Brighter Futures Start here As Australia's biggest and most loved retailer, we've been brightening up everyday life for families for over 50 years.
At our stores, distribution centres, and offices in Australia and New Zealand.
Our diverse and inclusive 47,000 strong team come together for a common cause.
Giving families easy access to our on-trend products and incredibly low prices – it's the heart of everything we do.
As a leader in the retail market, we're optimistic about our future and yours.
We're relentless in our pursuit for results, but changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you'll be proud of.
We celebrate your uniqueness and individuality.
Because at Kmart it's not just what you do, it's who you are that makes every day living brighter.
Join the team Kmart are modernising and optimising our end-to-end supply chain systems and operations to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, deliver a safer working environment for our team and faster delivery of products that delight our customers to nearly 500 stores throughout Australia and New Zealand.
We are creating the next generation of retail supply chain technology with a focus across our warehouse management, transport/logistics, inventory optimisation, and demand and forecasting systems.
As a Solution Architect you will support the delivery function by designing, developing and communicating architectural models, processes, tools and standards as they relate to the technology delivery domain.
What you'll be doing: Design and implement scalable, high-performance solutions using Java, Spring Boot, and AWS.
Lead API integration efforts to ensure seamless communication between systems.
Oversee AWS deployment processes, ensuring robust and secure cloud infrastructure.
Develop and manage microservices architecture to enhance system modularity and flexibility and utilize Kafka for efficient data streaming and real-time processing.
Collaborate with the Architecture function and key stakeholders to deliver technological solutions that meet business objectives.
Define and regularly update the future architecture to align with business goals.
Track and limit technical debt to maintain robust and scalable architecture.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams.
Ensure solutions align with industry's best practices and organizational standards.
To be successful in the role you'll have: 3-5 years of experience as a Solution Architect or similar role.
Proven experience in Java, Spring Boot, and AWS.
Strong background in API integration and AWS deployment.
Expertise in microservices architecture and Kafka.
Experience with warehouse management systems or end to end supply chain is highly desirable.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Benefits we'll offer you: Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.
A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Bunnings, and Officeworks.
A free One Pass membership offering free delivery across Kmart, Target & Catch on eligible products.
Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health – with over 60 suppliers! We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why everyone gets the opportunity to participate in a bonus program.
Free onsite parking when you're required to come into the office.
We offer inclusive parental leave and ongoing support offered through our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances.
A dynamic learning and support program.
Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor.
In-house café that serves breakfast, lunch and includes a collaborative space to work in.
Reflection room, space for prayer, meditation, or time for yourself.
Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes.
Regular product sample sales with tonnes of discounted items to purchase.
Wesfarmers is Kmart's parent company and each year eligible employees can elect to purchase shares through a salary sacrifice arrangement.
Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group.
We're here to make everyday living brighter From humble beginnings in Burwood East, Victoria, in 1969, we're now an essential part of 300 communities, and proud of it! From bedding to apparel to kitchenware and beyond.
We're designing and creating the products people reach for every day.
In-store, online, or Click & Collect – getting the products we love into the hands of happy customers is what we aim to do best.
From the remote outback to coastal towns and big cities, and everywhere in-between.
We're progressive in our pursuit to create seamless customer journeys for satisfied shoppers.
A place you can belong At Kmart, we celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate and are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed.
We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe irrespective of your gender, ethnicity, indigeneity, religious beliefs, education, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation and gender identity and we encourage applications from all candidates.
We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to be their best, when applying for a role or working at Kmart.
We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now! We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
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