Solutions Architect - Java Backend & Enterprise Systems

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

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