Application Architect, Centurion

Location: Centurion (Onsite)
Contract Duration: 18 Months
Start: IMMEDIATE

Overview
We are urgently seeking an experienced Application Architect to support an RFQ response for a high-impact project. This role requires a strong blend of enterprise architecture expertise, solution design, and hands-on experience in hybrid environments.

Key Responsibilities:
Design and develop application architecture solutions across complex, large-scale environments
Implement and apply TOGAF ADM methodologies in architecture development
Define and maintain architecture repositories using tools such as Casewise, Visio, or Sparx Enterprise Architect
Develop hybrid (cloud/on-premises) architectures and integration patterns
Conduct impact assessments, business case development, and options analysis
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide technical leadership and guidance
Ensure solutions align with approved architecture standards and best practices
Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement within architecture frameworks

Minimum Requirements (Non-Negotiable):
Relevant postgraduate degree in Computer Science or equivalent
TOGAF 9 or 10 Certification (mandatory)
Minimum 6 years' experience in:
Application architecture design
Large-scale, multi-technology solution development
Hybrid cloud/on-prem architecture
TOGAF ADM implementation
Minimum 3 years' experience working with:
Casewise
Visio
Sparx Enterprise Architect

Advantageous:
Knowledge of frameworks such as Zachman
Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
Experience across multiple architecture domains in large projects
Ability to guide delivery teams and ensure architectural compliance