Head of Solutions, Architecture and Implementation

Ad Talent; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services company is seeking a Head of Solutions, Architecture and Implementations. This role requires 10+ years of experience in IT architecture and project management, along with expertise in cloud solutions and automation tools. The successful candidate will turn technology strategy into scalable solutions and lead delivery across multiple platforms. Excellent vendor management skills are essential. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in IT architecture, implementation, or service delivery.
• Proven experience leading large complex technology and multi-vendor projects.
• Strong technical background in cloud, AIOps, automation and observability tools.

Responsibilities

• Turn the CTO’s technology strategy into practical solutions.
• Design and implement enterprise architectures.
• Lead solution delivery and integrate with multiple vendors.

Skills

IT architecture

Project management

Cloud platforms

Automation

Observability tools

Tools

ScienceLogic SL1

ServiceNow

OpenTelemetry

Prometheus

Job description

Who we are

A leading technology services company specialising in infrastructure, platform and application operations. We help clients achieve secure, scalable and high-performing digital environments through our AIOps Evolution Framework.

Position

Head of Solutions, Architecture and Implementations

Responsibilities

• Turn the CTO’s technology strategy into practical, scalable solutions
• Design and implement enterprise architectures across cloud, hybrid and on-prem environments
• Lead solution delivery and integrations with multiple vendors and technology platforms
• Ensure all solutions meet governance and compliance standards (ITIL, ISO, POPIA, etc.)
• Align solutions with the business service delivery and ITSM frameworks.
• Drive automation using DevOps, CI / CD and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices
• Introduce AI-driven automation, advanced monitoring and observability tools
• Manage risks, security and data protection across all implementations
• Oversee vendor relationships and ensure performance and delivery standards are met
• Measure and report on solution performance and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in IT architecture, implementation, or service delivery
• Proven experience leading large complex technology and multi-vendor projects
• Strong technical background in cloud, AIOps, automation and observability tools
• Hands-on knowledge of platforms like ScienceLogic SL1, ServiceNow, OpenTelemetry and Prometheus
• Excellent leadership, governance and vendor management skills