Technology Domain Architect
3 weeks ago
We are looking for an experienced and innovative Technology Domain Architect to join our team. As a Technology Domain Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive technology solutions within your assigned domain (e.g., Cloud, Data, Security, and Infrastructure). This role is critical in shaping the technology strategy, architecture, and roadmap of the organization, ensuring that technical solutions align with business objectives and industry best practices.
You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, IT operations, business stakeholders, and other architects to ensure that the solutions you design meet both technical and business requirements. The ideal candidate should possess deep expertise in their domain, strong leadership skills, and a passion for creating scalable, efficient, and secure technology solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Architectural Leadership: Lead the design and implementation of technology solutions within a specific domain, ensuring alignment with business objectives and overall enterprise architecture.
Solution Design: Define and document architectural blueprints for systems, platforms, and infrastructure that meet functional and non-functional requirements.
Strategy Development: Contribute to the development of long-term technology strategies and roadmaps for the domain, staying informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with business stakeholders, development teams, and IT operations to ensure solutions are feasible, scalable, and meet organizational needs.
Technology Evaluation: Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and platforms that can improve system performance, security, and scalability.
Governance and Standards: Establish and enforce architecture standards, guidelines, and best practices to ensure consistency, quality, and compliance across technology initiatives.
Integration and Optimization: Identify integration points and dependencies within systems and ensure seamless communication across platforms. Optimize existing systems for improved performance and cost-efficiency.
Risk Management: Assess potential risks related to technology solutions and propose mitigation strategies to ensure robust and secure implementations.
Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing: Mentor junior architects and developers, sharing knowledge, best practices, and lessons learned to elevate team capabilities.
Essential Qualifications:
Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate (mandatory)
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (preferred)
Minimum Experience & Skills:
7+ years of experience in technology architecture, software development, or IT systems engineering
Strong experience in solution architecture, with a focus on a specific technology domain (e.g., Cloud, Data, Security, Infrastructure, etc.)
Proven experience in designing and implementing enterprise-scale technology solutions
Expertise in enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or similar methodologies
Strong knowledge of system integration strategies, patterns, and tools
Excellent understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and infrastructure management
In-depth knowledge of security principles, data management, and scalable system design
Experience with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools
Familiarity with Microservices architectures, RESTful APIs, and related technologies
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to address complex technical challenges
Proven ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience with Agile or DevOps methodologies is highly desirable
Technical Competencies:
Cloud Technologies: Expertise in cloud architectures and services (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Enterprise Architecture Tools: Experience with tools like ArchiMate, Sparx EA, or similar
Systems Integration: Knowledge of integration technologies such as APIs, ESBs, and middleware solutions
Security and Compliance: Strong understanding of security architectures and practices, including data privacy and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, PCI-DSS)
Infrastructure Management: Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC), virtualization, and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Data Management: Experience in designing data architectures, data pipelines, and database technologies (SQL, NoSQL, big data solutions)
Application Development: Strong knowledge of software development principles and practices (e.g., object-oriented programming, design patterns)
Business Acumen: Understanding of how technology solutions align with business needs and goals
Workplace Type:
Onsite, Remote, Hybrid
Job Type:
Full time, Contract
Location:
Cape Town, Johannesburg, South Africa
Experience Level:
Senior
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