Introduction

Brunel has partnered with a leading technology company on a [permanent or contract] opportunity for a Solution Architect to join an established product engineering team. This role suits a candidate with strong software architecture experience, a solid grounding in functional safety requirements, and the ability to translate business needs into detailed technical designs.

What are you going to do 

The Solution Architect plays a critical role in analysing requirements, designing and delivering solutions that extend and enhance existing systems. They bridge the gap between business needs and technical implementation, ensuring that solutions are efficient, scalable, and aligned with the overall product strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Reference Conceptual Architecture, Unified Product High Level Design and product standards documentation in the creation of solution design to deliver specific product features and capabilities.
  • Ensure all architecture designs conform with functional safety requirements
  • Break down the solution design into clear and actionable work packages for the software architect.
  • Define dependencies and consult with system engineering on product interface requirements to ensure integration between different components.
  • Analyse and understand existing system functionalities and limitations, identifying opportunities for improvement.
  • Provide technical guidance and oversight throughout the development process, including design support to address bugs and defects.
  • Maintain and update solution architecture documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Define integration methods (APIs) for third party interfaces, adhering to product standards.
  • Select and recommend appropriate technologies and frameworks for efficient and standardised implementation.
  • Create detailed system architecture diagrams, including component interactions and data flows.

Essential skills and knowledge

Requirements:

  • Deep understanding of software engineering principles and best practices.
  • Extensive experience in designing and implementing complex software solutions.
  • Proven ability to analyse existing systems and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Strong understanding of system integration concepts and best practices.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, both technical and non-technical.
  • Ability to translate high-level requirements into detailed technical designs.
  • Experience with work package creation and project management methodologies.
  • Proficiency in C++, C#, RabbitMQ, Kubernetes or relevant technologies.
  • Understanding of control theory, functional safety, safety in design, and security in design, are highly desirable.

What we offer 

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

How to apply:

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered for this role, please submit your interest using the 'Apply' button. Applying is quick and easy - just make sure you have the following documents ready to go:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter (optional)

Closing: 09 August 2026

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

Welcome to Brunel

Now great times are beginning! With Brunel you have countless opportunities to help shape technological progress. You decide how your career path goes. We support you in every phase of your career. You always have security behind you: Brunel!