Applications Architect

Be Different Recruitment • Other • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa • $500 - $600 / year • 2h ago

Reference: JHB006283-NL-2

A leading cash management company based in Houghton is urgently looking for an Applications Architect to be accountable for the design of software development and application lifecycle principles, frameworks, governance, and technology ecosystem. The role involves assisting with the design, delivery, and lifecycle of the application landscape in line with the organisation’s strategy.

Duties & Responsibilities

In order to be considered, the following is required:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline required
Certification in relevant Enterprise Architecture or Technology frameworks and methodologies (Advantageous)
Cloud certifications AWS or AZURE OR GCP (Advantageous)
Application security
Microsoft Office Suite
Business Analysis
Principles of data architecture
Database management
Knowledge of advanced ICT project management principles (e.g., Agile, Waterfall)
Highly proficient in programming languages
Secure coding practices and protocols
Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
A strong technical background in applications, processes, software, and equipment or technical management experience
Design thinking and principles
7 years of architecture experience in development, application design, and build
Extensive experience in aligning application development with business needs
Experience in a solutions architecture role across a variety of technologies and business spaces
Familiarity with industry standard architecture frameworks

Key Performance Areas (KPAs)

Technology Strategy & Innovations
Planning and Organisation
Execute Analysis and Design Activities
Technical implementation within own area
Risk Management
Reporting
Vendor Management
Stakeholder and Customer Management
Finance
Leadership and People Management
Lead as an Ambassador and executor of change
Drive the organisation culture

If you would like to email your CV directly, please send it to or contact 065 959 2081.

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