Solution Architect

IOCO; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 850 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider in Johannesburg is seeking a Solutions Architect to design and deliver scalable technology solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with AVEVA's product portfolio and a strong background in industrial automation and cloud computing. This role requires collaboration with stakeholders and technical leadership throughout the deployment of solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a relevant field.
• Proven track record in solution architecture and design.
• Strong expertise in cloud computing platforms like Azure and AWS.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable, secure industrial solutions.
• Act as a technical advisor and consultant for customers.
• Guide implementation teams during solution deployment.

Skills

Industrial automation

SCADA

IIoT

Operational technology (OT)

Cloud computing

IT / OT integration

Database management

Programming/Scripting

Education

BSc / BTech in Engineering or Computer Science

Diploma in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

AVEVA PI System

AVEVA Unified Operations Center

AVEVA E3D

AVEVA MES

AVEVA Predictive Analytics

Job description

We are seeking a Solutions Architect to join our innovative and forward-thinking team. The Solutions Architect plays a critical role in designing, developing, and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performing technology solutions that align with business objectives and drive digital transformation.

What you’ll do :

• Solution Architecture & Design

Design and architect scalable, secure, and high-performance industrial solutions using IS3 AVEVA SELECT’s product portfolio (e.g., AVEVA PI System, AVEVA System Platform, AVEVA E3D, AVEVA MES, AVEVA Predictive Analytics, etc).

• Define best practices, integration strategies, and solution roadmaps to support customer digital transformation initiatives.
• Develop technical blueprints, architecture diagrams, and design documents to ensure seamless deployment and implementation.
• Ensure solutions align with industry standards, cybersecurity best practices, and enterprise IT / OT integration requirements.

Pre-Sales & Customer Engagement

Act as a technical advisor and trusted consultant for customers, understanding their business challenges and recommending AVEVA solutions.

• Support pre-sales activities by delivering technical presentations, solution demonstrations, Proof-of-Concepts (PoCs), and technical workshops.
• Engage with C-level executives, IT, and OT stakeholders to drive solution adoption and strategy alignment.

Implementation & Deployment Support

Guide implementation teams through solution deployment, configuration, and integration with existing enterprise systems.

• Provide technical leadership during solution rollout, ensuring performance, scalability, and security requirements are met.
• Support data migration, API integrations, and cloud / hybrid infrastructure setup for AVEVA solutions.

Industry & Technology Expertise

Stay updated on AVEVA evolving product portfolio, industry trends, and emerging technologies such as Industrial IoT (IIoT), Digital Twins, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Advanced Analytics, CONNECT etc.

• Provide feedback to product management on customer needs, product improvements, and feature enhancements.
• Develop whitepapers, best practices, and case studies to support solution adoption and knowledge sharing.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

Work closely with sales, product management, engineering, and customer success teams or technical account management to deliver end-to-end solutions.

• Support partner ecosystems in deploying AVEVA solutions efficiently.
• Represent IS 3 AVEVA SELECT at conferences, industry forums, and customer events as a subject matter expert (SME).

Your Expertise :

• Diploma in Engineering or Computer Science 7 years' experience
• BSc / BTech in Engineering or Computer Science, with min 5 years’ experience with proven track record.
• Deep understanding of AVEVA software portfolio, including AVEVA PI System, AVEVA Unified Operations Center, AVEVA E3D, AVEVA Insight, AVEVA Predictive Analytics, AVEVA Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and CONNECT etc.
• Experience in industrial automation, SCADA, IIoT, and operational technology (OT) environments.
• Strong expertise in IT / OT integration, cloud computing (Azure, AWS), and enterprise architectures.
• Familiarity with databases (SQL, AVEVA Historian), APIs, and programming / scripting (Python, C#, JavaScript).
• Ability to work with C-level executives and technical teams to drive digital transformation initiatives

Qualifications :

• Diploma in Engineering or Computer Science
• BSc / BTech in Engineering or Computer Science, with min 5 years’ experience with proven track record.