Solutions Architect, Cape Town

In this Solutions Architect role, you'll be providing technical consultancy and code architecture services to diverse technical and operational teams in Vista, to ensure the ongoing technical quality and longevity of the Vista software suite and the success of Vista Group’s offerings.

Working with the Principal Architect (Solutions and Integrations), Global Head of Platform and Architecture, the Architecture team and Engineering teams, to develop, refine and implement the technical and architectural strategies for Vista software and services. The role will provide technical research and software design services to Teams as required, including proactively creating and reviewing solution designs and technical implementation details, and recommending improvements that ensure Vista software and services advance in line with our technical strategy.

In addition to providing general mentoring and technical guidance to Engineers, Operations Staff and Technical Experts, the role may include working within teams on a project basis, creating solutions and implementing positive and meaningful solutions across Vista’s product and service estate.

About the role

Strategy

Work with the Principal Architect (Platform), Global Head of Platform and Architecture, Architecture team members, and key subject matter experts to develop and refine strategic technical goals and strategy documentation for Vista software and servicesMonitor external and internal information sources to identify new technology options relevant to Vista software and servicesResearch new technology options where appropriate and communicate findings to Vista stakeholdersAssist the Global Head of Platform and Architecture to communicate technical strategy to all relevant stakeholdersProactively monitor solution designs and technical implementation details across multiple development teams to ensure development efforts are adhering to our strategic goals

Guidance and Mentoring

Provide technical mentoring and guidance to all teams as required including architecture, solution design and review servicesEnsure the teams are aware of our strategic technical goals and are working collaboratively to achieve theseWork with the Principal Architect (Platform), Global Head of Platform and Architecture, Platform Ops, Software Architects, and the Engineering Teams, to promote technical excellenceFacilitate regular collaborative sessions with teams to ensure ongoing technical improvements to our core software modules and frameworks

Engineering and Delivery

Develop proof of concept to prove key elements of solution design will deliver all the aspects we wish toWork alongside engineering teams to build key platform and customer deliverablesHelp manage key engineering projects to delivery

Operations

Help define operational state and runbooks for production and test systemsWork with engineering teams as required on high priority issue identification and remediationCollaborate closely with Platform Services and Customer Success teams to understand internal operational issues and customer‑reported pain points, and design technical solutions to address them

Other

Assist the Principal Architect and Global Head of Platform and Architecture to document and maintain internal development resources and best practice guidanceWork collaboratively with architects, engineers, and key stakeholders distributed across New Zealand, United States, and United Kingdom time zones, ensuring effective communication, alignment, and decision‑making across regionsPerform interviews for new Architecture and Engineering staff as requiredComplete other tasks as directed by the Principal Architect, Global Head of Platform and Architecture and Senior Architect(s) acting as support and stand-in as required

Requirements

About you

Significant relevant industry experienceExperience designing and implementing high quality, complex software applicationsPrior experience developing with C# and .Net, ideally at Principal Engineer levelFamiliarity with Azure or AWS platformsProficiency working with containers and KubernetesExperience with CI/CD tools such as AzureDevOps and OctopusProven experience designing large-scale, high-performance, and reliable software systemsAn excellent understanding of modern software engineering techniques, practices and patterns and their application in real world software scenariosPragmatic, results driven software and solution expertProven experience effectively managing varied workloads and meeting deadlines

For this particular role, we are currently only considering applicants with the right to live and work in South Africa without the need for employer sponsorship.

About Vista

Vista is a world-leading company that makes software for the cinema industry. Started in Auckland, New Zealand, over 25 years ago, we now serve cinemas, film distributors, and moviegoers worldwide.

Our HQ is in the City Works Depot in Auckland. We have offices and subsidiary companies in Sydney, Los Angeles, London, Amsterdam, Cape Town, Shanghai, Mexico City, and Kuala Lumpur. We use the latest technologies and offer a fun, agile and collaborative environment. We continue to innovate and build our reputation as one of the best Kiwi tech companies to work for.

Shared Standards

Our Shared Standards act as a compass for how we work together and reflect the behaviours we value at Vista Group. The way in which each member of our crew embodies these Shared Standards is an indicator for performance and success, as it aligns with our vision and strategy.

One Crew

We're a diverse team, in different places and functions, and we're at our best when we connect, help and collaborate

Shine a Light

We communicate openly, we explain the why, and we ask when we don't understand. We don't leave people in the dark

Make it Happen

We make good things happen as people and as teams through our focus on delivery

Chase Great

We challenge ourselves and each other to keep improving

Benefits

You will be supported to continually learn and improve your tech skills, share knowledge and ideas in the team, and be part of a dynamic and open culture.

We have a range of benefits that include:

Rest & Relax Fridays - Finish at lunch time on Friday but get paid for the full dayAnnual volunteer dayCompulsory Defined Contribution Company Pension Scheme Medical Insurance / Medical Aid (after qualifying period) Employee Assistance Programme ServicePaid Sick leave5 days bereavement leave per yearOn-Site Breakfast Bar

If this sounds like you, get in touch to find out more

We value inclusivity celebrate diversity and are committed to offering equal opportunity to our staff and candidates — regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, marital status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, religious, ethical beliefs or political opinion. This commitment is reflected in all our employment policies and procedures.