Solutions Architect

Jurumani Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Mid-Senior Solution Architect to drive innovation and optimize Unified Communications solutions. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of relevant experience and a strong command of cloud platforms. This full-time role offers a hands-on opportunity to shape the future of communications technology.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in solution architecture, preferably in Unified Communications.
• Strong command of APIs and integration frameworks.
• Certifications in relevant technologies are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement Unified Communications solutions.
• Lead technical design across systems.
• Drive innovation through emerging technologies.

Skills

Solution architecture

Process improvement

Cloud platforms

Technical delivery

API integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Cisco

Microsoft

AWS

Job description

What You'll Do

• Architect and implement cutting-edge Unified Communications and Wholesale solutions that drive performance and scale.
• Lead technical design and integration across diverse systems and services.
• Identify opportunities to simplify, optimize, and automate — turning complexity into clarity.
• Guide teams with your technical insight and mentorship, building capability and excellence.
• Drive innovation through research, emerging technologies, and relentless curiosity.
• Ensure every solution is built on a foundation of security, reliability, and compliance.

What You Bring

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience that proves your expertise.
• 5+ years' experience in solution architecture, ideally within Fixed technologies, Unified Communications, or Wholesale telecom.
• Strong command of cloud platforms, APIs, and integration frameworks.
• A passion for process improvement and end-to-end technical delivery.
• Certifications in relevant technologies (Cisco, Microsoft, AWS) are advantageous.

How You'll Be Measured

• The quality, scalability, and security of your solutions.
• The impact of your process improvements and innovations.
• Your ability to align technology with business vision and stakeholder success.
• Your influence in elevating team capability and technical excellence.

Your Mindset

You are strategic, analytical, and customer-obsessed.

You thrive in complexity, communicate with clarity, and lead with purpose.

You don't just design systems — you design the future.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level | Employment type: Full-time | Job function: Other | Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting