Technology / Infrastructure Architect

Careers at DLK Group; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services company is seeking a Technology / Infrastructure Architect in Centurion, South Africa. The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-wide infrastructure solutions. Ideal candidates should possess expertise in cloud architecture and a proven track record in secure and scalable infrastructure designs. Certifications like TOGAF and AWS Solutions Architect are required.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee the implementation of enterprise technology and infrastructure architectures.
• Develop infrastructure strategies that align with business objectives and technology roadmaps.
• Assess, select, and integrate infrastructure platforms, tools, and solutions.
• Lead migration, modernization, and optimization of infrastructure including cloud and hybrid environments.
• Ensure infrastructure solutions are secure, reliable, scalable, and cost-effective.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, solution architects, and engineering teams to deliver architecture blueprints.
• Define infrastructure standards, best practices, and governance processes.
• Conduct technology assessments and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Oversee vendor selection and manage technical relationships with service providers.

Education

NQF Level 7 in Information Technology

Computer Science

Business Administration

Commerce

Business

Engineering

Tools

TOGAF

AWS Solution Architect

Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)

Data Management Body of Knowledge (DMBOK)

Job description

DLK Group

Contract – Technology / Infrastructure Architect

Centurion, South Africa | Posted on 14/08/2025

• Date Opened: 14/08/2025
• Job Type: Contract
• Industry: IT Services
• Work Experience: 7-10 years
• Salary: Market Related
• City: Centurion
• Province: Gauteng
• Country: South Africa
• Postal Code: 0046

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Technology / Infrastructure Architect to design, implement, and maintain enterprise-wide infrastructure solutions that align with business strategies. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in cloud architecture, infrastructure technologies, and enterprise frameworks, with a proven track record of delivering robust, scalable, and secure infrastructure designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and oversee the implementation of enterprise technology and infrastructure architectures.
• Develop infrastructure strategies that align with business objectives and technology roadmaps.
• Assess, select, and integrate infrastructure platforms, tools, and solutions.
• Lead the migration, modernization, and optimization of infrastructure, including cloud and hybrid environments.
• Ensure infrastructure solutions are secure, reliable, scalable, and cost-effective.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, solution architects, and engineering teams to deliver architecture blueprints.
• Define infrastructure standards, best practices, and governance processes.
• Conduct technology assessments and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Oversee vendor selection and manage technical relationships with service providers.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum NQF Level 7 in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Commerce, Business, or Engineering.

Certifications (one or more required)

• TOGAF
• AWS Solution Architect
• Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
• Data Management Body of Knowledge (DMBOK)