Microservices Solution Architect

Bluegrass; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital solutions provider in Johannesburg seeks a Microservices Solution Architect to design and implement scalable, resilient digital platforms. This role requires 8–10 years of software architecture experience, deep knowledge of microservices, and strong skills in Java and Spring Boot. Ideal candidates will provide technical leadership and collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring successful delivery in complex enterprise environments. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years' experience in software architecture and solution design.
• Deep understanding of microservices principles.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Java and Spring Boot.

Responsibilities

• Design, architect, and implement microservices-based solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.
• Collaborate with product owners to shape solutions.

Skills

Microservices principles

Java

Spring Boot

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Docker

Kubernetes

API design

Agile methodologies

Telecommunications

Job description

Role Overview

At Bluegrass Digital, a Microservices Solution Architect plays a critical role in designing and delivering scalable, resilient digital platforms using modern microservices architectures. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to translate business strategy into robust technical solutions—while setting architectural standards and guiding teams through execution. This role is for someone who thinks in systems, not silos and can balance long-term architecture with real-world delivery.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Design, architect, and implement microservices-based solutions aligned with business objectives and enterprise standards
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, ensuring best practices are consistently applied
• Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, and delivery teams to shape solutions from concept to production
• Conduct architectural assessments, define target-state architectures, and contribute to digital transformation roadmaps
• Identify and proactively resolve architectural risks and bottlenecks, ensuring scalability, performance, and resilience
• Design for high throughput, performance, and scalability, with consideration for memory management and in-memory technologies
• Define and enforce security patterns across microservices, including authentication, authorization, and data protection
• Support delivery teams across the end-to-end product development lifecycle, particularly in complex enterprise environments

What You Bring

• 8–10+ years' experience in software architecture and solution design
• Deep understanding of microservices principles, patterns, and best practices
• Strong hands‑on experience with Java and Spring Boot (or equivalent modern frameworks)
• Proven experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Solid understanding of containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Strong background in API design and integration
• Experience across Agile delivery methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, XP, TDD, BDD)
• End-to-end exposure to product development lifecycles, ideally within large-scale or regulated environments
• Experience in Telecommunications and/or digital services is a strong advantage
• Ability to stay ahead of emerging technology and business trends and translate them into practical solutions