Hybrid Enterprise Solutions Architect — Digital Transformation Leader

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Annual leave

Training & certifications

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks an experienced Enterprise Solutions Architect to design and oversee enterprise IT solutions across business units. Hybrid work with in-office collaboration, driving digital transformation, modernizing legacy systems, and ensuring integration, security, and scalability of enterprise platforms.

The role requires a Bachelor's in CS/IT (Master's preferred), 10+ years IT experience with 5+ in enterprise architecture, TOGAF experience, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years of IT experience with at least 5 years in an enterprise architecture or senior solutions architect role.
• Proven experience in developing and managing enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF).
• Strong understanding of cloud computing (AWS, Azure), enterprise applications (ERP, CRM), data management, and networking.
• Experience with solution design for large-scale, complex environments.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and integration strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture roadmap, ensuring alignment with business strategy and goals.
• Design scalable, reliable, and secure solutions for complex business problems across the organization.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and platforms to meet enterprise needs.
• Oversee the implementation of new systems and the integration of existing ones.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams and IT staff.
• Establish and enforce architectural standards, principles, and best practices.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.
• Conduct architectural reviews and risk assessments for proposed solutions.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities for innovation.

Job description

Placements24 in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks an experienced Enterprise Solutions Architect to design and oversee enterprise IT solutions across business units. Hybrid work with in-office collaboration, driving digital transformation, modernizing legacy systems, and ensuring integration, security, and scalability of enterprise platforms.

The role requires a Bachelor's in CS/IT (Master's preferred), 10+ years IT experience with 5+ in enterprise architecture, TOGAF experience, and strong