Enterprise Solutions Architect

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contract rate

On-site East London office

Travel allowances for site visits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for an experienced Enterprise Solutions Architect role based in East London, Eastern Cape. The contract position focuses on designing comprehensive IT solutions that align with strategic objectives and improve operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will architect systems across business processes, applications, data and infrastructure, lead cross-functional teams, manage vendor relationships and ensure scalable, secure, and cost-effective outcomes for a

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT with a strong focus on enterprise architecture.
• Experience designing solutions for large enterprises, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of business processes and enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF).
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture blueprints and roadmaps.
• Analyze business requirements and design integrated technology solutions.
• Define architectural standards, guidelines and best practices.
• Oversee design and implementation of complex IT projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align IT solutions with business strategy.
• Evaluate and recommend technologies to meet business needs.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure and cost-effective.
• Provide technical leadership to project teams.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

TOGAF framework

Stakeholder management

Cloud integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology

Master's degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a large manufacturing conglomerate, is seeking an experienced Enterprise Solutions Architect for a key project based in East London, Eastern Cape. This is a contract position focused on designing comprehensive IT solutions that align with the company's strategic objectives and enhance operational efficiency. You will be responsible for architecting systems across various domains, including business processes, applications, data, and infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance. The role requires a strategic thinker with a proven ability to analyze complex business problems and translate them into effective technological solutions. You will collaborate closely with business units, IT teams, and external vendors to drive project success. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in enterprise architecture, a strong understanding of business operations, and excellent stakeholder management skills. This is a critical role that will significantly impact the company's technological future and operational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture blueprints and roadmaps.
• Analyze business requirements and design integrated technology solutions.
• Define architectural standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Oversee the design and implementation of complex IT projects.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to ensure alignment between business strategy and IT solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and solutions to meet business needs.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and cost-effective.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams.
• Manage architectural risks and ensure compliance with relevant policies.
• Facilitate architectural review processes and decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in IT, with a significant focus on enterprise architecture.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing solutions for large enterprises, preferably in manufacturing or related sectors.
• Strong understanding of business processes and enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF).
• Expertise in application, data, and infrastructure architecture domains.
• Experience with cloud technologies and their integration into enterprise landscapes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams.
• Experience managing complex IT projects and vendor relationships.
• Ability to work full-time in the East London office.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact enterprise-level projects.
• Exposure to a leading manufacturing organization.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance.
• On-site work environment with state-of-the-art facilities.
• Collaborative team atmosphere in East London.
• Challenging and rewarding project scope.
• Travel allowances for site visits if required.
• Professional development opportunities within the project scope.
• Networking opportunities within the industry.