Architect: Data Services at Capitec Bank

Minimum:

• At least 7 years' experience in Data architecture / design
• Basic project management experience

Ideal:

• Strong technical background in development of data systems
• Communication and coordination skills
• Strong background in designing cloud based technology solutions
• Leading functional or technical architecture within a Data environment
• Working in an Agile environment

Qualifications (Minimum)

• Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational in Grade 12 National Certificate
• A relevant degree in Information Technology

Qualifications (Ideal or Preferred)

• Post Graduate Diploma in Information Technology

Knowledge

Minimum:

Must have detailed knowledge of:

• System architecture (technical design and implementation processes)
• Database analysis and design
• ETL and ELT
• Data integration concepts
• Data lakes
• Big data concepts
• Relational and non-relational data stores
• Cloud computing concepts
• Technical Test Plan Design
• DAMA Principles and practice
• IT systems development processes
• Application development
• Standards and governance

Ideal:

Detailed knowledge of:

• Banking systems
• Agile development life cycle
• DAMA IBOK - Data management principals

Solid understanding of:

• Capitec Bank's systems environment
• Capitec Bank business model
• Best practices for Quality Assurance (QA)
• Agile development life cycle

Skills

• Communications Skills
• Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Project Management Skills (Methodolgy Specific)

Competencies

• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Presenting and Communicating Information
• Writing and Reporting
• Creating and Innovating
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
• Coping with Pressures and Setbacks

Additional Information

• A valid driver's license and own vehicle is required
• Contactable via own mobile phone
• Willingness to work or be available overtime and / or weekends if required

Desired Skills and Experience

• Responsible for a producing a comprehensive technical specification that offers a technical viable solution and address the business requirements
• Design and provide guidelines to facilitate projects within the Innovation Team
• Continuous business and industry research to guide the critical evaluation of architectural and design patterns & principles.