Senior Solution Architect

SavageOne PTY LTD.; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

SavageOne PTY LTD. seeks an experienced Solution Architect to design, develop, and implement scalable technology solutions that align with the business roadmap.

You will lead end-to-end architecture for cloud-native systems, microservices, APIs, and integrations, while mentoring teams and ensuring best practices. You will collaborate with business and IT stakeholders, translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences, and contribute to the organization's technology strategy and

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect or in a senior technical role (e.g., Lead Engineer, Senior Software Developer).
• Expertise in scalable, resilient software architecture and systems design.
• Strong background in software development methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and multiple languages (Java, Python, Node.js).
• Experience with databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Experience with microservices, containers (Docker, Kubernetes), APIs (REST, GraphQL, API gateways).
• DevOps practices: CI/CD and infrastructure as code.
• Strong communication skills and ability to translate complex concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Experience in data analytics and big data is a plus.
• Relevant certifications (AWS/Azure) preferred.
• Experience in Telecommunications is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end architecture and design of complex software systems.
• Design cloud-native applications, microservices architectures, APIs, and integrations.
• Develop architectural roadmaps, system requirements, and technical specifications.
• Ensure scalability, maintainability, and alignment with best practices.
• Evaluate technologies and conduct feasibility assessments and PoCs.
• Contribute to technology strategy and roadmap formulation.
• Translate business needs into strategic technical solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, product owners, and development teams.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to teams.

Skills

Solution architecture

Software development

Agile

Waterfall

AWS

Azure

GCP

Java

Python

Node.js

PostgreSQL

MySQL

SQL Server

MongoDB

Cassandra

Docker

Kubernetes

REST

GraphQL

API gateways

CI/CD

Infrastructure as code

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Solution Architect to join our growing team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of innovative, scalable, and robust technology solutions that support and drive our business objectives. Youll work closely with stakeholders across the business and IT functions to deliver high-quality outcomes aligned with our technology roadmap.

Key Responsibilities

Solution Design & Architecture

Lead the end-to-end architecture and design of complex software systems. Design cloud-native applications, microservices architectures, APIs, and integrations. Develop architectural roadmaps, system requirements, and technical specifications. Ensure scalability, maintainability, and alignment with industry best practices. Evaluate technologies and tools suitable for each initiative. Conduct technical feasibility assessments and proof-of-concepts.

Technology Strategy & Roadmap

Contribute to the development of the organizations overall technology strategy. Stay informed of emerging technologies and assess their potential impact. Translate business needs into strategic technical solutions.

Stakeholder Management

Partner with business stakeholders, product owners, and development teams. Translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences. Capture and analyze business requirements, aligning them to architectural plans. Manage stakeholder expectations and foster alignment on solution goals.

Technical Leadership & Mentoring

Provide guidance and mentorship to development teams and peers. Conduct code and design reviews to uphold best practices and standards. Foster a culture of technical excellence and innovation.

Project Delivery & Support

Support the full lifecycle of solution deliveryfrom planning through deployment. Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies. Ensure delivery of high-quality, timely, and cost-effective solutions.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect or in a senior technical role (e.g., Lead Engineer, Senior Software Developer).
• Strong background in software development methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Expertise in scalable, resilient software architecture and systems design.
• Proficiency in a range of technologies including:Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCPLanguages: Java, Python, Node.js (or similar)Databases: SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server), NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra)Architecture: Microservices, distributed systemsContainers: Docker, KubernetesAPIs: REST, GraphQL, API gatewaysDevOps: CI/CD, infrastructure as code
• Strong communication skills able to articulate technical concepts clearly.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Passionate about continuous learning and keeping up with emerging trends.
• Experience with data analytics and big data technologies is a plus.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS/Azure Certified Solutions Architect) preferred.
• Experience within the Telecommunications industry is highly advantageous.

Originally posted on Himalayas