Solutions Architect

Catalyst24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Catalyst24 is seeking an experienced Solution Architect to lead the design and architecture of software systems in Cape Town, South Africa. You will translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions and provide technical leadership and hands-on development support.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of software development experience, strong knowledge of microservices, APIs, cloud/container technologies, and experience with PHP, Java, Go, or Python.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software development experience.
• Strong knowledge of microservices, APIs, and cloud/container tech.
• Experience with PHP (Laravel/Lumen), Java, GoLang, or Python.
• Familiarity with AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, Redis, and RabbitMQ/SQS is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and execute software systems addressing business needs.
• Define all aspects of software development from standards to workflows.
• Identify areas to improve processes and system architecture.
• Provide architectural blueprints and technical leadership to IT teams.
• Evaluate tools and processes to ensure high-quality product platforms.
• Collaborate with product teams to translate ideas into technical solutions.
• Stay updated on industry technology trends.
• Review code and contribute hands-on coding when needed (PHP, Java, Go, Python).
• Conduct architectural reviews to ensure alignment with specifications.

Skills

Software architecture

Technical leadership

Microservices

API design

Cloud & containers

Tools

PHP (Laravel/Lumen)

Java

GoLang

Python

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Redis

RabbitMQ/SQS

Job description

We are hiring for one of our reputed MNC clients for a role - Solution Architect - Cape Town South Africa

About Our Client

Our client is a global technology consulting and digital transformation organization with a strong presence across multiple countries and a workforce of over 16,500 professionals.

The organization partners with leading businesses to drive innovation and digital transformation through expertise in AI, cloud, cybersecurity, data engineering, and other emerging technologies.

With a strong global delivery network and deep industry expertise, our client provides scalable, cost-effective technology solutions tailored to local and international markets. The organization also works closely with leading technology platforms and strategic partners to help businesses accelerate innovation and achieve sustainable growth.

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Solution Architect to lead the design and architecture of software systems, translating business requirements into scalable and effective technical solutions.

The role will involve providing technical leadership, architectural guidance, and hands-on development support, while working closely with product and technology teams. The ideal candidate should have 7+ years of software development experience, strong knowledge of microservices, APIs, cloud/container technologies, caching and queuing systems, and experience with technologies such as PHP, Java, Go, or Python.

Experience with AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, Redis, RabbitMQ/SQS, large-scale applications, and fintech/e-commerce platforms would be advantageous.

What you'll be doing

• Design, develop and execute software systems and applications to address business needs
• Define all aspects of software and app development, from coding standards to workflow and appropriate technology
• Identify areas where processes and system architecture can be improved
• Provide architectural blueprints and technical leadership to the IT team
• Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and processes to ensure the highest quality product platform
• Work closely with the product team to translate business ideas into technical solutions
• Keep up to date with technology trends in the industry
• Contribute towards creating documentation that enhances organisational understanding and keeps track of decision making
• Do code reviews for selected complex stories
• Do hands-on coding in PHP (Laravel, Lumen), Java, GoLang, or Python when the need arise
• Do architectural reviews to ensure developers interpreted and followed your specifications correctly

What you'll need

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in development
• Broad understanding of coding, programming languages and frameworks, especially PHP (Laravel, Lumen), Java, GoLang, or Python (advantages)
• Experience working with Queuing Technologies, i.e. RabbitMQ, SQS,
• Experience working with Caching Technology, i.e. Redis
• Experience building and deploying Docker Technology, Kubernetes, etc.
• AWS experience would be an advantage
• Good understanding of Microservices and Web API integration
• Extensive knowledge of the software development process and corresponding technologies
• Excellent understanding of design patterns and architectural styles
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience designing and implementing software applications, both backend and frontend
• Experience working on large-scale software projects, ecommerce platform building experience is a plus
• Some knowledge of fintech would be advantageous
• Ability to work in a team or independently

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.