Enterprise Solutions Architect

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical & retirement benefits

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Life insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Enterprise Solutions Architect for a leading financial services institution in Gauteng. You will shape the architectural vision and roadmap, translating complex business requirements into scalable technology solutions.

The role offers a hybrid work model with in-office collaboration in Tembisa, enabling strategic meetings and team development. Ideal candidate has TOGAF experience, strong governance skills, and a track record in large-scale system

Qualifications

• 10+ years in enterprise IT, 6+ years in an architectural role.
• Experience developing and managing enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF).
• Strong understanding of infrastructure, applications, data, and security.
• Experience with complex system integration and application modernization projects.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern architectural styles (microservices, event-driven).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus.
• Experience in the financial services sector is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to lead architectural governance and design reviews.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture roadmap, ensuring alignment with business strategy and IT initiatives.
• Design and oversee the implementation of integrated technology solutions across various business units.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and architectural patterns to enhance business capabilities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels to gather requirements and define solution designs.
• Ensure architectural integrity, compliance, and adherence to standards across all IT projects.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams throughout the development lifecycle.
• Conduct architectural reviews and impact assessments for proposed changes.
• Identify opportunities for technology rationalization and cost optimization.
• Develop and maintain architectural documentation, including blueprints and standards.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry best practices in enterprise architecture.

Skills

Enterprise Architecture

TOGAF

Cloud/EaaS architectures

Microservices & event-driven

Stakeholder management

Governance & design reviews

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

TOGAF

Cloud Platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading financial services institution based in Tembisa, Gauteng , is seeking an experienced Enterprise Solutions Architect to drive strategic technology initiatives. This role is crucial in shaping the architectural vision and roadmap for the organisation's diverse IT landscape. You will be responsible for translating complex business requirements into robust, scalable, and secure technology solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of enterprise architecture principles, business process re-engineering, and a proven track record of successful technology implementations. This position offers a hybrid work model, combining the benefits of remote flexibility with essential in-office collaboration for key strategic meetings and team building in our Tembisa offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture roadmap, ensuring alignment with business strategy and IT initiatives.
• Design and oversee the implementation of integrated technology solutions across various business units.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and architectural patterns to enhance business capabilities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels to gather requirements and define solution designs.
• Ensure architectural integrity, compliance, and adherence to standards across all IT projects.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams throughout the development lifecycle.
• Conduct architectural reviews and impact assessments for proposed changes.
• Identify opportunities for technology rationalization and cost optimization.
• Develop and maintain architectural documentation, including blueprints and standards.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry best practices in enterprise architecture.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in enterprise IT, with at least 6 years in an architectural role.
• Proven experience in developing and managing enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF).
• Strong understanding of various IT domains including infrastructure, applications, data, and security.
• Experience with complex system integration and application modernization projects.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern architectural styles (microservices, event-driven).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus.
• Experience in the financial services sector is a plus.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to lead architectural governance and design reviews.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive remuneration package, including an attractive annual bonus and comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• We provide opportunities for continuous professional development through training, certificates, and conference attendance.
• The hybrid work model in Tembisa ensures a balance between flexibility and collaboration.
• You will work in a stimulating environment with a focus on innovation and professional growth, alongside a team of dedicated experts.
• Additional benefits include life insurance and access to wellness programs.