Development Architect Parow East

The Foschini Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail group in South Africa seeks an experienced Software Architect to design and implement reliable software solutions. You will collaborate with stakeholders, drive innovation, and lead architectural guidelines. The ideal candidate has over 5 years in software development, with a focus on architecture, and a strong understanding of design patterns. This role offers the opportunity to impact the development processes significantly while working in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software development.
• At least 3 years in a development architect or similar role.
• Proven track record of designing complex software architectures.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements.
• Design and implement scalable, reliable architectures.
• Drive innovation by evaluating emerging technologies.
• Lead architectural reviews and provide guidance.
• Identify and mitigate risks in projects.

Skills

Software architecture principles

Communication skills

Leadership abilities

Strategic thinking

Education

Relevant IT qualification

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into architectural solutions.
• Design and implement scalable, reliable, and high-performance software architectures.
• Drive innovation by evaluating emerging technologies and recommending solutions that align with business goals.
• Lead architectural reviews and provide guidance to development teams to ensure adherence to best practices.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with software development projects.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to continuously improve TFG's software development processes.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A Relevant IT qualification, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a development architect or similar role.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing complex software architectures for enterprise-scale applications, utilizing modern technologies and design patterns.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong leadership abilities, with a demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
• Proven ability to think strategically, anticipate future trends, and develop innovative solutions to address business challenges.

Behaviours:

• Readily takes on new challenges and opportunities with a sense of urgency and eagerness.
• Conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner.
• Confronts and tackles challenging situations with courage.
• Consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions.
• Takes accountability and ensures others are held to