Dynamics 365 Solutions Architect (Customer Engagement)

H2R Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in digital business solutions is seeking a Dynamics 365 Solutions Architect. This role involves implementing innovative solutions, leading technical teams, and ensuring high-quality deliverables. You will tackle complex problems, mentor team members, and act as a trusted advisor to clients. If you have a strong background in Microsoft Consulting and leadership experience, this is an exciting opportunity to drive impactful projects in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will shape the future of digital solutions.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in Microsoft Consulting environment is essential.
• Hands-on experience in leading technical teams/projects is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain solutions while overseeing multiple projects.
• Conduct design workshops and translate business requirements into technical specifications.

Skills

Technical Problem Solving

Performance Optimization

Project Management

Team Leadership

Communication

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Diploma in Informatics

University degree in Informatics

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Microsoft Office Outlook

Job description

Responsible for the implementation of the design and the testing and maintenance of solutions.

POSITION INFO :

One of our clients in the Digital Business Solutions industry has a 12-month contract vacancy available for a Dynamics 365 Solutions Architect (Customer Engagement) to join their team.

The Solutions Architect is responsible for the implementation of the design and the testing and maintenance of solutions.

Key Responsibilities :

• Deep and extensive working knowledge of solutions within your primary competency
• Produce technical specifications and system architecture diagrams
• Oversee the development of the solution from a best practice IP adoption and the robustness of the solution.
• Assist in solving highly complex technical problems, work with other leaders within the business as needed, and escalate resolution when appropriate.
• Tackle complex problems and advanced coding, including performance optimisation
• Take into account the current and future architectural requirements for the solution
• Conduct code reviews
• Ensure the adoption of the architectural and development standards by the implementation team
• Lead technical resources within the context of a project
• Actively improve the processes and efficiencies of the technical teams
• Act as the trusted technical advisor to the client and project team members
• Conduct relevant workshops
• Conduct design workshops with Business Analysts to ensure the best solution is being implemented
• Translate the BRD into the technical specification
• Actively troubleshoot issues that arise at client sites
• Oversee multiple projects at any one time
• Assure deliverables are at the expected quality
• Develop innovative approaches to delivering more efficiently
• Work with project leadership in the definition of tasks, delivery timeframes, and priorities
• Mentor members of the team
• Drive delivery and task orientation – deliver the required tasks in the expected time frame
• Escalate any issues timeously and clearly
• Ensure delivery of solutions within the allocated project timeframes
• Ensure discrete handling of all business information, particularly where confidential information is concerned
• Communicate with immediate manager, People Manager, other company department heads and employees, co-workers, clients, and other individuals to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, resolve problems or give/receive advice/direction
• Administration: maintain an updated Microsoft Office Outlook calendar; completion of any required administration timeously (e.g., response on performance reviews): weekly timesheets, etc.
• Travel locally, as required, to conduct the company’s business

Minimum Requirements :

• Matric / Grade 12
• 5-8 Years Practical work experience in relevant competency - Microsoft Consulting environment (Non-negotiable)
• 5-8 years Hands-on experience in leading technical teams/projects - Leadership (Non-negotiable)
• Microsoft certifications Relevant competency (Non-negotiable)
• Diploma Informatics (or similar) - Advantageous
• University degree Informatics (or similar) - Advantageous