Senior Solutions Architect

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous leave policy

Flexible hybrid work arrangement

Certifications and training

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect to design and guide innovative technology solutions for diverse clients. The role offers a hybrid work model, balancing in-person collaboration with remote flexibility.

You will lead architecture across cloud infrastructure, applications, and data platforms, translating business needs into scalable, secure designs and detailed implementation plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• 5+ years in solutions architecture or similar role.
• Experience delivering complex client-focused solutions.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven API design and data management skills.

Responsibilities

• Understand client business needs, technical requirements, and objectives.
• Design end-to-end technology solutions across cloud, apps, and data.
• Create architectural diagrams, specs, and implementation plans.
• Evaluate technologies to meet client requirements.
• Provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure scalable, secure, and cost-effective designs.
• Conduct architectural reviews and enforce best practices.
• Collaborate with client IT teams for adoption and integration.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and trends.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Solution design

API design

Data management

Stakeholder management

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role Our client, a growing consultancy firm specializing in digital transformation, is seeking a highly motivated Senior Solutions Architect . This role is based in our Paarl, Western Cape office and offers a hybrid working model, balancing the need for in-person collaboration with the benefits of remote work flexibility. The Senior Solutions Architect will be responsible for designing and guiding the implementation of innovative technology solutions for a diverse range of clients. You will work closely with clients to understand their business challenges and translate them into effective, scalable, and secure technical architectures. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and impact multiple industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to understand their business needs, technical requirements, and strategic objectives.
• Design and architect end-to-end technology solutions, encompassing cloud infrastructure, applications, and data platforms.
• Develop detailed architectural documentation, including diagrams, specifications, and implementation plans.
• Evaluate and recommend suitable technologies, platforms, and tools to meet client requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams throughout the solution lifecycle.
• Ensure solutions are designed for scalability, security, performance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct architectural reviews and ensure adherence to industry best practices and standards.
• Collaborate with client IT teams and stakeholders to facilitate smooth adoption and integration of solutions.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a solutions architecture or similar technical role.
• Proven experience in designing and delivering complex solutions, preferably in a consulting or client-facing capacity.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS offerings.
• Experience with various architectural styles (e.g., microservices, event-driven) and technologies.
• Proficiency in system integration, API design, and data management.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Problem-solving aptitude and a proactive approach to challenges.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Generous leave policy.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Opportunities for professional certifications and training.
• Exposure to a wide range of challenging projects and industries.
• Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
• Regular team social events.