Senior Enterprise Solutions Architect - Remote

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Health and wellness programs

Continuous professional development

Generous paid time off

Remote work culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Enterprise Solutions Architect to design, develop and implement scalable technology solutions in a fully remote, permanent role. You will shape architectural strategy, lead technology evaluations, and guide cross-functional teams across the organization.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in enterprise architecture, strong cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP) expertise, and excellent communication skills to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Qualifications

• Analytical and structured thinking to translate business needs into architectural designs.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder influence abilities.
• Experience with agile development methodologies and cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and document enterprise architecture aligned with strategy and roadmap.
• Lead evaluation of technologies, platforms, and tools for projects.
• Develop and maintain architectural standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and stakeholders to translate requirements into designs.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Communication

Presentation

Interpersonal skills

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing technology solutions provider, is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Senior Enterprise Solutions Architect to join their dynamic team. This is a fully remote, permanent position, offering the flexibility and autonomy to shape architectural strategies from anywhere. You will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and implementing robust and scalable technology solutions that align with business objectives and drive innovation. This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of enterprise-level systems, cloud technologies, and best practices in software architecture. You will collaborate closely with stakeholders across various departments to translate complex business requirements into elegant technical blueprints. The ideal candidate is passionate about leveraging technology to solve challenging problems and is adept at communicating complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the technological direction of a forward-thinking organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and document comprehensive enterprise architecture solutions, ensuring alignment with business strategy and technology roadmap.
• Lead the evaluation and selection of appropriate technologies, platforms, and tools to meet project and business needs.
• Develop and maintain architectural standards, guidelines, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality across the organization.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, product managers, and other stakeholders to translate requirements into actionable architectural designs.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams, guiding them through architectural implementation.
• Conduct architectural reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and performant.
• Identify opportunities for technology adoption and innovation to enhance business capabilities and operational efficiency.
• Manage and mitigate architectural risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and present architectural proposals and recommendations to senior management and business stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements in all architectural designs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in enterprise architecture, solutions design, and technical leadership.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing complex, large-scale enterprise solutions, preferably in a remote environment.
• Extensive knowledge of cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices architecture, API design, and DevOps principles.
• Strong understanding of various architectural patterns, data modeling, and security best practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus among diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.
• Familiarity with industry-specific regulations and compliance standards relevant to Midrand, Gauteng, ZA, and the broader South African market is advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor technical teams.

Benefits

• Our client values their employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. This includes a highly competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, extensive health and wellness programs, opportunities for continuous professional development and training, generous paid time off, and a supportive, collaborative remote work culture.
• You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and contribute to a company that is committed to innovation and employee success.
• This remote role provides unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance, allowing you to thrive professionally and personally.
• Join a team where your expertise is valued, and your contributions make a real difference.