Technology / Infrastructure Architect

Careers At Dlk Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Part time

Job summary

A leading IT services firm in Centurion is hiring a Technology / Infrastructure Architect with significant experience to design and implement infrastructure solutions. The ideal candidate should possess a minimum NQF Level 7 qualification along with certifications in AWS, Azure, and TOGAF. Responsibilities involve leading the migration and optimization of infrastructure, aligning strategies with business objectives, and ensuring secure and scalable solutions. This is a contract position in the Gauteng province.

Qualifications

• Minimum NQF Level 7 in a relevant field.
• Expertise in cloud architecture and infrastructure technologies.
• Proven track record in designing scalable infrastructure solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise technology and infrastructure architectures.
• Develop infrastructure strategies aligning with business objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and engineering teams.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Infrastructure technologies

Enterprise frameworks

Education

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

Tools

AWS Solution Architect

Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert

TOGAF

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 /

Date Opened: 14 / 08 /

Job Type: Contract

Industry: IT Services

Work Experience: 7-10 years

Salary: Market Related

City: Centurion

Province: Gauteng

Country: South Africa

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