Solutions Architect (Enterprise )

Boardroom Appointments; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardroom Appointments in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Solutions Architect (Enterprise) to translate business and technical requirements into robust architectural designs for complex systems. You will guide development teams, align solutions with business goals, and drive cross-functional collaboration while ensuring seamless integration with existing platforms.

The role requires TOGAF knowledge, strong communication, and a track record of delivering scalable enterprise architectures in

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in related field (Degree, Diploma and/or Certifications).
• Proven experience as a Solution Architect or in a similar role.
• In-depth understanding of business processes, enterprise architecture, and technology trends.
• Proficiency in translating complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of industry-standard architectural frameworks (e.g., TOGAF).
• Familiarity with a wide range of technologies and platforms.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Relevant certifications in architecture (e.g., Google Cloud, TOGAF, etc.) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Solution Design: Develop architectural plans that translate business and technical requirements into effective solutions.
• Alignment with Business: Ensure solutions align with business goals, strategies, and operational needs.
• Technical Guidance: Provide expertise to guide development teams in building solutions that meet requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitate communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders to bridge understanding and achieve consensus.
• System Integration: Create designs that seamlessly integrate new solutions with existing systems and processes.
• Risk Assessment: Identify potential risks and challenges in proposed solutions, offering mitigation strategies.
• Documentation: Document architectural designs, decisions, and rationale for future reference and knowledge sharing.
• Innovation and Trends: Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to provide innovative solutions.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Business process understanding

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree / Diploma / Certifications

Tools

TOGAF

Google Cloud

Job description

About the job Solutions Architect (Enterprise )

Key Responsibilities:

• Solution Design: Develop comprehensive architectural plans that translate business and technical requirements into effective solutions.
• Alignment with Business: Ensure solutions align with business goals, strategies, and operational needs.
• Technical Guidance: Provide expertise to guide development teams in building solutions that meet technical and business requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitate communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders to bridge understanding and achieve consensus.
• System Integration: Create designs that seamlessly integrate new solutions with existing systems and processes.
• Risk Assessment: Identify potential risks and challenges in proposed solutions, offering mitigation strategies.
• Documentation: Document architectural designs, decisions, and rationale for future reference and knowledge sharing.
• Innovation and Trends: Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to provide innovative solutions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Tertiary qualification in related field (Degree, Diploma and/or Certifications)
• Proven experience as a Solution Architect or in a similar role.
• In-depth understanding of business processes, enterprise architecture, and technology trends.
• Proficiency in translating complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of industry-standard architectural frameworks (e.g., TOGAF).
• Familiarity with a wide range of technologies and platforms.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Relevant certifications in architecture (e.g., Google Cloud, TOGAF, etc.) are a plus.