Full Stack Solution Architect Role

Savageone Pty Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Gauteng seeks a Senior Full Stack Solution Architect to design and implement scalable solutions. You will lead architectural initiatives, mentor teams, and leverage cloud technologies like AWS and Azure. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of experience in the field, with strong skills in microservices, DevOps practices, and excellent communication abilities. Join us in driving innovation and excellence in software solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in designing and implementing software systems.
• Experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of full-stack solutions.
• Collaborate with teams to gather requirements and define specifications.
• Mentor junior architects and developers in best practices.

Skills

Cloud computing platforms

Microservices architecture

DevOps practices

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Relevant certifications

Tools

AWS

Azure

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Summary

Salary: R 40, , (South African Rand).

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Full Stack Solution Architect to join our innovative team.

As a Senior Full Stack Solution Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing end‑to‑end solutions that meet the complex business needs of our organization.

You will leverage your extensive experience in both front‑end and back‑end technologies to architect scalable, secure, and high‑performance systems.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, deep technical expertise, and a passion for driving innovation and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of full‑stack solutions, spanning front‑end, back‑end, and database layers, to address business requirements and technical challenges.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including software developers, product managers, and business stakeholders, to gather requirements, define technical specifications, and translate them into scalable and maintainable architectures.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools to support the development and deployment of robust and efficient solutions.
• Design and implement microservices‑based architectures, API integrations, and distributed systems to enable seamless communication and interoperability between components.
• Architect and implement cloud‑native solutions on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, leveraging services like AWS Lambda, Azure Functions, or Google Cloud Functions.
• Establish best practices, coding standards, and guidelines for software development, ensuring adherence to architectural principles, scalability, security, and performance requirements.
• Mentor and coach junior architects and developers, providing technical guidance, reviewing designs and code, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to automate deployment pipelines, implement infrastructure as code, and ensure the reliability, availability, and scalability of production systems.
• Conduct architectural reviews and assessments, identify areas for optimization and improvement, and drive initiatives to enhance system reliability, performance, and maintainability.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in full‑stack development and architecture, and proactively evaluate their potential impact on our solutions and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert) is a plus.
• Proven experience as a Full Stack Solution Architect, with at least 8 years of hands‑on experience in designing and implementing complex software systems.
• Extensive experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and proficiency in designing and implementing cloud‑native solutions.
• Strong knowledge of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, message brokers (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ), and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Expertise in relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB), data modeling, and database optimization techniques.
• Hands‑on experience with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, configuration management), and familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills, with the ability to analyze trade‑offs between architectural choices and make recommendations based on business priorities and constraints.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with a track record of leading cross‑functional teams, driving architectural initiatives, and delivering successful solutions on time and within budget.