Solutions Architect - Fixed and UCC

Telebest; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Solutions Architect in Johannesburg to provide technical leadership and innovative solutions for large enterprises. The role requires deep expertise in network administration, a strong commercial background, and proven experience in guiding customer ICT strategies. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering POCs, defining technology investment directions, and maintaining critical relationships with corporate clients.

Qualifications

• 15+ years’ experience with network administration or information technology systems.
• Experienced in delivering technical architecture specifications.
• Fluent in English; French is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on customer POCs and ensure clear testing criteria.
• Translate business requirements into technical architecture specifications.
• Build and maintain continuous technical relationships with corporate customers.

Skills

Business and Commercial acumen

Network administration

Information Technology systems

Presales

Technical architecture

Customer ICT strategies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

CCNP Cisco Network certification

Full CCIE (advantageous)

Job description

Our client has an EE senior position available for a Solutions Architect – Fixed and UCC based in Johannesburg.

Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or another related field.
• Current CCNP Cisco Network certification or other UCC certifications. Full CCIE would be advantageous.
• Business and Commercial acumen.
• Fluent in English and the language of residing country- French would be advantageous.
• 15+ years’ experience with network administration or information technology systems and Presales.
• Prior professional services of consulting background.
• Experience in global enterprises coupled with working in emerging markets.
• Experience guiding customer ICT strategies in large organizations.

KPAs :

• Deliver on customer POCs and ensure the testing criteria is clear and agreed upon.
• Use commercial acumen to deliver solutions that fit within customer budgets.
• Provide input to the strategic direction of technology investments to assist in the development of enterprise architecture.
• Translate business requirements into technical architecture specifications and models.
• Work in cross-functional teams to define, deliver, and support the design and development of technology solutions that are fit for purpose.
• Occasionally participate in the supplier selection process.
• Maintain current OEM certifications and obtain new certifications when required.
• Provide input into account management plans.
• Build and maintain continuous technical relationships with corporate customers and partners.
• Develop and design high-quality technical responses to RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs that meet customer requirements.
• Governance and Risk Management.