Lead Enterprise Architect - Remote

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,300,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Medical aid & retirement contributions

Generous leave allowance

Professional development & travel

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Lead Enterprise Architect to shape technology strategy across diverse client projects. This remote, permanent role requires deep cloud, microservices, API design, and data architecture expertise, with 10+ years in EA and 3+ years in lead roles.

You will mentor architects, set governance, and drive architectural excellence in a remote-first environment. Ideal candidates have TOGAF familiarity, strong stakeholder skills, and a passion for transforming

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 10+ years in enterprise architecture with at least 3 years in lead/principal architect role.
• Experience designing and implementing large-scale solutions, preferably in a consultancy.
• Extensive knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, API design, and data architecture.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management; ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with TOGAF or other EA frameworks is desirable.
• Proficiency in architectural modeling tools.
• Based in South Africa and eligible to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture blueprints, roadmaps, and standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate strategic goals into technology strategies.
• Design and oversee scalable, secure solutions across cloud and on-prem environments.
• Evaluate and adopt new technologies to enhance offerings.
• Provide technical leadership and governance across projects.
• Conduct architectural reviews and risk assessments.
• Develop and manage architectural governance processes.
• Mentor and guide architecture team members.
• Stay updated on industry trends and technologies.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Cloud platforms

Microservices

API design

Data architecture

TOGAF

Architectural modeling

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's in CS/IT

Master's in CS/IT

Tools

TOGAF

Architectural modeling tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing digital transformation consultancy, is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Lead Enterprise Architect to join their dynamic team. This is a fully remote, permanent position offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be instrumental in shaping the strategic technology direction and driving architectural excellence across a diverse portfolio of client projects. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of modern architectural patterns, cloud technologies, and business process optimization. This role is critical in ensuring that our client's technological solutions align with client business objectives and deliver sustainable value. You will champion best practices and mentor junior architects, fostering a culture of innovation and technical mastery. The position demands a proactive, self-motivated individual capable of thriving in a remote-first environment, where clear communication and independent problem-solving are paramount. We are looking for someone who is passionate about technology and its potential to transform businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive enterprise architecture blueprints, roadmaps, and standards.


• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand strategic goals and translate them into actionable technology strategies.


• Design and oversee the implementation of scalable, resilient, and secure architectural solutions across cloud and on-premises environments.


• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, frameworks, and methodologies to enhance our client's offerings.


• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams, ensuring adherence to architectural principles and best practices.


• Conduct architectural reviews and risk assessments for proposed solutions.


• Develop and manage architectural governance processes.


• Mentor and guide other members of the architecture team.


• Stay abreast of emerging industry trends and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.


• A minimum of 10 years of experience in enterprise architecture, with at least 3 years in a lead or principal architect role.


• Proven experience in designing and implementing complex, large-scale solutions, preferably within a consultancy environment.


• Extensive knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices architecture, API design, and data architecture.


• Strong understanding of various business domains and how technology can drive business value.


• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.


• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams.


• Experience with TOGAF or other enterprise architecture frameworks is highly desirable.


• Proficiency in architectural modeling tools.


• Must be based in South Africa and eligible to work remotely.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses.


• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.


• Generous leave allowance.


• Opportunities for professional development, certifications, and conference attendance.


• Access to cutting-edge technologies and challenging projects.


• Fully remote working environment with flexible hours.


• A collaborative and supportive team culture that values innovation and continuous learning.


• Potential for international travel for key client engagements.