65 Lead Architect jobs in South Africa

We are seeking an accomplished PHP Lead Architect to spearhead the design, architecture, and development of scalable, high-performance PHP applications. This leadership role combines technical expertise with strategic decision-making to define best practices, ensure top-tier application standards, and guide a talented development team.

If you are passionate about building robust applications and driving architectural excellence, we'd love to hear from you

Job Responsibilities

• Design and oversee the architecture of PHP applications, ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability.
• Lead technical planning and design sessions, driving critical technology and design decisions.
• Collaborate with developers, DevOps, and QA teams to establish and enforce best practices in code quality, testing, and deployment.
• Ensure applications meet rigorous security and compliance standards throughout the development lifecycle.
• Mentor and support development teams, conducting code reviews and offering technical guidance.
• Research and integrate emerging technologies to enhance functionality, performance, and scalability.

• Extensive experience in PHP development and architecture, with deep expertise in frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or Zend.
• Strong command of software design principles, including MVC, microservices, and RESTful APIs.
• Proficiency with relational databases (e.g., MySQL) and expertise in caching, load balancing, and performance optimization.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Proven track record of leading technical teams and delivering high-quality software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud) and containerization tools like Docker.
• Working knowledge of frontend technologies (e.g., , React) to support integrated architecture design.
• PHP Lead Architect certification or equivalent credentials.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Minimum Technical and Work Environment Requirements:

• Internet Connection:

• Primary internet connection with a minimum speed of 15 Mbps.

• Backup internet connection with at least 10 Mbps.

• Backup connection must be capable of supporting work during a power outage.

• Primary Device:

• Desktop or laptop equipped with at least:

• Intel Core i5 (8th generation or newer), Intel Core i3 (10th generation or newer), AMD Ryzen 5, or an equivalent processor.

• A minimum of 8 GB RAM.

• Backup Device:

• Must meet or exceed the performance of an Intel Core i3 processor.

• Must be functional during power interruptions.

• Peripherals and Workspace:

• A functioning webcam.

• A noise-canceling USB headset.
• A quiet, dedicated home office space.
• A smartphone for communication and verification purposes.

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Key Responsibilities

Lead Development & Architecture

Architect and implement scalable SharePoint solutions using Out-of-the-Box features, SPFx , and (optionally) Power Platform components.

Provide technical direction and mentorship to developers in SharePoint and Power Platform technologies.

Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards, governance, and best practices .

Team Leadership

Manage and guide a team of 3–5 developers, ensuring on-time delivery and quality outputs.

Conduct code reviews, sprint planning, and technical workshops .

Partner with the Project Manager to manage timelines, risks, and resource allocation .

Customer Engagement

Serve as the primary technical contact for clients and stakeholders.

Translate business requirements into practical, innovative technical solutions.

Present architectural designs, progress updates, and roadmaps to both technical and business audiences.

Platform Enhancement

Champion continuous improvement of SharePoint environments.

Engage with business units to identify opportunities for automation, optimisation, and collaboration enhancement .

Monitor platform performance, recommending and implementing improvements.

Required Skills & Experience

Minimum 6 years’ experience as a SharePoint Architect or Senior SharePoint Developer in enterprise environments.

Strong expertise in SharePoint Online / Microsoft 365 and SharePoint Framework (SPFx) .

Intermediate expertise in Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI).

Proven experience leading development teams and managing end-to-end technical delivery.

Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills.

Strong problem-solving ability and capacity to work independently in a fast-paced setting.

Experience with JIRA an advantage.

Preferred Qualifications

Microsoft certifications in SharePoint , Power Platform , or related Microsoft 365 technologies.

Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices .

Familiarity with Azure services and integration patterns .

Who are Kocho

Kocho recognise that technology on its own does not deliver change and offers technology adoption services alongside excellent technical consulting to enable our clients to achieve their business goals on their journey to Become Greater.

Our head office is in the heart of London's West End and provides a comfortable working environment with flexible collaboration spaces that encourage our people to Become Greater with the aim to Do What's Right. In 2022 we be opened new offices in Cardiff and Cape Town which follow the style of our London space. Kocho is an equal opportunities employer. We make recruitment decisions based on qualifications, skill set and experiences. We consider all suitable candidates regardless of their age, sex, gender reassignment, race, religious beliefs, or lack thereof, marital status, disability or sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic. This is mindset aligns with our company values as we understand that we are Better Together.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Lead Architect with a strong background in Identity and Access Management (IDAM), Cloud SaaS and robust experience in both manual and automated testing across modern software platforms. You will be joining a fast-paced agile team of developers and product specialists to play a critical role in ensuring the quality, security, and performance of systems built on Azure cloud infrastructure using , REST APIs, and secure authentication protocols. This is a hands-on role suited for a detail-oriented, collaborative engineer with a passion for testing secure, scalable, and user-focused applications.

Responsibilities include:

• Designing and executing end-to-end test strategies for web applications and APIs
• Leading frontend testing efforts with , Playwright, JEST, and accessibility tools like Axe
• Performing API testing using Postman and Swagger with JSON validation; automating tests and integrating them into CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and YAML
• Validating performance using K6 or Gatling; and ensuring secure user authentication and session handling using OAuth, SSO, MFA, and RBAC.

You'll collaborate with stakeholders, the wider business and consultants and apply knowledge of best practices and standards to the whole of the business. You'll also champion QA best practices in Agile sprints and work across teams to uphold high standards of UI/UX, security, and reliability.

Essential skills include: experience with IDAM platforms (e.g., Azure AD, ForgeRock, Okta), strong knowledge of OAuth, SSO, MFA, and RBAC; frontend testing using , Playwright, JEST, and Axe; performance testing with K6 or Gatling; API testing with Postman and Swagger; CI/CD integration with Azure DevOps and YAML; basic understanding of Terraform and Azure platform services; and solid Agile QA practices including test planning and sprint-based delivery. Familiarity with Azure DevOps Boards, Git, and browser dev tools is expected.

Preferred (but not required) are relevant testing certifications, experience in regulated industries such as finance or healthcare, and familiarity with Zero Trust security models.

We are seeking an experienced Oracle BRM Developer/Lead/Architect to join our team in South Africa. The ideal candidate will have 5-14 years of experience in developing and implementing Oracle BRM solutions, with a strong focus on system architecture, performance optimization, and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Oracle BRM solutions based on business requirements.

• Lead development teams in delivering high-quality software solutions.

• Architect and optimize existing BRM systems for performance and scalability.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and provide technical guidance.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in BRM applications and integrations.

• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers on best practices.

• Stay updated with the latest Oracle BRM features and technologies.

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong experience with Oracle BRM (Billing and Revenue Management)

• Proficiency in PL/SQL and SQL for database interactions

• Experience with Oracle Cloud and related technologies

• Knowledge of BRM architecture, data models, and APIs

• Familiarity with integration tools and methodologies (e.g., REST, SOAP)

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Location: Harare or Johannesburg South Africa - On site at one of these locations

Hours: Full Time

Reports to: Chief Technology Officer – Africa Clinical Research Network

Our Mission:

The African Clinical Research Network (ACRN) is an African-led and African-driven clinical research organisation. Our work not only promotes and supports a vibrant life sciences ecosystem but also profoundly impacts Africa's health and economic development. By facilitating sustainable, innovative, collaborative, and community-oriented research, ACRN is poised to transform healthcare and improve lives across Africa, inspiring a new era of clinical research.

We provide high-quality data, harmonise regulatory processes to improve timelines, support capacity building within the existing ethics and regulatory systems, and enhance community trust and research participation. These are some of the first key steps to making Africa more competitive in the global life sciences industry, a goal we are proud to contribute to.

The ACRN drives clinical research excellence by connecting researchers to opportunities, enhancing research capacity in existing facilities, implementing high-quality trials and research, and leveraging a robust digital infrastructure.

We are committed to fostering the community's understanding of research. Through our community engagement network, we significantly increase stakeholder buy-in of clinical results, thereby enhancing the transparency and credibility of our research.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Lead Architect with a strong background in cloud-based health systems architecture, automation, and project management (PMO). The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing a secure, scalable, and interoperable Cloud Health Information System (HIS) that integrates health data, automation tools, and regulatory compliance frameworks.

This role requires strategic leadership, technical expertise, and project management acumen to ensure smooth execution of complex IT transformations within the healthcare and finance sectors. You will work closely with PMO teams, stakeholders, and technical teams to ensure that system architecture aligns with business objectives, operational workflows, and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Cloud & Enterprise Architecture

Design and oversee the development of a cloud-native HIS using AWS, Azure, Oracle or GCP, ensuring scalability, security, and high availability.

Develop enterprise-wide architecture that integrates HIS, EHRs, LAB, financial systems, automation tools, and regulatory compliance frameworks.

Ensure alignment with industry standards (FHIR, HL7, DICOM, ISO 20022, PCI-DSS, etc.) for seamless data exchange and interoperability.

Health Systems Integration

Architect and manage integration between healthcare information systems LAB and financial platforms (billing, claims, revenue cycle management, and payment gateways).

Design a secure data exchange between clinical and financial systems, ensuring regulatory compliance and data privacy.

Oversee automation of financial workflows, including claims processing, fraud detection, and reconciliation.

Project Management & PMO Collaboration

Partner with the PMO team to ensure that architecture aligns with strategic project goals, budgets, and timelines.

Establish and enforce governance frameworks, best practices, and compliance standards for cloud system implementation.

Provide technical oversight on large-scale digital transformation initiatives in healthcare and finance.

Act as a bridge between technical teams, business stakeholders, and executive leadership to ensure smooth project execution.

Automation & Digital Transformation

Lead the implementation of AI/ML-driven automation for patient workflows, LAB Processing and Reporting, Financial transactions, and claims processing.

Leverage RPA (Robotic Process Automation) to streamline administrative tasks in healthcare operations and financial systems.

Design real-time data analytics platforms to provide actionable insights for decision-making.

Security, Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure HIPAA, GDPR, GCP, GLP, POPIA, PCI-DSS, and ISO compliance across cloud health and financial systems.

Develop a cybersecurity strategy to safeguard patient and financial data from threats.

Implement identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and fraud detection mechanisms.

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

Lead a multidisciplinary team of developers, DevOps engineers, PMO professionals, and automation specialists.

Collaborate with healthcare providers, clinical research sites and government agencies to align system capabilities with regulatory requirements and industry needs.

Act as a thought leader in digital health transformation, driving continuous innovation.

Qualifications & Experience:

10+ years in IT architecture, with at least 5 years in cloud-based healthcare or financial systems.

Experience working in PMO environments within healthcare, finance, or digital transformation projects.

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Health Informatics, Finance, or a related field.

Strong expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Oracle, GCP) and microservices architecture.

Experience with FHIR, HL7, SMART on FHIR, DICOM, ISO 20022, and financial transaction APIs.

Proven track record in enterprise-wide system integration and automation.

Deep understanding of security frameworks, data governance, and regulatory compliance.

Project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile methodologies) is a plus.

Excellent leadership, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills.

Work Environment:

This position can be based in Zimbabwe or South Africa, with occasional travel to other office locations as necessary. The role may require flexible working hours to support remote teams and ensure systems are running smoothly across time zones.

Please apply online providing a covering letter specifically highlighting how your existing skills and experiences support fulfilling the responsibilities of this role.

At Open Box Software, we don't just deliver software - we help businesses unlock the power of data to drive smarter decisions. We're looking for a
Lead Data Architect
to shape strategic, enterprise-scale data solutions and lead technical engagements that make a real difference. If you enjoy translating complex requirements into powerful architectures, love working with cloud-native technologies, and want to mentor and lead teams in delivering high-impact solutions, we'd love to hear from you.

This is your opportunity to join a collaborative and high-performing team that values technical excellence, personal growth, and creating genuine impact for our international clients.

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced and meticulous
Lead Data Architect
to spearhead client strategic engagement, design, proposal, and implementation of robust and scalable data solutions for our diverse client base. This role requires a blend of deep technical expertise in data architecture, a keen eye for detail, and an innovative approach to problem-solving. The Lead Data Architect will be instrumental in defining our data landscape, ensuring high-quality technical delivery, and guiding our engineering efforts.

Responsibilities

• Architectural Design & Implementation: Design, propose, and oversee the implementation of enterprise-level data architectures, including data warehouses (Kimball methodologies), data lakes (Medallion architecture), data governance processes, master data solutions and modern data platforms (Azure, Microsoft Fabric).
• Technical Leadership & Guidance: Provide senior technical guidance to implementation teams, ensuring adherence to best practices, high-quality code, and scalable solutions.
• Technical Estimation & Scoping: Develop accurate and detailed proposal documents of varying complexity along with the requisite accurate effort estimations for technical delivery.
• Documentation & Visualization: Create clear, comprehensive, and high-quality architectural diagrams, technical specifications, and discovery workshop documentation. Develop consistency within this arena to streamline service offerings and provide an exceptional client experience.
• Technology Evaluation & Recommendation: Research, evaluate, and recommend cutting-edge data technologies and tools to enhance our service offerings and client solutions.
• Quality Assurance: Champion a culture of high-quality technical delivery to ensure robust and maintainable data solutions.
• Innovation: Actively seek out-of-the-box solutions and creative approaches to complex data challenges, fostering a forward-thinking technical environment.
• Meaningful Client Engagements: Engage with clients and build meaningful relationships to support the sales process as well as successfully eliciting requirements for varying requirements based on client needs.
• Strategic Vision: Capacity to consult with clients at a strategic level to develop an enterprise roadmap whilst incorporating technical architecture to support varying outcomes.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 - 5 years of hands-on experience in data architecture
• 5 – 8 years solid experience in data and analytics, data modelling, data engineering, reporting, data management and data governance
• Proven consulting experience of between 2 – 4 years delivering commercial proposals covering simple through to complex client requirements and project sizes
• A strong portfolio of successfully delivered enterprise-level data solutions.

Technical Acumen:

• Deep expertise in Data Warehousing (Kimball Methodology) and Data Lake (Medallion Architecture) principles and implementation.
• Extensive practical experience with Azure data services and Microsoft Fabric.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing complex data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes.
• Strong understanding of data governance, security, and compliance best practices.

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills:

• Exceptional analytical skills with a proven ability to think creatively and solve complex technical problems.

Attention to Detail:

• Meticulous attention to detail in design, client presentations, documentation, and implementation.

Communication:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

Team Success:

• Values team-based delivery through working well with different stakeholders both internally and externally.

Creativity:

• Can generate new content for client facing presentations of a high standard and that encourage meaningful client engagements and support sales related activities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering or equivalent
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Data Engineer Associate).
• Experience with other cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) is a plus.
• Familiarity with DataOps and MLOps principles is a plus.
• CDMP Master or Practitioner is a plus.

Personal Traits:

• Friendly and humble
• Conscientious
• Empathetic and self-aware
• Considerate
• Self-motivated
• Strong work ethic
• Sound decision-making ability
• Team player

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT Boldr

Boldr is the first global B-Corp dedicated to delivering world-class Client experiences while creating access to dignified, meaningful work in communities around the world.

We are a global team, united by our desire to connect diverse people with common values for boldr impact.

We employ just over a thousand team members across five countries and we want to employ over 5,000 people by 2027, if not sooner.

LET'S START WITH OUR VALUES

Meaningful connections start with AUTHENTICITY

We do our best work by being CURIOUS

We grow by remaining DYNAMIC

Our success combines AMBITIOUS VISION with OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

At the heart of great partnerships, we'll always find EMPATHY

WHAT IS YOUR ROLE

As a Lead, Solutions Architect, you will manage a small team of Solutions Architects and Implementation Specialists, ensuring high-quality delivery of client solutions. You will oversee the execution of solution design, workflow mapping, and operational implementation across assigned accounts, while coaching and mentoring your team to achieve excellence.

Your focus will be on delivery leadership, team performance, and client satisfaction rather than defining enterprise-wide strategy. You will also serve as the escalation point for technical and operational challenges, ensuring solutions meet Boldr's standards for quality, repeatability, and client impact.

Success in this role is measured by on-time, high-quality solution delivery, client satisfaction, and the growth and performance of your team.

WHY DO WE WANT YOU

We want a hands-on leader who can coach, mentor, and guide a small team while ensuring delivery excellence. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, can solve operational challenges efficiently, and are passionate about enabling your team to deliver measurable impact for clients.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

Team Leadership & Development

Manage, coach, and support a small team of Solutions Architects and Implementation Specialists.

Set clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback.

Support professional development and skill growth within the team.

Client Solution Delivery

Oversee solution design and implementation across assigned accounts.

Ensure solutions follow established Boldr frameworks, templates, and best practices.

Serve as the point of escalation for complex client or operational issues.

Support the delivery team in client workshops and solution documentation.

Operational Excellence

Monitor project progress and solution adoption metrics.

Ensure workflows, integrations, and automation solutions are executed according to operational standards.

Identify and share improvement opportunities within assigned accounts or processes.

WHAT WE'LL LIKE ABOUT YOU

YOU ARE…

A hands-on, collaborative leader who guides your team through challenges.

Detail-oriented and proactive in ensuring delivery quality.

A strong communicator, able to interact effectively with clients and internal teams.

Curious, authentic, and passionate about client success.

YOU HAVE…

A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

3-4 years of experience in solutions architecture, consulting, or implementation roles.

1–2 years of experience leading a small team or mentoring other professionals.

Strong experience with workflow mapping, system integration, and operational delivery.

Familiarity with CRM, helpdesk, and automation platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Zendesk, HubSpot, Gorgias).

Excellent problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.

Availability to collaborate across global time zones, including Eastern Time alignment.

Availability to align with Eastern Time Zone

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Work From Home
• Training & Development

Lead/Principal Software Architect (Python, React, GCP & AWS)
Role Summary
We are representing a remote-first technology consultancy looking for a hands-on Principal Architect to define the technical vision for complex, global client projects.

As the senior technical authority in your domain, you will be responsible for making the critical architectural decisions that shape the future of our client's products, while also staying close to the code and mentoring senior developers and engineering leads.

This role is ideal for an expert engineer who thrives on solving large-scale technical challenges and is passionate about building secure, scalable, and resilient systems.

You will lead by example, setting the standard for engineering excellence and guiding teams to deliver high-quality software on a modern, cloud-native stack.

Why This is a Great Move for You

• Define the End-to-End Technical Vision This is your opportunity to own the complete technical strategy for major products. You will make the foundational architectural decisions, create the technical roadmap, and ensure the long-term success and scalability of the platform.
• Lead and Influence Across Teams Act as the senior technical authority and a force multiplier for our engineering organisation. You will guide multiple development teams, mentor Lead Engineers, and influence the broader technology strategy.
• Remain Hands-On with Modern Technology This is not a purely theoretical role. You will stay deeply technical by designing systems, writing proof-of-concept code, and setting the standard for quality with a modern stack including Python, FastAPI, React, Kubernetes, and multi-cloud environments (GCP/AWS).
• Solve Enterprise-Scale Problems Tackle the most complex technical challenges for large, international clients. You will be responsible for designing systems that are secure, highly available, and built to operate on a global scale.

What You'll Be Doing

• Owning the high-level architecture and long-term technical roadmap for key product areas.
• Designing scalable, secure, and resilient systems on GCP and AWS.
• Mentoring Lead and Senior Engineers to cultivate technical excellence within the teams.
• Staying hands-on by writing proofs-of-concept and establishing engineering best practices and patterns.
• Collaborating with product leadership and client stakeholders to align technical strategy with business goals.

What You'll Bring

• Extensive experience as a Staff, Principal, or Architect-level software engineer.
• Expert-level knowledge of Python and modern web frameworks like FastAPI.
• Deep architectural experience with cloud platforms (GCP and AWS) and container orchestration with Kubernetes.
• A strong foundation in Security Engineering and designing secure-by-default systems.
• Proven ability to lead and influence senior technical staff and communicate complex ideas effectively.
• Experience with frontend technologies like React is beneficial.

The Lead Enterprise Architect is a delivery leader of the Enterprise Architecture team that operationally leads EA planning, delivery and performs key execution.

The role will also focus on building and maturing the capabilities, provides planning, support, insights and forecasting to the strategic direction of Enterprise Architecture and drives EA governance and control of the architecture.

Problems are complex and open ended and affect more than one area of the business.

Solutions need to be determined through consultation with other areas of the business:

Enterprise Architecture Strategy Implementation

Solution Crafting

Standards and Best Practices

Technical Evaluations & Assessments

EA Leadership

Strategy, Consulting & Alignment

Definition, implementation, and execution of the processes for the definition, maintenance, and conformance management of the Enterprise Architecture.

Update and maintenance of the key Enterprise Architecture deliverables.

Establishment and maintenance of contacts within business units and information system programs to understand business activities and business drivers, business requirements, solutions strategies and alternatives, etc., being considered and/or implemented.

Architectural leadership in the resolutions of inter-program and inter-project issues.

Ongoing publicity and communication of the Enterprise Architecture both within the information community, and the business units.

Ongoing research and assessment of new analysis approaches for potential use within the Enterprise.

National Senior Certificate.

Bachelor's IT Degree (NQF 7).

Enterprise Architecture Certified.

5 to 7 years work experience required as an Enterprise Architect.

Modern architectural frameworks such as TOGAF, ZACHMAN.

Between 5 - 7 Years