Solutions Architect

About Us

At WA Primary Health Alliance (WAPHA) we are dedicated to transforming and sustaining primary health care across Western Australia. As one of the 31 Primary Health Networks (PHNs) in Australia we proudly manage three PHNs guided by our2023 - 2026Strategic Plan. Since our establishment in 2015 weve been committed to strengthening primary care through innovative partnerships and a one health system approach ensuring better access to services and improved health outcomes.

Our work focuses on:

• Supporting general practices to deliver top-quality patient care.
• Funding local primary health services tailored to community needs.
• Connecting local services to simplify the health care system.
• Leading system-wide reform for long-term impact.

As an organisation that thrives in a dynamic environment we embrace change and seek team members who are adaptable and flexible in their approach.

We are proud to be an inclusive organisation welcoming applicants from all backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples LGBTIQA individuals people from diverse cultures and people living with disabilities.

Learn more about our values and what its like to work with us by watching the above video or at The role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Solution Architect to join our Digital Planning & Architecture this role you will provide expert guidance on the development and modification of solution components ensuring alignment with architectural strategies policies standards and practices. You will design robust scalable and secure cloud/solution architectures tailored to the Australian healthcare industrys unique needs and regulatory requirements.

Employment Type: Fulltime Maximum term contract for 2 years

Location: WAPHA Head Office Level 2 1 Hood Street Subiaco (Hybrid role)

Salary: Band 6 ($140k Plus 12% Superannuation)

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Develop and document solution architectures that meet business and technical requirements.
• Ensure architectural designs are robust scalable and secure complying with regulations and standards.
• Create and maintain technical documentation including architecture diagrams and design specifications.
• Review and interpret business requirements specifications (BRS) for alignment with Primary Health Insights (PHI) capabilities.
• Collaborate with business units and stakeholders to refine and align business requirements with strategic goals.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of technology investments for the development of PHI architecture.
• Define and design technology solutions that support business objectives and align with the strategic plan.
• Lead the design and delivery of projects including functional analysis business case development and project execution.
• Develop test and implement technology solutions ensuring they meet specifications and are delivered on time.
• Oversee project execution manage risks and ensure solutions are implemented as planned.
• Provide expert advice on technical aspects of solution development including integration and changes.
• Ensure technical strategies policies standards and practices are correctly applied throughout the development process.
• Maintain expertise in one or more technical areas and share knowledge within the organization.
• Adopt appropriate systems design methods and tools balancing functional and non-functional requirements.
• Conduct impact analysis on major design options making recommendations and managing associated risks.

About you

To be considered for this role candidates must meet the following selection criteria:

Essential experience and education

• Tertiary Qualification in relevant business or technical discipline or equivalent demonstrated experience in a similar role.
• Minimum of 3 years in software architecture design.
• Proven expertise in cloud principles and practices including scalability resiliency security cost automation and management.
• Experience in building and managing enterprise-scale cloud solutions including Cloud Automation (Terraform/Bicep/CloudFormation) and cloud data services.
• Experience with Microservices DevOps network architectures client/server architectures and web architectures.
• Knowledge of Identity & Federation Services (IAM) and secure solution design.
• Demonstrated ability to provide advice and recommendations using appropriate project and change management techniques.
• Proven track record of working collaboratively with stakeholders in a project environment.
• Effective written and oral communication skills capable of explaining complex architectural concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g. Azure/AWS Solution Architect) are highly desirable.

What we offer

• Enjoy a hybrid work model combining the flexibility of working from home with access to our state-of-the-art Subiaco office.
• Were dedicated to your growth with a strong commitment to employee development and professional learning opportunities.
• Take advantage of generous salary packaging with up to $15900 for general living expenses and $2650 for entertainment tax-free each year.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for professional and confidential support when you need it.
• Additional paid parental leave to help balance work and family life.
• Enjoy a paid day off during our Christmas shutdown period.
• Benefit from our $200 annual health and wellbeing reimbursement.
• Unlock thousands of learning opportunities with full access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Study leave options available to support your academic pursuits.
• Option to purchase additional leave for greater work-life balance.
• Access long service leave after 7 years if eligible with a full 13 weeks available after 10 years of continuous service.

To Apply

Please submit your application by clicking the Apply button.

Your application should include your CV. As part of our recruitment process you will be invited to complete an online assessment. This assessment consists of interactive questions designed to give us further insight into your experience and approach. It will simulate scenarios that you may encounter in the role.

Applications close 11:59pm Wednesday 28^th January 2026

WAPHA reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the advertised close date.

If you have any queries please email Please note that applications must be submitted via the link provided applications received by email will not be accepted.

Applicants must hold current unrestricted working rights in Australia to be eligible for this role. Candidates without valid authorisation to work in Australia will not be considered.

Please note that WA Primary Health Alliance is not currently registered with the Department of Home Affairs to sponsor visas.

Successful candidates will be required to provide relevant qualifications along with documentation including a valid visa (if applicable) passport and a National Police Check upon request.