Senior Systems Architect

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Systems Architect for a hybrid role in Upington, Northern Cape. You will design, develop, and oversee complex IT systems and infrastructure, ensuring they are scalable, secure, and highly available across diverse client needs.

The successful candidate will bridge hardware, software, networking, and cloud, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into robust architectures while keeping pace with emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in systems architecture or senior technical roles.
• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field.
• Experience designing and implementing complex IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect enterprise IT systems and infrastructure.
• Develop system specifications, designs, and implementation plans.
• Evaluate and recommend hardware, software, and networking technologies.
• Ensure scalability, performance, security, and reliability.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams.
• Oversee implementation and integration of new systems.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues and provide guidance.
• Maintain system architecture documentation.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and best practices.

Skills

Systems architecture

Cloud platforms

Networking concepts

Windows & Linux OS

Virtualization

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic technology solutions provider, is looking for an experienced Senior Systems Architect to join their team in Upington, Northern Cape. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to balance your work between our Upington office and remote locations. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and overseeing the implementation of complex IT systems and infrastructure solutions that meet the strategic needs of our diverse client base. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of hardware, software, networking, and cloud technologies. You will collaborate with various teams to ensure systems are scalable, secure, and highly available. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to translate business requirements into effective technical architectures. Join us to drive technological innovation and deliver robust solutions from the heart of the Northern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect enterprise-level IT systems and infrastructure.
• Develop system specifications, technical designs, and implementation plans.
• Evaluate and recommend hardware, software, and networking technologies.
• Ensure systems are designed for scalability, performance, security, and reliability.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams throughout the system lifecycle.
• Oversee the implementation and integration of new systems.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues and provide expert technical guidance.
• Develop and maintain system architecture documentation.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in systems architecture, design, or a similar senior technical role.
• Proven experience designing and implementing complex IT infrastructure solutions.
• Strong understanding of server hardware, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and virtualization technologies.
• Proficiency in networking concepts and protocols.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their services.
• Familiarity with database systems and data management principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• Exposure to a wide range of challenging IT projects.
• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Collaborative team environment.
• Modern office facilities in Upington.