, and other benefits including free on-site parking.We believe our people are our greatest resource and the sustainability of our workforce depends on how well we utilise our people's skills and abilities and whether our staffing reflects the diversity of the Victorian community. If you are ready to be an integral part in bringing our values of Care, Accountable, Respect and Excellence to life at AV, we want to hear from you!Successful applicants will need to have received the mandated COVID-19 vaccinations and be willing to complete pre-employment screening including references, misconduct, and Police Checks.By applying for this position with Ambulance Victoria, you agree to undertake an assessment of any Secondary Employment or outside interests, in line with AV's Secondary Employment procedure. This is required to ensure there is no perceived or actual conflict of interest for AV should you be successful and commence in the role.This position is graded at AV6 under the AV (Management and Administrative Staff) Enterprise Agreement 2021.Hybrid working options are available however it is essential that the successful applicant maintains a presence at our headquarters in line with our Hybrid work model.The Position Description for this role can be found at the AV Careers website .How to applyYour application will form an integral part of the selection process and should be of a high quality including:

• Cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the position
• Current Resume
• Separate document addressing the selection criteria (detailed under ‘Key Selection Criteria' in the position description)

Applications must be submitted by 11.59pm on Tuesday 7 May 2024 by clicking ‘apply'. Applications must be submitted via the AV Careers website to be considered. Emailed applications will not be accepted.Refer to the ‘Applying for a position with Ambulance Victoria' document for further information. For any queries, please email or contact us on 03 9840 3653.At all levels of our organisation, a diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to deliver Best Care to the Victorian community, and helps create a healthier, more productive workplace for our people.