I&T Solutions Architect (Gauteng) at Fraser Alexander (Pty) Ltd.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical

• Analyse current technologies used within Fraser Alexander and determine ways to improve
• Evaluation and recommendation of technology in support of the business goals and optimise the delivery capability
• Define clear goals for all aspects of a project and manage their proper execution
• Ensure that introduction of new technologies will not pose any threats to the technology ecosystem
• Creates architectural designs to guide and contextualise solution development across products, services, projects, and systems (including applications, technologies, processes, and information)
• Assessment and proof of concept of new and emerging hardware and software technologies and products based on the organisation's needs and overall strategy
• Provide specifications according to which the solution is defined, managed, and delivered
• Act as a technical subject matter expert for the business and its stakeholders

Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with I&T within the company to ensure the hardware is available for projects and working properly
• Work closely with project management teams to successfully monitor the progress of initiatives
• Collaborate and understand the needs of the business and provide application solutions and recommendations to deliver on business expectations
• Supporting project teams to keep deliverables on target and on time
• Build effective and trusting relationships with leaders and peers
• Working cross-functionally to understand the architecture needs of multiple division, business units, and functions

Governance and Compliance

• Propose and establish a framework for necessary contributions from various departments
• Produce documentation to aid in the understanding of existing architecture solutions
• Application of best practice API development, deployment, governance, and management practices
• Review business specifications and ensure that it is up to standard
• Provide detailed technical specifications for proposed solutions
• Document and monitor requirements needed to implement required enhancements/updates

Innovation and Optimisation

• Account for possible project challenges on constraints, including risks, time, resources, and scope
• Research emerging trends and ideas
• Regularly implement improvements to current architecture processes and technology and create an environment that values ideas, creativity, and innovation
• Create a pipeline of breakthrough opportunities
• Champion the adoption of reusable architecture assets to improve efficiency

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• BSc degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

EXPERIENCE

• At least 8 years of experience in one or multiple technology areas
• Demonstrated experience working as a Solution Architect
• Project management and leadership skills are essential
• Experience developing I&T and infrastructure
• Current understanding of best practices regarding system security measures
• Experience in software engineering and design architecture
• Advanced knowledge of business analysis techniques and processes
• Professional experience working with and analysing computer hardware and software
• Demonstrated understanding of business and system architecture principles, frameworks (e.g., TOGAF), processes, and governance
• Extensive knowledge and experience working with operating systems