Solutions Architect at FNB South Africa

Job Description

• Create integrated business processes, technologies, information and application architectural frameworks and high-level roadmap for the implementation of the architecture aligned to applicable FirstRand standards. 
• Design, recommend and govern implementation of solutions across the bank to address business needs and solve business problems. Manage change process and establish overall solutions architecture and frameworks.

Are you someone who can:

• Drive business profitability in the context of cost management through Information technology solutions
• Increase operational efficiency and suggest solutions to enhance cost effectiveness
• Develop and implement differentiated service models for client segments.
• Cultivate and manage objective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including end-users, SME’s, project managers and senior staff members by providing input to business requirements

You will be an ideal candidate if you have the following:

• Have 5+ years of experience in the IT field as a Systems Architect
• Preferred: Banking Industry Experience
• Have an IT-related Degree or Diploma.
• Have programming experience or knowledge of programming principles.
• Have 2-3 years of experience in Systems Architecture and Kubernetes.
• Have strong design skills on Linux and Windows systems.
• Have advanced implementation and administration expertise in Kubernetes/Rancher.
• Have a Java development background (advantageous).
• Have experience with automated deployments (advantageous).
• Have solid understanding of infrastructure, data, and application systems.
• Have TOGAF and/or Zachman certification (advantageous but not required).
• Have knowledge of Test-Driven Development.
• Are familiar with Agile methodologies.
• Have experience with OpenShift.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create integrated business processes, technologies, information and application architectural frameworks and high-level roadmap for the implementation of the architecture aligned to applicable FirstRand standards.
• Manage people by executing management responsibilities and create an environment that encourages employee growth and performance excellence.
• Demonstrate leadership behavior through personal involvement, commitment and dedication in support of organizational values.
• Apply a customer-centric approach, to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Focus on tactical service plans to deliver and continuously provide a consistent, seamless and positive customer experience.
• Establish mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders, that support thought leadership, innovative and integrated practice solutions.
• Draw up a budget aligned to tactical delivery plans, monitor effectiveness and report on variances.
• Manage expenditure planning and reporting within approved budget parameters.
• Develop, encourage and nurture collaborative relationships within FNB and/or across the FRG.
• Ensure IT governance approvals of technology solutions, oversee relevant HR Digitization initiatives and represents relevant business areas in different capacities at IT Governance and Architecture forums to ensure alignment with applicable FirstRand standards and achievement of business objectives.
• Manage Application Architecture Operational processes to ensure optimal costing and data integrity aligned to best practice for Enterprise Architecture.
• Deliver proof of concept solutions/prototypes and evaluate fit for purpose of relevant solutions for business areas in area of responsibility.

You will have access to:

• Opportunities to network and collaborate
• Challenging Working
• Opportunities to innovate

End Date: October 7, 2025