Solutions Architect

Dariel; Johannesburg; Remoto; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.700.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Career growth

Descrizione del lavoro

Dariel in Johannesburg is seeking a Solutions Architect to lead the design, architecture, and delivery of enterprise-scale software solutions. You will stay hands-on in development while guiding teams and setting best practices to ensure scalable, high-quality outcomes.

You will mentor engineers, translate business needs into technical designs, and engage clients to secure buy-in. A strong background in C#, OO design, and SDLC governance is essential for success in this role.

Competenze

• 8+ years of C# development and software engineering experience.
• Proven experience in solution architecture for enterprise systems.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and design principles.

Mansioni

• Lead the architecture and design of complex, enterprise-level software solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams.
• Participate in hands-on development to ensure alignment with architectural vision.
• Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Define and enforce architecture standards, design patterns, and best practices.
• Address non-functional requirements such as security, performance, scalability, and availability.
• Engage with clients to present solutions, provide recommendations, and gain buy‑in.
• Mentor and support team members to enhance technical capability.
• Ensure effective implementation of SDLC processes and delivery governance.
• Take ownership of technical delivery, including risk identification and mitigation.

Conoscenze

C# development

Software engineering

Solution architecture

OO design

RDBMS

Non-functional requirements

SDLC

Stakeholder communication

Formazione

Relevant degree

Matric Mathematics (Higher Grade)

Strumenti

NET Frameworks

Java stacks

Descrizione del lavoro

Role Overview

The Solutions Architect is responsible for leading the design, architecture, and delivery of enterprise-level software solutions. This role exists to ensure that client business needs are translated into scalable, high-quality technical solutions while maintaining hands‑on involvement in development. The Solutions Architect provides technical leadership, mentors team members, and drives best practices, contributing directly to successful project delivery and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and design of complex, enterprise-level software solutions
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams
• Participate in hands‑on development to ensure alignment with architectural vision
• Translate business requirements into scalable and maintainable technical solutions
• Define and enforce architecture standards, design patterns, and best practices
• Address non-functional requirements such as security, performance, scalability, and availability
• Engage with clients to present solutions, provide recommendations, and gain buy‑in
• Mentor and support team members to enhance technical capability
• Ensure effective implementation of SDLC processes and delivery governance
• Take ownership of technical delivery, including risk identification and mitigation

Requirements

Essential Skills & Experience

• 8+ years’ experience in C# development and software engineering
• Proven experience in solution architecture for enterprise systems
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and design principles
• Experience applying architectural and design patterns (e.g., GOF)
• Solid experience working with RDBMS, including basic database administration
• Ability to design systems aligned to non-functional requirements (performance, scalability, etc.)
• Experience with .NET frameworks and/or exposure to Java technology stacks
• Ability to architect solutions in unfamiliar technology environments
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience working across multiple industries and project environments
• Exposure to modern architectural styles (e.g., microservices, distributed systems)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and cloud-native architecture
• Experience with front-end/client-side frameworks and patterns
• Relevant architecture or technical certifications

Qualifications

• Relevant degree, diploma, or equivalent practical experience
• Matric Mathematics (Higher Grade)

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong leadership and mentorship capability
• High level of accountability and ownership
• Adaptability and willingness to learn and work in changing environments

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Opportunity for continuous learning and career growth
• Collaborative and supportive working environment
• Exposure to diverse, exciting, and meaningful project work across industries