Snr Specialist: Digital Solutions Architect at BCX

Core Description

To develop transversal digital platform solutions in accordance with business and customer requirements,designing and facilitating  the most optimal profitable solutions and customer roadmaps for digital transformation. 

Key Deliverables / Primary Functions

• Contributing and actively driving  the Digital Platforms Solutions Innovation & Technology Business Unit Strategy  
• Accountable for producing innovative complex, multiple transversal unit solutions that meet the required levels of quality and standards within negotiated and agreed service levels, operational level agreements or contracts. 
• Accountable for developing and presenting winning solution proposals including inter alia solution strategy, architecture and design and pricing that meets client requirements and aligns with the BCX Digital Platform Services strategy 
• Identifying and mitigating Technology, Commercial and Delivery risks in proposed solutions. 
• Engaging with external stakeholders, along with BCX OEM’s, to understand and shape client strategy and requirements and subsequently present solution proposals to those clients. 
• Participating in client or vendor contract negotiations where required. 
• Participating in deal qualification or selection processes 
• Collaborating with and facilitating efficient engagement between and within BCX Divisions and Specialised Sales 
• Establish and enhance relationships and network with partners, customers and vendors 

Functional Skills

• Proposal and Solution development
• SLA & OLA Management
• Client & Vendor Management
• Risk Management
• Project Management
• Digital Platform Services Solutions

Behavioural Competencies

• Communication and Impact (Observed throughout the interview process)
• Decision Making
• Meeting the customer expectations
• Developing and implementing strategy
• People -Team Leadership

Qualifications

• Relevant Diploma (NQF 6) in Information Technology in Information Technology

OR NQF 4 (Grade 12)

Experience

• 10+ years’ experience in solution architecture, of which 2 years at a senior level – with specific experience in developing application, digital or specialised software platform solutions. 

Certifications / Professional Registration

None

Special Requirements/ Employment Condition

Valid Drivers license

Willing to travel (local and international)

Work Characteristics

• WFA /Office Based