Principal Domain Architecture

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About The Position

As a Principal Domain Architecture, you will play a critical role in shaping and governing BHP’s end-to-end technology architecture of complex OT, IT and IT/OT integrated solutions with a strong focus on site-based operational systems and infrastructure for our asset, with designs of organic and sustainable integration to enable safe, secure, and high-value business outcomes. Operating at a strategic level, you will translate enterprise and business objectives into robust technology strategies, roadmaps, and architectural models. You will operate within BHP’s architectural framework and provide expert architectural governance and advisory across complex portfolios, ensuring technology solutions are aligned with BHP standards, future-ready, and deliver measurable value. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong stakeholder influence, and the ability to connect strategy to execution across a large, diverse organization.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in technology and enterprise architecture, including strategy development, governance, portfolio management, and complex system design
• Proven ability to develop and embed architecture standards, guardrails, and governance models in large, complex environments
• Strong capability to translate business strategy into integrated architectural roadmaps and execution plans
• Experience working within formal architecture governance structures, including review panels and design authorities
• Deep understanding of industrial systems, networks, infrastructure, integration, and platforms
• Strong experience influencing senior leaders and building trusted relationships across diverse stakeholder groups
• Highly developed communication, facilitation, and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly and persuasively

Nice To Haves

• Azure or AWS Solutions Architect
• TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework)
• ArchiMate
• Certifications in infrastructure, networking, or platform technologies (e.g., Cisco, VMware)

Responsibilities

• Apply BHP architecture tools and best practices to design, develop, review, and approve architecture guardrails, including standards, patterns, reference architectures, and position papers.
• Develop and align technology strategies, long-term roadmaps, and architectural models with current and future business needs.
• Manage and assess technology service portfolios to identify risks, dependencies, improvement opportunities, and value optimization.
• Provide specialist architectural advisory to senior stakeholders on governance frameworks, standards, and complex design decisions.
• Translate corporate objectives into actionable plans, track implementation progress, and report outcomes to support strategic delivery.
• Lead the evaluation, selection, and design of technology solutions, working closely with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure fit-for-purpose outcomes.
• Identify, engage, and manage diverse internal and external stakeholders, facilitating workshops and presentations that influence and align.
• Define value drivers, frame opportunities, and assess investment viability to support informed decision-making.
• Champion safety, customer value, and waste reduction, striving for 100% safety, 100% customer value, and 0% waste.

Benefits

• Professional Development: Continuous learning and real opportunities for growth.
• Compensation: Fair and competitive, reflecting your role, skills, and achievements.
• Inclusive Culture: We foster a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and free to express their authentic identity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Education Level: No Education Listed