Software Architect

About TCS:

Join Tata Consultancy Services, Asia Pacific and be part of an organization committed to sustainable development for our future. TCS follows the Tata group philosophy of building sustainable businesses that are rooted in the community and demonstrate care for the environment. Our unique values position us to combine a purpose-driven worldview with digital innovation, collaborating with customers, communities and governments to lead and shape innovative solutions for a sustainable future. TCS has been carbon neutral in its operations across 11 countries, 12 delivery centres and 18 offices in Asia Pacific since 2022. This is only the initial stage in TCS’ journey as we strive to achieve long-term net zero emissions by 2030.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

Architectural Design & Planning

• Enterprise Alignment: Understand, uphold, and apply enterprise-level design and architectural principles.
• Requirement Discovery: Facilitate discussions on both functional and non-functional requirements with solutions/software architects.
• Detail Design Documentation: Prepare and maintain comprehensive detailed design documents
• (including sequence diagrams, prototypes, data flow diagrams, and reference architectures).
• Design Governance: Actively engage in, lead, and secure approvals during collaborative design reviews.
• Estimation & Roadmapping: Lead estimation and planning sessions for technical components within an Agile framework.

Development, Delivery & Quality Assurance

• Hands-on Engineering: Perform hands-on development and coding to build reliable, highperformance product code, ensuring 100% unit-test coverage.
• Impediment Resolution: Proactively highlight technical blockers and work collaboratively towards swift resolutions.
• Standard Compliance: Ensure that all software deliverables adhere tightly to quality and security guidelines as mandated by enterprise standards.
• Continuous Feedback & Demo: Regularly demonstrate project deliverables to stakeholders and execute thorough playbacks of requirement and technical understanding.
• Tracking & Statusing: Conduct daily/weekly project tracking and reporting to maintain transparency on progress and milestones.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Conceptual Skills
• Microservices Architecture: Solid understanding of decoupled microservices and service-oriented environments.
• Containerization: Practical experience with containerization concepts and their operational capabilities.
• Messaging & Integration: Strong grasp of service communication paradigms and message queues (MQ).
• Performance Optimization: In-depth understanding of caching patterns and strategies to scale applications.
• Modern API Paradigms: Proficiency in headless API concepts and Event-Driven Architecture (EDA).
• Agile Methodology: Experience executing projects in a highly collaborative, fast-paced Agile environment.

Technical Skills

• Programming & Frameworks: C#, .NET Core, React, and TypeScript.
• Concurrency & Distributed Systems: AKKA Framework.
• API Management: Swagger / Async API, including the concept of Swagger clients.
• Data & Message Brokering: C# coding specifically targeting RabbitMQ and Redis integrations.
• Deployment & Ops: Container orchestration and deployment using Docker and Kubernetes.
• AI Tooling: Advanced usage of modern developer AI toolsets such as Claude Code and Codex for
• efficient programming.
• UI/UX Appreciation: Experience with UI/UX Design concepts, Figma, and wireframing toolsets.

Behavioral Skills

• Strong Articulation: Excellent ability to explain and diagram detailed designs (data flow, sequence,
• etc.) to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Accountability: Clear definition of “Definition of Done” (DoD) and commitment to achieving it.
• Presentation Skills: Strong presence to demonstrate features, playback requirements, and validate alignment with business goals.
• Problem-solving Mentality: Ability to highlight bottlenecks early and bring positive, constructive resolutions to the table.

Top Reasons to Join Our Team at TCS Australia

Attractive compensation & rewards

We offer a highly competitive salary package aligned with the Australian market, complemented by performance-based incentives, recognition programs, and comprehensive employee benefits. Your achievements are celebrated, and your contributions truly matter.

Global exposure with local impact

At TCS, you’ll work with leading Australian enterprises across diverse industries while collaborating with our global network of experts. This means access to world-class practices, transformative technologies, and the chance to shape solutions that have a real impact — locally and globally.

Empowering leadership & supportive environment

Our leadership team is committed to helping you succeed. We encourage initiative, reward innovation, and provide a collaborative environment where your ideas are heard and valued.

Long-term career growth

We believe in careers, not just jobs. With continuous learning, certification support, career mobility, and clear progression pathways, TCS empowers you to grow and evolve — whether you want to deepen your expertise, explore new domains, or take on leadership roles.

Inclusive, collaborative culture

Diversity, inclusion, and respect are central to who we are. At TCS Australia, you’ll join a workplace where collaboration thrives, individuality is valued, and everyone can contribute to meaningful outcomes.

Continuous learning & cutting-edge innovation

We invest heavily in your development, offering structured learning programs, global certifications, leadership development, and opportunities to work with emerging technologies. You’ll be part of an environment that constantly challenges and expands your capabilities.

A Great Fit for the TCS Culture

We’re looking for people who are:

• Passionate about technology and transformation
• Driven by curiosity, innovation, and continuous learning
• Excited to work in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment
• Motivated by delivering real impact for clients, communities, and society

Our core values — Integrity, Excellence, Responsibility, Pioneering Spirit, and Unity — shape how we work and how we grow together.

The TCS Community in Australia and Beyond

• Global strength: Over 600,000+ associates in 55+ countries, united by a shared purpose — to innovate and make a difference.
• Local presence: A trusted partner to Australia’s leading enterprises across financial services, government, retail, healthcare, telecom, and more.
• Social impact: Deeply committed to sustainability, digital inclusion, and community engagement initiatives in Australia and around the world.
• Empowered workplace: We foster a culture where diversity, equity, and accessibility are integral to how we operate.

We don’t just imagine a better future — we help build it.

About TCS

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions. We have partnered with many of the world’s largest organisations to help them transform their businesses, operating models, and technology ecosystems.

Learn more at www.tcs.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

TCS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Note: Compensation details are accurate as of this posting and may be adjusted in line with Australian laws and market conditions. Applicants may be asked to attend interviews in person or via video conference and present valid identification during the process

Thank you for your interest in applying for this position with TCS. We will review your application and will get back to you if we are considering your interest in this opportunity.