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Software Architect

FirstRand • Other • Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa • $500 - $600 / year • 7h ago

Job Description

To troubleshoot highly complex problems.

To establish application architectural standards or frameworks.

To assess IT risks and design application solutions.

Hello Future Software Architect,

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of the people that make it happen.

As part of our talent team at FNB ConnectMe, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

Are you someone who can:

Define and document software architecture, creating blueprints for scalable, high-performance, and resilient systems that support financial applications.
Design modular and reusable frameworks that can be adapted for various financial products, including banking, trading, asset management, and payment systems.
Provide technical direction to development teams, ensuring alignment with architectural standards, and mentor engineers in best practices.
Lead the evaluation, selection, and integration of third-party services and technologies to enhance application capabilities and efficiency.
Implement robust security measures to protect sensitive financial data, complying with regulatory standards (e.g., PCI DSS, GDPR, and SOX).
Develop secure coding practices and perform regular security audits and risk assessments.
Monitor and optimize system performance, ensuring that financial applications meet real-time data processing needs and can scale with user demand.
Address potential bottlenecks, implementing solutions that ensure high availability, fault tolerance, and minimal downtime.
Translate complex technical concepts into actionable plans for non-technical stakeholders.
Work closely with business analysts, product managers, and stakeholders to align architectural decisions with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identifying and implementing new tools, frameworks, and processes that enhance software development and deployment.
Stay current with emerging technologies, particularly in AI, blockchain, and data analytics, to assess their applicability in financial services.

You will be an ideal candidate if you:

Have a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
Have 7+ years in software development with 3+ years as a software architect, ideally within the financial services or FinTech industry.
Strong proficiency in modern programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#) and familiarity with financial technology frameworks.
In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Experience with microservices architecture, API management, and RESTful web services.
Understanding of database management (SQL, NoSQL) and data warehousing, as well as distributed computing systems.
Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, particularly in data encryption, secure transactions, and identity management.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and collaborate with diverse teams.
Adaptability to fast-paced, dynamic environments and regulatory landscapes.

You will have access to:

Opportunities to network and collaborate.
Challenging work.
Opportunities to innovate.

We can be a match if you are:

Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you're brave enough to.
Obsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it.

Are you interested in taking the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now!

Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

14/11/24

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

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