Sharepoint Architect / Technical Lead - Contract

Pro Development Group; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Part time

Job summary

A Global tech firm is looking for a SharePoint Architect / Technical Lead in Gauteng. The role requires 6+ years of experience with SharePoint solutions and strong leadership skills to manage a team of 3-5 developers. Key responsibilities include architectural oversight, engaging with clients to drive enhancements, and implementing best practices across the SharePoint environment. Excellent communication skills are essential, along with a solid understanding of SharePoint Online and SPFx. This position offers a hybrid work schedule, requiring onsite presence twice a week.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in enterprise environments as a SharePoint Architect or Senior Developer.
• Strong expertise in SharePoint Online and SPFx.
• Experience in leading development teams and managing technical delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and implementation of scalable SharePoint solutions.
• Provide mentorship to developers with SPFx and Power Platform skills.
• Engage directly with business stakeholders to enhance platform capabilities.

Skills

SharePoint Online

SharePoint Framework (SPFx)

Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI)

Team Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Tools

JIRA

Job description

Overview

Our Client a Global tech firm is seeking a SharePoint Architect / Technical Lead to join their team in Sandton on a contract (Onsite 2 X a week). We are seeking a highly skilled SharePoint Architect to lead a hybrid engagement comprising both project-based work and managed support services. This role will serve as the architectural lead for the team, overseeing a team of 3‑5 developers and collaborating closely with a Senior Project Manager. The role will also include actively leading implementation efforts, working alongside the team to implement components, and creating architectural runway for the team on various solutions. The successful candidate will be customer‑facing, engaging directly with business stakeholders to drive platform enhancements and deliver strategic value through SharePoint and the Power Platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Development Architecture – architect and implement scalable SharePoint solutions using Out-of-the-Box features, SharePoint Framework (SPFx) and (optionally) Power Platform components.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to supporting developers with SPFx and Power Platform competencies.
• Ensure alignment with best practices, governance, and enterprise architecture standards.
• Team Leadership – manage and guide a team of 3‑5 developers, ensuring timely delivery of tasks and quality outcomes; conduct code reviews, sprint planning, and technical workshops; collaborate with the Project Manager to manage timelines, risks, and resource allocation.
• Customer Engagement – act as the primary technical point of contact for clients and stakeholders, translate business needs into technical solutions, proactively identify opportunities for platform optimisation, present solutions, roadmaps, and progress updates to business and technical audiences.
• Platform Enhancement – drive continuous improvement of the SharePoint environment, engage with business units to identify pain points and propose SharePoint-based solutions that improve productivity and collaboration, monitor platform performance and recommend enhancements.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a SharePoint Architect or Senior SharePoint Developer in enterprise environments.
• 6+ years overall experience.
• Strong expertise in SharePoint Online, Microsoft, and SharePoint Framework (SPFx).
• Intermediate expertise in Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI).
• Experience leading development teams and managing technical delivery.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Strong documentation skills; JIRA experience a plus.
• English first language as a requirement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft certifications in SharePoint, Power Platform, or related technologies.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with Azure services and integration patterns.