Solution Design Lead

Pwc Careers Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Mid-Senior level candidate for a full-time position in their Cloud and Digital practice. This role requires deep expertise in solution design and implementation, with a focus on cloud technologies. The successful candidate will lead technical solutions, manage teams, and ensure alignment with strategic business goals. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field along with relevant certifications is required, along with strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 7 – 10 years' experience in solution design or architecture.
• Proven track record of implementing complex technical solutions.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of technical solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs.
• Oversee systems development and integration.

Skills

Solution design

Technical solution implementation

Cloud technologies

Software development

Team management

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree in a related field

TOGAF certification

AWS Certified Solutions Architect

Job description

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A career in our Cloud and Digital practice, within Consulting Services, where you'll work with clients to define their vision and plan how to get there.

We work with some of the world's largest and most complex companies to understand their unique business issues and opportunities in an ever-changing environment.

We deliver the technological solutions organisations need to compete, grow and build a lasting legacy of improvement and performance, partnering with best in class technologies and solution sets.

In joining us, you'll help our clients understand and evolve the way they align Digital with their business strategy, create integrated end to end solutions, and use enterprise applications to solve complex business problems.

Requirements

• 7 – 10 years' experience in solution design, architecture, or a related field
• Proven track record of designing and implementing complex technical solutions.
• Experience in leading and managing technical teams.
• Strong background in software development and system integration
• Experience with cloud technologies and enterprise architecture frameworks.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong technical proficiency in solution architecture and system design.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Master's degree in a related field (optional).
• TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework) certification.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect or equivalent cloud certification.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (optional).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of technical solutions that meet business requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical specifications.
• Oversee the development and integration of systems, ensuring alignment with architectural standards.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams.
• Conduct technical reviews and ensure the quality and performance of solutions.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends to inform solution design.
• Manage and mitigate risks associated with solution design and implementation.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Consulting

Industries: Business Consulting and Services and IT Services and IT Consulting