This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.
Explore all careersA Technical Architect manages IT systems, leads projects, trains staff, adapts skills, and ensures timely completion of tasks within deadlines.
In Australia, a full time Technical Architect generally earns $2,980 per week ($154,960 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
There has been a strong increase in the number of people working in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 30,600 people employed in this sector in Australia and many of them specialise as a Technical Architect. Technical Architects may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re planning a career as a Technical Architect, consider enrolling in a Bachelor of Computer Science. This course will prepare you for a range of IT roles and give you the skills to develop software, apps and algorithms in areas such as ecommerce, networking, security, database systems, artificial intelligence, gaming and mobile technologies.
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