Solutions Architect – Intermediate
Sanlam
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Bellville • 🇿🇦 South Africa
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Mid-LevelSenior
Tech Stack
AWSAzureCloudDockerJavaKubernetesMicroservicesSpringSpring BootSpringBoot
About the role
- Design and implement effective, scalable, and secure technology solutions that align with Sanlam’s business objectives and IT strategy.
- Define and document solution architectures for projects and BAU initiatives across cloud, packaged, and bespoke environments.
- Ensure solutions adhere to enterprise architecture principles, security standards, and Sanlam’s technology strategy.
- Provide technical direction to development teams, ensuring best practices in Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture.
- Conduct code reviews and assist in resolving technical issues to maintain alignment with architectural standards.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders and the Business Change team to understand requirements and translate them into technical designs.
- Communicate architectural decisions clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Support architectural governance processes and ensure compliance with regulatory and security requirements.
- Participate in RFI/RFP evaluations and due diligence for technology solutions.
- Analyze the IT environment to identify deficiencies and recommend improvements.
- Stay updated on emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions to enhance business capabilities.
Requirements
- 5+ years in software development with strong Java and Spring Boot expertise
- Experience designing and implementing microservices and RESTful APIs
- Exposure to cloud-native technologies (AWS, Azure) and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
- Strong understanding of architectural patterns and principles
- Experience in Claims, Underwriting, Reinsurance, Payments & Collections and product administration solutions will be advantageous.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
- TOGAF or equivalent architecture certification (advantageous).
- Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure) preferred.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
JavaSpring BootmicroservicesRESTful APIscloud-native technologiesAWSAzureDockerKubernetesCI/CD
Soft skills
communicationcollaborationtechnical directionproblem-solvingarchitectural governance
Certifications
TOGAFAWS certificationAzure certification