Solutions Architect – Banking

Rosstone; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Rosstone is seeking a Solutions Architect to design and deliver robust application systems architecture aligned with business strategy. The role balances requirements with scalable, secure, and efficient design, leveraging strong hands-on Java backend development and advanced solution architecture expertise.

You will define end-to-end architectures for enterprise applications, translate business needs into scalable technical solutions, and provide technical leadership across development teams

Qualifications

• Advanced Java backend development experience.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain end-to-end solution architecture for enterprise applications.
• Translate business requirements into scalable, high-performance technical solutions.
• Ensure alignment between architecture standards, governance frameworks, and business strategy.
• Drive system design that balances functionality, performance, cost, and resource utilisation.
• Provide technical leadership across development teams and guide best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including business, product, and engineering teams.
• Review and approve technical designs, ensuring compliance with architectural standards.
• Support delivery teams throughout the development lifecycle.
• Identify risks and ensure appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented.

Skills

Java backend

Solution architecture

Microservices

API design

Cloud & distributed systems

Performance optimization

Stakeholder communication

Business alignment

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Computer Science/Information Technology

TOGAF or similar architecture certification

Tools

J2EE (Java 2 Platform, Enterprise Edition)

Spring Boot

Job description

Job Purpose

To design and deliver robust application systems architecture aligned with the business strategy. The Solutions Architect will be responsible for balancing business requirements with optimal resource utilisation while ensuring scalable, secure, and efficient system design. The role requires strong hands‑on experience in Java backend development combined with advanced solution architecture expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and maintain end-to-end solution architecture for enterprise applications
• Translate business requirements into scalable, high-performance technical solutions
• Ensure alignment between architecture standards, governance frameworks, and business strategy
• Drive system design that balances functionality, performance, cost, and resource utilisation
• Provide technical leadership across development teams and guide best practices
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including business, product, and engineering teams
• Review and approve technical designs, ensuring compliance with architectural standards
• Support delivery teams throughout the development lifecycle
• Identify risks and ensure appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong Java backend development expertise (Advanced level)
• Proven experience in Solution Architecture within enterprise environments
• Extensive experience with:
  • J2EE (Java 2 Platform, Enterprise Edition)
  • Spring Boot framework
• Solid understanding of:
  • Microservices architecture
  • API design and integration
  • Cloud and distributed systems
  • Application performance optimisation
• Experience in aligning technical solutions with business strategy
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• Architecture certifications (e.g., TOGAF) – advantageous