Senior Solutions Architect

The Rank Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 950 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global digital gaming company in Cape Town seeks a Solution Architect to design innovative gaming platforms. You will bridge business vision and technical reality, ensuring secure and scalable solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong background in software development and architecture, with experience in regulated industries. Join a vibrant team and enjoy numerous benefits including hybrid working and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Leadership training

Private medical insurance

Bonus schemes

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software development experience, with 3+ years in solution architecture.
• Deep understanding of distributed systems, microservices, and event-driven architectures.
• Experience in the gambling, fintech, or other regulated industries.

Responsibilities

• Architect end-to-end solutions for core gaming platforms.
• Work with Enterprise Architecture team to evolve tech landscape.
• Mentor engineering teams and ensure technical excellence.

Skills

Enterprise Architecture frameworks

Backend technologies (Java, .NET, Node.js)

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Microservices

Secure coding practices

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering

Job description

Overview

Rank Interactive, the digital arm of the Rank Group plc, stands as a leading global digital gaming company fuelled by top-tier talent and technology. Recognised through iconic brands, our products and our people, we bring entertainment to millions of people worldwide on various devices daily. Operating with a multi-branded strategy, we offer online entertainment, bingo and slot gaming, along with a social gaming mobile experience, using a mix of proprietary and licensed software. With offices in the UK, Gibraltar, Mauritius & South Africa and being part of a group with approximately 8,000 employees globally; we unite people and entertainment across diverse digital channels. Joining our high-performing and inclusive culture, you\'ll instantly become part of a team supporting our customer-facing initiatives.

Responsibilities

Are you a visionary architect ready to design world-class gaming platforms that thrill millions? This isn\'t just a job, it\'s a chance to be the architectural backbone that drives business capability. We\'re looking for a leader who can bridge the gap between business vision and technical reality, designing solutions that are secure, scalable, and compliant from the ground up.

• Design & Own Mission-Critical Systems: Architect end-to-end solutions for core gaming platforms, including real-time betting engines, player account management, wallet/payment services, and critical integrations.
• Drive Architectural Strategy: Work hand-in-hand with our Enterprise Architecture team and Heads of Development to evolve our tech landscape. You\'ll define the \"to-be\" state, evaluate emerging technologies, and set the vision, strategy, and roadmap for technology, data, and business capabilities.
• Lead with Influence: Serve as the go-to technical authority, providing leadership and mentorship to engineering teams. You\'ll set high architectural standards and practices, ensuring technical excellence and consistency across the board.
• Guarantee Compliance & Security: Embed robust security measures and ensure all designs meet stringent jurisdictional requirements (e.g., UKGC, PCI-DSS, GDPR), protecting player data and game integrity.
• Optimize & Innovate: Focus on performance optimization and reliability improvements for high-throughput systems, constantly identifying new trends and technologies to ensure we stay ahead of the curve.
• Strategic Collaboration: Partner across Product, Engineering, DevOps, and Compliance teams to align technical solutions with strategic business goals.

Qualifications

• Experience of common Enterprise Architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman etc, and TOGAF and Archimate certification
• Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of software development experience, with 3+ years in solution architecture
• Strong proficiency in backend technologies (e.g., Java, .NET, Node.js) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Deep understanding of distributed systems, microservices, and event-driven architectures
• Experience with real-time transaction systems and high-availability architectures
• Familiarity with secure coding practices, encryption, and fraud prevention techniques
• Knowledge of gaming protocols, RNG systems, and player lifecycle management
• Experience in the gambling, fintech, or other regulated industries
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

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Additional Information

Join us to unlock benefits and opportunities that will boost your career journey in a vibrant, inclusive and fulfilling work environment – so you can #BeYourself

Wellbeing@Rank is important... From hybrid working and colleague support networks to menopause support and weekly PepTalks, we\'re here for you.

We\'ll also invest in your growth by providing development opportunities, leadership training and cutting-edge industry certifications so you have the tools and resources to help you work, win and grow with us.

Immerse yourself in new cultures and gain international exposure through our global business. Collaborate with colleagues from around the globe.

From pensions to bonus schemes, and private medical insurance to life insurance – we\'ve got you covered.

*Our benefits vary by brand and/or location. Please have you chat with your local Talent Acquisition specialist to find out what\’s in place in your location.

The Rank Group are committed to being an inclusive employer, ensuring that we better understand and meet the needs and requirements of our candidates and customers.

We aim to do this by facilitating fair and equal access to our services. If you require a reasonable adjustment to be made, please reach out to let us know ahead of your interview.