Senior Specialist: Software Architect at Vodafone Global Enterprise

Role Purpose/Business Unit:

• We are looking for a Senior Specialist: Software Architect to join our Technology team.
• This G Band role is responsible for defining and driving the architectural vision for new and existing products and shared microservices, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture principles, technology strategy, and long-term business objectives.

Your responsibilities will include:

Architecture & Solution Design

• Develop and maintain software architecture frameworks.
• Design scalable, secure solutions aligned with enterprise standards and oversee implementation across projects.

Project Oversight & R&D

• Lead research into emerging technologies and methodologies.
• Oversee project execution to ensure architectural alignment and technical excellence.

Compliance & Standards

• Define and maintain guiderails, standards, and policies for software architecture and SDLC practices.
• Ensure compliance with enterprise and regulatory requirements.

DevSecOps Integration

• Contribute to the DevSecOps strategy across the SDLC.
• Embed security into architectural designs and development workflows.

Technical Leadership

• Make project-specific design decisions, enforce coding standards, and guide technical teams.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure quality and consistency.

Architecture Documentation

• Create architecture and design diagrams using C4, UML, BPMN, and other frameworks.
• Document policies and standards to support development practices.

Problem Solving & Conflict Resolution

• Apply strong analytical skills to resolve technical challenges.
• Manage and resolve team or stakeholder conflicts constructively.

Prioritisation & Critical Thinking

• Balance multiple priorities effectively. Use creative and critical thinking to develop innovative, business-aligned solutions.

Prototyping & Innovation

• Build prototypes to validate architectural concepts and explore new technologies, ensuring feasibility and alignment with business goals.

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

• Matric / Grade 12 (essential)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Computer Engineering (essential)
• Cloud development certification (e.g. AWS Certified Developer) is advantageous
• 5+ years’ experience in software development and architecture
• Experience with agile methodologies (e.g. SAFe, Scrum, Kanban, XP)
• Experience in cloud-native environments and infrastructure automation
• Exposure to Big Data, analytics, and UX principles is a plus
• Involvement in defining high-level SDLC strategies and frameworks, including security considerations
• Familiarity with TMForum and Open Digital Architecture (ODA) standards is advantageous
• Strong understanding of AI and how to apply it effectively in software architecture and solution design

Core Competencies & Technical Skills

• Technological Proficiency
• Proficient in a wide range of technologies and frameworks, with the ability to quickly learn and adapt.
• Skilled in interpreting architecture diagrams and software designs.

Development Frameworks & Methodologies

• Familiar with API development, architectural patterns, software patterns, and various development methodologies.

Advanced System Design

• Experienced in crafting resilient, scalable systems and making architecture decisions that balance technical and business needs.

Technical Expertise & Innovation

• Proficient in multiple programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#) and development frameworks.
• Able to integrate new technologies to drive innovation.

Cloud Computing

• Skilled in designing and managing cloud-based solutions using AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

DevOps & Continuous Delivery

• Experienced with DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes), including CI/CD pipeline implementation.

Security Awareness & Compliance

• Knowledgeable in security best practices and compliance requirements, with experience embedding security into architecture.

AI & Machine Learning

• Understanding of AI/ML principles and ability to incorporate them into software architectures.

Microservices Architecture

• Skilled in designing and implementing microservices-based architectures, including containerization and orchestration.

API Design & Management

• Proficient in designing secure, scalable, and maintainable APIs.

Database Management

• Experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases, including schema design and performance optimization.
• Performance Optimisation
• Capable of identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks, and implementing tuning strategies.

We make an impact by offering:

• Enticing incentive programs and competitive benefit packages
• Retirement funds, risk benefits, and medical aid benefits
• Cell phone and data benefits, advantages fibre connection discounts, and exclusive staff discounts offered in collaboration with partner companies

Closing date for Applications: 21 July 2025.