Senior Enterprise Solutions Architect

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Medical coverage

Retirement fund

Generous annual leave

Hybrid work model

Training & conferences

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a leading renewable energy company to hire a Senior Enterprise Solutions Architect. The role centers on designing and guiding enterprise IT solutions that support energy management, logistics, and data analytics, with a hybrid work setup and regular collaboration at the Upington offices.

You will work with business and technical teams to ensure scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in CS, IT, or related field.
• 8+ years of IT architecture, design, and systems integration.
• Experience with enterprise-level solutions in energy/industrial sectors.
• Knowledge of microservices, SOA, and design patterns.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and on‑prem infrastructure.
• Familiarity with data management, analytics, and IoT.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end enterprise solutions integrating diverse systems.
• Create architectural blueprints, standards, and guidelines.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Evaluate technologies, platforms, and vendors to meet needs.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, reliable, and cost-efficient.
• Provide technical leadership to project teams through lifecycle.
• Lead architectural reviews and enforce principles.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation.
• Manage architectural risks and dependencies on major programs.
• Stay informed on energy sector trends and technologies.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Stakeholder management

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Microservices/SOA design

Data analytics / IoT familiarity

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science / Information Technology

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in the renewable energy sector operating in the vast landscapes around Upington, Northern Cape, is seeking a seasoned Senior Enterprise Solutions Architect. This role is critical for designing and guiding the implementation of enterprise-wide IT solutions that support our client's complex operational needs, including energy management, logistics, and data analytics. You will work closely with business stakeholders and technical teams to ensure that IT solutions are aligned with strategic objectives, scalable, and robust. The position involves a hybrid work arrangement, offering flexibility while ensuring regular collaboration at our Upington offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect end-to-end enterprise solutions that integrate various business applications and systems.
• Develop architectural blueprints, standards, and guidelines for enterprise IT systems.
• Collaborate with business units to understand requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend technologies, platforms, and vendors to meet business needs.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, reliable, and cost-effective.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams throughout the solution lifecycle.
• Facilitate architectural review sessions and ensure adherence to architectural principles.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and technology innovation within the enterprise.
• Manage architectural risks and dependencies for large-scale projects.
• Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to the energy sector.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT architecture, solution design, and systems integration.
• Proven experience in architecting and implementing complex enterprise-level solutions, preferably in the energy or industrial sectors.
• Strong understanding of various architectural styles (e.g., microservices, SOA) and design patterns.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and on-premises infrastructure.
• Knowledge of enterprise application integration (EAI) patterns and technologies.
• Familiarity with data management, analytics, and IoT technologies is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to balance strategic vision with practical implementation.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and performance bonus structure.
• Employees receive comprehensive medical coverage, a retirement fund, and generous annual leave.
• The hybrid work model provides a blend of remote flexibility and in-office collaboration at our Upington base.
• We are committed to employee development, offering opportunities for advanced training, certifications, and attendance at relevant industry conferences.
• Additional benefits include life insurance, wellness programs, and a dynamic work environment contributing to sustainable energy solutions.