Hybrid Lead Systems Integration Architect: API & Middleware

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 482,000 - 716,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contractor rate

Office collaboration in Mahikeng

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Systems Integration Architect in a hybrid role based in Mahikeng, North West. You will design and oversee the implementation of enterprise integrations across systems, ensuring data accuracy and efficient workflow.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years of integration or architecture experience, strong knowledge of middleware and API-led connectivity, and proven leadership to mentor teams in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in system integration, software development, or architecture roles.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing complex enterprise integration solutions.
• Deep understanding of integration patterns (point-to-point, ESB, API-led connectivity).
• Experience with middleware, ETL tools, and API gateways.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (Java, C#, Python) and scripting.
• Familiarity with cloud integration services (AWS, Azure) is a plus.
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect robust integration solutions for disparate enterprise systems.
• Define integration strategies, standards, and best practices including API design.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and address challenges.
• Lead selection and implementation of middleware platforms and integration tools.
• Oversee development and testing of integration solutions for reliability and performance.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to integration developers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex integration issues.
• Ensure solutions comply with security and data privacy policies.
• Document designs, workflows, and technical specifications.
• Evaluate new integration technologies to improve efficiency.

Skills

Java

Python

C#

REST APIs

API design

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Tools

Middleware platforms

ETL tools

API gateways

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Systems Integration Architect in a hybrid role based in Mahikeng, North West. You will design and oversee the implementation of enterprise integrations across systems, ensuring data accuracy and efficient workflow.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years of integration or architecture experience, strong knowledge of middleware and API-led connectivity, and proven leadership to mentor teams in a collaborative environment.