Enterprise Architect

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Planet10 Full time

About the Role

We are seeking an exceptional Enterprise Architect to lead our technical strategy and drive innovation at Planet10. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in shaping our technology vision and ensuring it aligns with business objectives.

Job Summary

This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced architect to join our organisation. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of designing and implementing complex technology solutions that meet current and future business needs.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • A minimum of 5 years' experience in Solution Architecture or 10+ years in software development
  • Experience and understanding of architectural styles like microservices and monoliths
  • Experience in various architectural patterns (example Event Driven Architectures)
  • Proficient understanding of Cloud services (AWS advantageous)
  • Exceptional knowledge of Webservice, Java, Nest JS, REST, AWS, C# .Net (advantageous)
  • CI/CD knowledge
  • Solid understanding of Agile methodologies, SCRUM experience would be advantageous
  • RDBMS experience
  • Experience working with NoSQL databases
  • Experience in distributed caching technologies
  • Exposure to full life cycle systems development
  • Solid understanding of Industry recommended Software Engineering Principles
  • Solid development background (advantageous)
  • Competent development in Java, Python, Node.js (advantageous)

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Leading the development of architectures for complex systems, ensuring consistency with specified requirements agreed with both external, and internal customers
  • Taking full responsibility for the balance between functional, service quality and systems management requirements within a significant area of the organisation
  • Establishing policy and strategy for the selection of systems architecture components, and coordinates design activities, promoting the discipline to ensure consistency
  • Ensuring that appropriate standards (corporate, industry, national and international) are adhered to
  • Within a business change programme, managing the target design, policies and standards, working proactively to maintain a stable, viable architecture and ensure consistency of design across projects within the programme
  • Creating high-level impact assessments for backlog items
  • Identifying the communications needs of each stakeholder group in conjunction with business owners and subject matter experts
  • Translating communications/stakeholder engagement strategies into specific tasks
  • Facilitating open communication and discussion between stakeholders, acting as a single point of contact by developing, maintaining and working to stakeholder engagement strategies and plans
  • Engaging with other Architects across the Group to realise solutions spanning multiple organisation units
  • Engaging with third parties, both local and international, to procure, understand, and guide the implementation of said third party technologies
  • Building and maintaining relations with internal and third parties
  • Assisting local or team-based standards for programming tools and techniques, including security guidelines, and the selection of appropriate development methods
  • Advising on application of standards and methods and ensures compliance
  • Taking technical responsibility for all stages and/or iterations in a software development project, providing method specific technical advice and guidance to project stakeholders
  • Assigning work packages, monitors performance and manages change control dynamically, to optimise productivity
  • Providing advice, guidance and assistance to less experienced colleagues as required
  • Strategically running POCs to assess various technologies and patterns for implementation or to write a reference implementation for development teams
  • Providing guidance to the delivery team on solutions
  • Providing guidance to the Product team and the wider organisation on strategic decisions

About Planet10

Planet10 is a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that drive business growth and success. Our team of experts works collaboratively to create cutting-edge technology that meets the evolving needs of our clients.

What We Offer

In return for your expertise, we offer a competitive salary package, including:

$140,000 - $180,000 per annum

We also provide opportunities for professional growth and development, flexible working arrangements, and a collaborative and dynamic work environment.

How to Apply

If you are a driven and ambitious individual looking for a new challenge, please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.



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