Solution Architect, Pretoria

To design technology solutions for the organisation by defining integrated solution architectures that are aligned with IT strategies and architectures to meet and support the organisation's goals.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Solution Architecture: Define and design architecture solutions that encompass all architecture domains outlining solutions in line with business requirements, enterprise architecture principles, and ICT standards to ensure standardisation and risk management. Review and ensure solution architecture designs provide seamless integration, scalability, and security in accordance with the prescribed enterprise architecture. Update and maintain the architecture repository with all architecture artifacts as part of architecture implementation governance.
• Project planning and implementation: Contribute to the development and/or evaluation of Terms of Reference documents to assist business and ICT teams during RFI and RFP process. Take accountability for the end-to-end delivery of solution/applications/systems and ensure alignment to the approved architecture.
• Stakeholder Management: Work closely with ICT and business stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that the solution meets the agreed upon requirements.
• Budget and Resource Management: Work within budget constraints and manage resources efficiently.
• Communication and Collaboration: Have good communication and collaboration skills to effectively work with the various teams and stakeholders.

Education, Skills and Experience

• Relevant postgraduate degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• TOGAF Certification is a requirement. Knowledge of other frameworks (e.g., Zachman) would be an advantage.
• Minimum ten (10) years experience working in development and integration of large-scale solutions involving multiple technologies, functions, and interfaces across in-house and vendor supplied system.
• In-depth understanding of multiple technology domains and expertise in at least one, including experience with software development, databases, networks, and infrastructure.
• Expert understanding of cloud architectures and components with a focus on Azure.
• Minimum ten (10) years experience with best practices and design patterns when designing distributed systems, systems integrations and microservices.
• Minimum three (3) years experience in Enterprise Architecture tools like Case wise, Visio, Sparx Enterprise Architect.
• Solid knowledge in creating architecture for all domains in one or more of the following areas: Database architecture, Big Data, Machine Learning, Business Intelligence, Data Governance, No-SQL databases, Advanced Analytics, AI, Data Mining, ETL for cloud and/or on-premises environments
• Should you meet the above requirements, please upload your CV to our website . [CVS VIA EMAIL WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED]

All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Our client applies the principles of employment equity as per National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements.

Candidates will be required to go through a background and vetting process. The full job spec will be shared with short-listed candidates

Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful