Sedgman Pty Limited is a market leader in the design, construction and operation of mineral processing plants for the global resources sector. Our specialised technical expertise, proven track record in Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Management (EPC and EPCM) delivery and our advanced commercial capabilities enable us to provide complete solutions which are valued by our clients. Sedgman Pty Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of CIMIC Group Limited, one of the world’s leading international contractors and the world’s largest contract miner.
About the role
Reporting to the Manager Systems & Innovation, the Senior Solution Architect is responsible for leading the design, development and optimisation of software solutions aligned with Sedgman’s strategic digital roadmap.
You will provide technical leadership across our application landscape, working closely with developers, engineers, and business stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing systems—particularly across IoT, cloud, and data platforms.
This role combines hands-on architecture, technical leadership, and team mentoring, with the opportunity to contribute to enterprise-wide innovation initiatives.
Key responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end solution architecture and design across web, cloud and IoT systems
- Provide technical direction and mentorship to developers and engineers
- Translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions
- Drive Agile and DevOps practices, including CI/CD and test-driven development
- Architect and manage Azure-based platforms, including AKS and application delivery patterns
- Oversee data architecture and observability frameworks (e.g. InfluxDB, Grafana)
- Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and CIMIC group stakeholders
- Contribute to multi-regional data strategy and integration initiatives (including CDIP)
- Promote continuous improvement, coding standards, and best practice engineering
About you
You are an experienced and hands-on solution architect with a strong background in cloud, software engineering and industrial digital systems. You thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy mentoring others while solving complex technical challenges.
Essential:
- Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline
- 5+ years’ experience in software engineering and cloud application development
- 2+ years’ experience working with IoT platforms in industrial environments
- Proven experience leading or supervising development teams
- Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure (including relevant certifications)
- Experience designing and delivering SaaS solutions and multi-tenant architectures
- Strong development background in .NET / C#, TypeScript or similar
- Experience with CI/CD, Agile and DevOps practices
- Solid experience with SQL, REST APIs, and cloud data services
Highly regarded:
- Experience with Azure IoT Hub, App Services, Logic Apps
- Front-end frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue)
- Experience with AKS, Helm, and modern deployment patterns
- Exposure to AI/ML platforms (Azure AI Foundry), Databricks, Power BI
- Knowledge of industrial protocols (MQTT, MODBUS, JSON)
- Experience in OT/industrial networking environments
Why Sedgman?
Sedgman is a leading provider of engineering, procurement, construction and management (EPCM) services in the global resources sector. As part of the CIMIC Group, we deliver innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle.
At Sedgman, you’ll benefit from:
- A strong focus on innovation and digital transformation
- Opportunities to work on cutting-edge industrial technology platforms
- A collaborative and supportive team environment
- Flexible working arrangements with a Brisbane-based team
- Career development across a global organisation
Our values
At Sedgman, safety, integrity, and collaboration are at the core of everything we do. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and expect all employees to uphold our standards across Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) and ethical practices.
Apply now
If you are ready to take the lead in designing innovative digital solutions in a dynamic and growing environment, we encourage you to apply.
Skills Required
- Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline
- 5+ years' experience in software engineering and cloud application development
- 2+ years' experience working with IoT platforms in industrial environments
- Proven experience leading or supervising development teams
- Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure (including relevant certifications)
- Experience designing and delivering SaaS solutions and multi-tenant architectures
- Strong development background in .NET / C#, TypeScript or similar
- Experience with CI/CD, Agile and DevOps practices
- Solid experience with SQL, REST APIs, and cloud data services
What We Do
CIMIC Group is an engineering-led construction, mining, services and infrastructure development leader working across the lifecycle of assets, infrastructure and resources projects. CIMIC Group comprises our construction businesses CPB Contractors, Leighton Asia and Broad, our mining and mineral processing companies Thiess (joint control) and Sedgman, our services specialist UGL, and our development and investment arm Pacific Partnerships – all supported by our in-house engineering consultancy EIC Activities. Our mission is to generate sustainable returns by delivering innovative and competitive solutions for clients and safe, fulfilling careers for our people. With a history since 1899, and around 30,000 people in around 20 countries, we strive to be known for our principles of Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Delivery, underpinned by Safety. CIMIC is a member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Australia Index and FTSE4Good. The principles of Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Delivery underpin CIMIC’s operations. These principles provide a shared language and identity for CIMIC and guide its actions. Each of these principles is underpinned by a continual focus on safety which is fundamental to CIMIC’s operations.
