Head of Solutions Architecture: HR

Applicable Limited; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology services provider is seeking a Head of Solution Architect to design HR technology solutions and ensure seamless integration. The role requires strong leadership in architecture, stakeholder collaboration, and knowledge of enterprise methodologies. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in large-scale technology services and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. This position offers a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Seasoned knowledge of multi-vendor service integrations.
• Ability to maintain knowledge of trends in technology domains.
• Experience in integrating solutions for the HR business domain.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end architecture for People & Culture technology solutions.
• Partner with stakeholders to translate HR strategy into IT solutions.
• Ensure HR platforms integrate seamlessly with other systems.

Skills

Architecture Leadership

Stakeholder Collaboration

Solution Design

Technology Integration

Governance and Compliance

Innovation

Vendor Management

Communication Skills

Cross-functional Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, business, or a related field

Certification in Enterprise Architecture methodologies

Safe Scaled Agile certification

Job description

Make an impact with NTT DATA
Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

The Head of Solution Architect – HR bridges the gap between people & culture business objectives and IT functions by leading design and innovation with technology solutions.

This role is crucial in transforming strategies and architectural vision into complex solutions that address People & Culture needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Architecture Leadership: Design end-to-end architecture for People & Culture technology solutions, with SAP Success Factors as the core system.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with People & Culture leaders, IT, and business stakeholders to translate HR strategy into scalable IT solutions.
• Solution Design: Develop solution designs, integration architecture, data flows, and technology roadmaps.
• Technology Integration: Ensure HR platforms integrate seamlessly with each other and other enterprise systems.
• Governance and Compliance: Ensure all solutions meet data privacy, security, and regulatory compliance.
• Innovation: Evaluate emerging technologies like AI, automation, and analytics for applicable HR transformation.
• Vendor Management: Engage with external vendors and consultants for HTR technology solutions and implementations.

Knowledge and Attributes

• Seasoned knowledge of multi-vendor service integrations and cross-functional software, OS’s, and infrastructure designs.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, coupled with excellent interpersonal skills to build solid working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to develop and leverage seasoned specialist knowledge of reference architectures.
• Ability to maintain knowledge of trends and developments in technology domains13.
• Seasoned ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams such as sales, product, delivery, etc.

Academic Qualifications and Certifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science, engineering, business, or a related field.
• Certification and working knowledge of Enterprise Architecture methodologies (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman, SOA, ITIL, COBIT, etc.).
• Safe Scaled Agile certification advantageous.

Required Experience

• Seasoned professional technical, IT, or operations experience within a large-scale (preferably multinational) technology services environment in areas such as software development, application support, and infrastructure support.
• Seasoned client engagement and consulting experience coupled with solid experience in client needs assessment and change management.
• Seasoned experience in integrating solutions for the HR business domain, enterprise concerns, industry standards, established patterns, and best practices.
• Seasoned experience working in an agile development environment.
• Seasoned experience in developing, selling, and delivering technical solutions in HR

Workplace type:

Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.

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