Lead Enterprise Integration Architect

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Paid time off

Development budget

Remote-first culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Enterprise Integration Architect to guide architecture, design, and delivery of complex integration across global systems in a remote-first setup. You will own standards, mentor teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure secure, scalable data flows using MuleSoft, Oracle SOA, IBM IIB, REST, Kafka, and cloud services.

The role requires a Master’s degree and 10+ years in integration-focused enterprise architecture, with strong leadership and remote-work track

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of enterprise architecture experience with a focus on integration.
• Proven experience with middleware platforms and API management (MuleSoft, Oracle SOA Suite, IBM Integration Bus).
• Knowledge of integration patterns (Pub/Sub, Request/Reply, Batch) and technologies (REST, SOAP, Kafka, MQ).
• Experience with cloud integration services (AWS API Gateway, Lambda, Azure Logic Apps, Service Bus).
• Strong understanding of JSON/XML data formats and security protocols (OAuth, JWT).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Proven success in fully remote environments with high autonomy and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect enterprise-wide integration solutions (APIs, microservices, ESBs, event-driven).
• Define integration standards, patterns, and best practices across the organization.
• Lead selection and deployment of integration technologies and platforms.
• Translate requirements into technical designs with business and IT stakeholders.
• Oversee development, deployment, and security of integration solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to developers and architects.
• Conduct architectural reviews of existing and proposed solutions.
• Manage vendor relationships for integration technology.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex integration issues.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Integration architecture

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

MuleSoft

Oracle SOA Suite

IBM Integration Bus

REST

Kafka

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading technology solutions provider, is seeking a highly experienced Lead Enterprise Integration Architect to join their fully remote team. This critical role will focus on designing, developing, and implementing seamless integration strategies across diverse enterprise systems and applications. You will architect solutions that ensure data flows efficiently and securely, enabling robust interoperability and supporting complex business processes. As a remote-first professional, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients globally, utilizing your expertise in integration patterns, middleware, and API management. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of enterprise architecture principles and a proven track record of delivering successful integration projects in complex environments. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead architectural initiatives and drive digital connectivity for a dynamic organization, all within a supportive and flexible remote work setup.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect enterprise-wide integration solutions, including APIs, microservices, ESBs, and event-driven architectures.
• Define integration standards, patterns, and best practices across the organization.
• Lead the selection and implementation of integration technologies and platforms.
• Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to understand integration requirements and translate them into technical designs.
• Oversee the development and deployment of integration solutions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to integration developers and architects.
• Conduct architectural reviews of existing and proposed integration solutions.
• Manage relationships with integration technology vendors and partners.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex integration issues.
• Ensure integration solutions align with overall enterprise architecture strategy and business objectives.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in enterprise architecture, with a strong specialization in integration architecture.
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing complex integration solutions using various middleware platforms (e.g., MuleSoft, Oracle SOA Suite, IBM Integration Bus) and API management solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of integration patterns (e.g., Pub/Sub, Request/Reply, Batch processing) and technologies (e.g., REST, SOAP, Kafka, MQ).
• Experience with cloud integration services (e.g., AWS API Gateway, Lambda, Azure Logic Apps, Service Bus).
• Strong understanding of data formats (e.g., JSON, XML) and security protocols (e.g., OAuth, JWT).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Demonstrated success in a fully remote work environment, with strong autonomy and collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible remote work schedule.
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Budget for professional development, training, and certifications.
• Opportunity to work on impactful integration projects with leading-edge technologies.
• A collaborative and supportive remote-first culture.