8 System Architecture jobs in South Africa

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As a Cloud SOlutioins Architect manager in AI Business Solutions area you will the CSA's in the Customer Success Unit team in RSA to drive consumption and usage excellence in Workforce AI, Business Process Application and Low Code.
**Responsibilities**
+ You will deliver success through empowerment and accountability by modeling, coaching, and caring, living Microsoft's values and culture and be responsible for attracting and retaining great people.
+ You will drive your team to provide thought leadership in identifying trends and proactively proposing solutions that drive transformative delivery across customers/partners. You also ensure adherence to Microsoft standards and recommended practices by setting expectations for the team around methodology and governance to ensure that the team identifies, communicates, and minimizes business and technical risks.
+ You will drive awareness across all levels of the organization of customer/partner challenges, industry trends, and competitor architectures to allow team members to engage with customers/partners, demonstrate Microsoft's value, and develop counter strategy.
+ Additionally, you will accelerate innovation by coaching teams on building and/or modifying intellectual properties (IPs) rooted in domain expertise and/or industry acumen.
+ Finally, you will model how to engage constructively and transparently with the technical and/or business community locally and globally.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, Liberal Arts, or related field AND 10+ years experience in cloud/infrastructure technologies, information technology (IT) consulting/support, software development/support, technology solutions, practice development, architecture, and/or consulting
+ OR equivalent experience
+ 5+ years people management experience, including managing consultant practice managers, technical sales managers, technical architect managers, and/or people managers
**Preferred Qualifications (PQs)**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, Liberal Arts, or related field AND 15+ years experience in cloud/infrastructure technologies, information technology (IT) consulting/support, software development/support, technology solutions, practice development, architecture, and/or consulting
+ OR Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or related field AND 12+ years experience in cloud/infrastructure technologies, technology solutions, practice development, architecture, and/or consulting
+ OR equivalent experience
+ 8+ years experience working in a customer-facing role (e.g., internal and/or external) or 8+ years experience leading technical projects, teams, or functions.
+ Technical Certification in Cloud (e.g., Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google, security certifications)
+ 8+ years people management experience, including managing consultant practice managers, technical sales managers, technical architect managers, and/or people managers
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Structural Information

Job number: 10020842

Job title: Ops Specialist: Solution Architecture

Job grade: S6

Group/ BU: CSB

Division: Mobile Network

Span of control: 0

Reports to: Management

REM Functional Area: IT

Core Description

Responsible for the Technical Architecture related to the Mobile/ FMC Core Network, VAS and Online Rating and Charging environments. Formulating a Solution Architecture for conceptualised Products and Services. An excellent understanding of the Technical Architecture is required. Technology Strategy and Research will form part of this portfolio. Providing Technical support/ consultancy to relevant Business Units. Involvement in the tender process.

Job Responsibilities

OUTPUT 1

Researched, Assessed and Selected Technologies

SUB-OUTPUTS

Perform technology scan

Compile reports

Compile technology strategies and policies, and present these

Obtain approval (feedback and follow-up)

Monitor implementation

RANGE

Switching and protocol technologies

Routing

Service platforms

Network management

Applications and services

OUTPUT 2

Performed Sourcing Activities

SUB-OUTPUTS

Prepare technical specifications

Update technical specification

Attend sourcing committee meetings

Assure integration by means of complete specification in documents

Compile and issue request for information (RFI)

Evaluate RFI

RANGE

Service platforms

Switching

Routing

Network management

Applications And Services

OUTPUT 3

Compiled Technical Service Description

SUB-OUTPUTS

Perform technical assessment

Define the technical means for implementing the service in Telkom's

network

Provide due dates for the implementation of service

Provide an understanding of the network limitations

Provide technical input for the specification and development of service

Provide the detailed and accurate costs of implementing the service

Co-ordinate input from SME's

Ensure description of IFs, CDRs, functionality, provisioning and NM

is done completely to ensure smooth project realisation

RANGE

All Telkom's Products and Services

OUTPUT 4

Provided Consultation

SUB-OUTPUTS

Ensure that technical understanding is in line with products team and

other stakeholders

Formulate and present possible solutions

Compile and distribute reports/ documentation

Provide feedback

RANGE

Technical

Trouble shooting

Minor modifications

Minor software patches

OUTPUT 5

Evaluated Technology/ Service Application

SUB-OUTPUTS

Consult with the group responsible for evaluation/ proof of concept

Provide input wrt required test cases that influence the business

process (typically billing and administration)

RANGE

All solution components as defined by CET

OUTPUT 6

Conducted NGN-related Research

SUB-OUTPUTS

Gather information

Provide feedback

Submit to relevant role players

Conduct research

Determine nature of research objectives

Prioritise objectives

Consult with role players / client

Compile research report

RANGE

New / existing / obsolete technologies

Core Competencies

FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE

Fixed and Mobile Telephone Network; 3GPP Standards and Architecture; Interface (SS7/ SIGTRAN, CAP, MAP, etc.); Technical; Suppliers; Technology; Communication Systems; Communication Technology; IP Networks

Functional Skills

Technical Documentation Interpretation; Conflict Management; Consultation Techniques; Evaluating Techniques; Research Techniques; Analytical; Problem Solving; Cross Functional Teamwork; Technical Writing Techniques; Continuous Improvement; Conceptual Ability; Systems Engineering

Certifications

Education

• NQF 6: 3 year Diploma/ National Diploma in Engineering or Telecommunication
  
  
  

Experience

• 3 Years relevant experience
  
  
  

Additional Information

Qualifications and Experience:

• B.Tech Electrical or B.Eng. Electrical/ Electronic degree or a Technical qualification in Telecommunications.
• Experience preferably in IT/ Solution Architecture environment.
  
  
  

Special Requirements

Physical Requirements

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THE JOB AT A GLANCE

As the Head : Enterprise Architecture, you will be reporting into the Chief Information Officer. Your role will be to define, govern and continuously evolve RMA’s enterprise architecture blueprint—spanning business, data, application and infrastructure domains by establishing and enforcing architecture principles, standards and reference models. Your role ensures all architecture blueprint and solution designs adhere to a consistent, scalable and secure framework, accelerates delivery through reusable patterns, drives innovation, and mitigates risk through rigorous review and compliance processes.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

Architectural Vision & Principles

• Define, evangelize and maintain RMA’s architectural vision, principles and standards
• Ensure every solution is designed against a consistent, future-ready blueprint that supports strategic objectives.

Architecture Governance & Oversight

Establish and chair the Architecture Review Board; manage exceptions and enforce compliance

Maintain a living reference architecture library, patterns catalog and technology standards

Perform architecture health-checks, risk assessments and design reviews for all major initiatives.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

Conduct horizon scanning and Proof-of-Concepts for emerging technologies (e.g., AI / ML, serverless, edge computing)

Streamline the architecture lifecycle—improving methods, toolchains and collaboration—to accelerate delivery

Publish best-practice patterns, lead workshops and update guidance to ensure rapid adoption

Execute post-implementation reviews to measure performance, scalability and user feedback; drive enhancements.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

Partner with Security, Data Governance, PMO, Software Development and Business Units to embed architecture early in project lifecycles

Lead architecture evaluations for key vendors, negotiate technology standards in SLAs and influence vendor roadmaps.

Success Metrics & KPIs

Adoption : ≥ percentage of major projects reviewed by the EA function

Cycle Time Reduction : percentage decrease in delivery lead time through reusable reference architectures

Risk Mitigation : Number of critical design vulnerabilities detected and remediated pre-go-live.

Technical Ecosystem & Tools

Define reference models for cloud / hybrid platforms and integration patterns (API-first, microservices, event-driven)

Select and manage EA tools to support modelling, reporting and repository management.

Compliance, Risk & Data Privacy

Embed regulatory requirements and enterprise risk controls into architecture blueprints

Partner with Risk & Compliance to assess residual architecture risks and own remediation plans.

People & Financial Management

Build, mentor and scale a high-performing architecture team; define career paths and growth plans

Forecast resource capacity, allocate skilled staff to critical programs and maintain continuity of expertise

Develop and manage the EA function’s operating budget—forecasting, approval and cost control in line with RMA’s guidelines

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and high engagement.

Professional Development & Culture

Champion continuous learning : support certification pursuits (TOGAF, CISSP, cloud accreditations) and internal “architecture guilds.”

Promote diversity, inclusion and an open knowledge-sharing environment across IT and business communities.

Management Reporting

Produce and maintain a set of EA KPIs in alignment with the agreed objectives

Update executive leadership monthly on trends, emerging risks and resource capacity

Deliver a concise architecture review that covers :

As-Is vs To-Be progress against roadmaps

Summary of design reviews and risk mitigations completed.

Stakeholder Briefings

Present tailored reports to the CIO / CTO, PMO and business unit heads, highlighting :

Upcoming architecture dependencies or potential blockers

Remediation plans for critical compliance or security gaps

Opportunities to reuse existing components for cost or time savings.

WHAT WILL YOU GET IN RETURN?

We offer great opportunities for personal and professional development in a stable company that is 131 years strong. The role comes with a competitive salary package and various benefits. Furthermore, you will be part of a dedicated group of colleagues who value teamwork and collaboration.

Turnaround time

The shortlisting process will only start once the advert due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress within the recruitment process and the availability of our managers.Kindly note that should you not receive a response within 21 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing date : 10th August 2025

Our Commitment to transformation :

In accordance with the employment equity plan of Rand Mutual Assurance and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

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Posting Date: Mar 20, 2025

Company: Sasol

Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 70-year heritage. Through our talented people, we use our expertise and selected technologies to safely and sustainably source, manufacture and market chemical and energy products globally. When you join Team Sasol, you are joining a company that puts people at the center of everything we do.

Sasol invests in its employees along every stage of the career path and offers development opportunities to help you cultivate your career in a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Purpose of Job

The Sasol Snr Architect Enterprise Architecture (Manufacturing Technology) forms part of a core team that drives the visioning, architectural design, value definition and transformation planning through leveraging digital and other technologies.

Key Accountabilities

As a Manufacturing Technology Architect, you will be responsible for transforming manufacturing execution systems and platforms that enable plant value streams such as lab operations, process development, process control, industrial IT, manage maintenance & integrity, manage quality, manage production, manage SHE, manage exploration, manage logistics, Retail systems and interfaces into OT environment.

The Manufacturing Technology Architect will work with MES, IIT and OT systems that span across Secunda plant operations, Mining operations, Sasolburg plant operations, ROAS operations, Mozambique plant operations and London operations.

The Manufacturing Technology Architect is also leading and orchestrating the effort of scanning the market for technology driven innovation opportunities and communicating their realistic business value expectations to business and IM leaders. The Manufacturing Technology Architect is a crucial enabler that will drive balance between enabling high velocity and innovation for relatively autonomous Product Teams, while at the same time protecting the integrity and end-to-end strategy of Sasol’s technology landscape.

The Manufacturing Technology Architect drives deep collaboration on the Portfolio level with the Operations Portfolio & Product Delivery team, through regular one-to-one alignment sessions, Architecture Forums, ad-hoc discussions and Solution Architecture Chapter meetings. Together with Senior Solution Architects across the Portfolio & Product Delivery team they ensure the design of pragmatic and clear guardrails across Sasol and find ways to optimise Information Technology costs. Engagement with Product Owners and Portfolio Owners will be key to understand their unfiltered views on the constraints and opportunities of the technology stacks serving each Product. The Manufacturing Technology Architect defines and ensures adherence to Enterprise Architecture standards and leveraging fit-for-purpose technologies.

With regards to subject matter, the Manufacturing Technology Architect is responsible for driving sustainable and long-term value-increasing architectural principles, approaches and patterns, such as building modular but fluently integrated solutions from loosely coupled components backed up by solid data management. The Manufacturing Technology Architect must also ensure the use of effective, common frameworks and guidelines to drive improved and consistent quality in the solutions provided. They adapt the pace of Enterprise Architecture work and collaboration with the pace of the Product Teams, acting as accelerators at innovation enablers rather than bottlenecks.

1. Design and provide guard rails for the implementation of Manufacturing Execution solution based on enterprise business requirements and IT strategies
2. Guide enterprise implementations and global rollouts together with program and project managers
3. Gather, translate and consolidate strategic business requirements
4. Analyse enterprise business drivers to determine corresponding architectural requirements
5. Develop a solution strategy on the evolution of the enterprise manufacturing platforms from current to future state
6. Ability to translate business needs into architecture requirements, value cases and roadmaps

Formal Education

University Bachelor's Degree preferably in the following disciplines:

• Engineering: Electrical and Electronic (B.Ing)
• Computer Sciences
• Informatics/Information Technology

Experience

• SAP integration projects for industrial organization (SAP PP, MM, SD, WM) modules
• Experience in managing full end to end MES implementation including OT interfaces and environment
• Good understanding of ERP integration and shop floor systems (e.g. OPC) integration
• Knowledge of MES (Manufacturing Execution System, Real Time Platforms, Access Control, IIT and Retail), Manufacturing Operations concepts/systems & Plant Automation Controls
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills – the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, executives, managers, and subject matter experts
• Good understanding of DevOps methodology
• Deep Knowledge and design experience in Microsoft Azure and OSI Soft Platforms
• Understanding of ISA 95/ISA 88 guidelines
• Strong communication skills with both internal team members and customers
• Internally motivated, able to work proficiently both independently and in a team environment
• Follow best practices for developing applications and services
• Strong initiative to find ways to improve solutions, systems, and processes
• Hands-on experience of machine integrator for Shop floor equipment integration with MES
• Experienced with a broad range of Manufacturing solutions e.g. Honeywell systems, Aspentech, Siemens, Aveva, Historians etc.

Working Experience

Experience: 9+ relevant years

Required Personal and Professional Skills

TC_Workflow Management, BC_Communicates Effectively, BC_Courage, TC_Policies and Procedures, BC_Manages Complexity, TC_Analyse Alternatives and Recommend Solutions, BC_Tech Savvy, TC_Distribution Performance Metrics

Sasol is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Inspired by our Purpose of “Innovating for a better world”, Sasol acknowledges that diversity is intrinsic to the fabric of our organisation and is the key to our growth and success. Sasol is committed to the full inclusion of all suitably qualified individuals. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups and people with disabilities according to Sasol’s Employment Equity Plan. This includes reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Our automated process is designed to efficiently assess a large volume of applications. Should you not hear from us within 60 days of the advert closing then kindly consider your application unsuccessful. Thank you once more for your interest in Sasol as your employer of choice, and we wish you all the best with your career aspirations and future applications with us.

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Head of Enterprise Architecture - Re-advertisement

Listing reference: atns_000504

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 8 October 2024

Position summary

Job category: Others: Transport and Logistics

Location: Johannesburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

About our company

ATNS

Introduction

Applications are invited for the position of Head of Enterprise Architecture based at Head Office (Bruma). The successful applicant will be reporting to the Chief Technology and Information Officer. Overview: To provide strategic leadership in the development, implementation and management of an integrated Air Traffic Navigation Services (ATNS) enterprise architecture framework in line with the organisation’s vision and strategy. To integrate the organisation’s systems, creating and implementing enterprise architecture models and improvements to current functions and processes.

Major Activities

1. Develop and implement an organisation-wide secure enterprise architecture (sEA) in alignment with the organisational and departmental strategy.
2. Lead the creation and evolution of the Enterprise Architecture function and support better integration and innovation through the formation and implementation of the sEA strategy and framework.
3. Support strategic and tactical decision-making through the development and implementation of effective sEA processes and methodologies for the provision of required management data and information.
4. Lead the identification and analysis of business drivers to derive business, information, technical, and solution architecture requirements, and analyse industry, technology and market trends to determine their potential impact on ATNS.
5. Promote the business value of the EA function, its process, and the results of the sEA programme across the organisation.
6. Seek opportunities to highlight how digital business initiatives will potentially impact the enterprise’s economic architecture and metrics.
7. Communicate and drive the adoption of the resource management strategies, principles, and agreed resource plan and sEA strategies.
8. Manage sEA requirements and support business with advice and expertise on architectural principles, models and building blocks.
9. Improve alignment, increase agility, improve quality of information and generate potential cost savings through EA initiatives.
10. Define, implement and manage the required governance, policies and processes for the effective functioning of sEA in the business.
11. Detail potential competitive threats from digital enterprises that are generally considered outside of the traditional realm of competition.
12. Determine the relationship between people, processes, information, and technology, and to the external environment.
13. Ensure ongoing compliance with all legislative and governance requirements relevant to professional practice in the technology field.
14. Build and maintain sound relations with key internal and external stakeholders through ongoing communication and engagement.
15. Manage finances in accordance with business priorities and within approved financial guidelines and parameters.
16. Ensure optimisation of resources through effective deployment, management and development of skills.
17. Coach and mentor staff as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or related field is required.

Post Graduate Degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or related field is required.

TOGAF Certification or related Enterprise Architecture Certification is required.

Seasoned professional required with eight (8) or more years of experience in any of the following disciplines: information, business, solution or technical architecture, application development, middleware, information analysis, database management and operations in a multitier environment.

Three (3) or more years of business experience in strategic and operations planning and/or business analysis.

Experience building EA technology plans and roadmaps.

Experience designing, integrating and managing complex infrastructure solutions.

Comprehensive knowledge of hardware, software, application and systems engineering.

Demonstrate experience with business process and performance modelling, benchmarking and financial analysis.

Knowledge of business models, operating models, financial models, cost-benefit analysis, budgeting and risk management.

Familiarity with information management practices, system development life cycle management, services management, infrastructure and operations, enterprise architecture, governance and related frameworks (e.g. TOGAF, GWEA, Zachman, etc.).

Exposure and understanding of existing, new and emerging technologies and processing environments.

Exceptional interpersonal skills, including teamwork, facilitation and negotiation.

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Head of Enterprise Architecture - Re-advertisement

Listing reference: atns_000504

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 8 October 2024

Position summary

Job category: Others: Transport and Logistics

Location: Johannesburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

About our company

ATNS

Introduction

Applications are invited for the position of Head of Enterprise Architecture based at Head Office (Bruma). The successful applicant will be reporting to the Chief Technology and Information Officer. Overview: To provide strategic leadership in the development, implementation and management of an integrated Air Traffic Navigation Services (ATNS) enterprise architecture framework in line with the organisation’s vision and strategy. To integrate the organisation’s systems, creating and implementing enterprise architecture models and improvements to current functions and processes.

Major Activities

1. Develop and implement an organisation-wide secure enterprise architecture (sEA) in alignment with the organisational and departmental strategy.
2. Lead the creation and evolution of the Enterprise Architecture function and support better integration and innovation through the formation and implementation of the sEA strategy and framework.
3. Support strategic and tactical decision-making through the development and implementation of effective sEA processes and methodologies for the provision of required management data and information.
4. Lead the identification and analysis of business drivers to derive business, information, technical, and solution architecture requirements, and analyse industry, technology and market trends to determine their potential impact on ATNS.
5. Promote the business value of the EA function, its process, and the results of the sEA programme across the organisation.
6. Seek opportunities to highlight how digital business initiatives will potentially impact the enterprise’s economic architecture and metrics.
7. Communicate and drive the adoption of the resource management strategies, principles, and agreed resource plan and sEA strategies.
8. Manage sEA requirements and support business with advice and expertise on architectural principles, models and building blocks.
9. Improve alignment, increase agility, improve quality of information and generate potential cost savings through EA initiatives.
10. Define, implement and manage the required governance, policies and processes for the effective functioning of sEA in the business.
11. Detail potential competitive threats from digital enterprises that are generally considered outside of the traditional realm of competition.
12. Determine the relationship between people, processes, information, and technology, and to the external environment.
13. Ensure ongoing compliance with all legislative and governance requirements relevant to professional practice in the technology field.
14. Build and maintain sound relations with key internal and external stakeholders through ongoing communication and engagement.
15. Manage finances in accordance with business priorities and within approved financial guidelines and parameters.
16. Ensure optimisation of resources through effective deployment, management and development of skills.
17. Coach and mentor staff as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or related field is required.

Post Graduate Degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or related field is required.

TOGAF Certification or related Enterprise Architecture Certification is required.

Seasoned professional required with eight (8) or more years of experience in any of the following disciplines: information, business, solution or technical architecture, application development, middleware, information analysis, database management and operations in a multitier environment.

Three (3) or more years of business experience in strategic and operations planning and/or business analysis.

Experience building EA technology plans and roadmaps.

Experience designing, integrating and managing complex infrastructure solutions.

Comprehensive knowledge of hardware, software, application and systems engineering.

Demonstrate experience with business process and performance modelling, benchmarking and financial analysis.

Knowledge of business models, operating models, financial models, cost-benefit analysis, budgeting and risk management.

Familiarity with information management practices, system development life cycle management, services management, infrastructure and operations, enterprise architecture, governance and related frameworks (e.g. TOGAF, GWEA, Zachman, etc.).

Exposure and understanding of existing, new and emerging technologies and processing environments.

Exceptional interpersonal skills, including teamwork, facilitation and negotiation.

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Job Title: Enterprise Architect

Oversee the overall Enterprise Architecture, manage and coordinate various DevOps teams, and manage the design and implementation of bespoke mainframe/ERP systems, digital channels, and other software development, including the Medihelp Enterprise Data Warehouse.

Requirements:

• Solid understanding of software engineering fundamentals and methodologies
• Strong understanding of agile development cycle
• Firm grasp of object-oriented programming concepts and principles
• An understanding of database systems
• Knowledge of web services and standards
• Ability to articulate and gain engagement for ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to motivate in a team-oriented collaborative environment
• Demonstrable and substantial experience in leading and managing teams of software developers
• Hands-on experience in coding using multiple recognized industry standard languages
• Experience in successfully designing and developing complex and sophisticated software systems deployed in various environments
• Experience in setting up testing frameworks and procedures
• Project management
• Complex systems process analysis, design, and simulation methodologies
• Familiarity with best practice management and governance frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, King V, ISO, TOGAF, applicable laws, acts, and regulations
• Must possess a valid K53 driving license
• Must possess the following skills:
• Customer centricity and focus
• Facilitating change and change management
• Negotiation and contract management
• Multitasking and project management skills

Should you meet the requirements for this position, please apply today! Alternatively, contact or visit our website. Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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