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Job Location drjobs

Johannesburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC our people in integration and platform architecture focus on designing and implementing seamless integration solutions and robust platform architectures for clients. They enable efficient data flow and optimise technology infrastructure for enhanced business performance.

Those in solution architecture at PwC will design and implement innovative technology solutions to meet clients business needs. You will leverage your experience in analysing requirements developing technical designs to enable the successful delivery of solutions.

Growing as a strategic advisor you leverage your influence expertise and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy you apply sound judgment recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity ask thoughtful questions and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing diverse and inclusive teams and your commitment to excellence contributes to the success of our Firm.

Examples of the skills knowledge and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

  • Craft and convey clear impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.
  • Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.
  • Validate outcomes with clients share alternative perspectives and act on client feedback.
  • Direct the team through complexity demonstrating composure through ambiguous challenging and uncertain situations.
  • Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.
  • Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
  • Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.
  • Model and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firms code of conduct and independence requirements.

Role Summary:

A career in our Cloud and Digital practice within Consulting Services where youll work with clients to define their vision and plan how to get there. We work with some of the worlds largest and most complex companies to understand their unique business issues and opportunities in an everchanging environment. We deliver the technological solutions organisations need to compete grow and build a lasting legacy of improvement and performance partnering with best in class technologies and solution sets.

In joining us youll help our clients understand and evolve the way they align Digital with their business strategy create integrated end to end solutions and use enterprise applications to solve complex business problems.

PwC is looking for a Solution Design Lead to join our Cloud & Digital delivery team. The ideal candidate would have a minimum of 710 years of experience in solution design architecture or a related field and a proven track record of designing and implementing complex technical solutions.

Qualifications / Certifications required:

  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology Engineering or a related field.

  • Masters degree in a related field (optional).

  • TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework) certification.

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect or equivalent cloud certification.

  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (optional).

Experience required:

  • Minimum of 710 years of experience in solution design architecture or a related field.

  • Proven track record of designing and implementing complex technical solutions.

  • Experience in leading and managing technical teams.

  • Strong background in software development and system integration.

  • Experience with cloud technologies and enterprise architecture frameworks.

  • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills

Responsibilities of role:

  • Lead the design and implementation of technical solutions that meet business requirements.

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical specifications.

  • Oversee the development and integration of systems ensuring alignment with architectural standards.

  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams.

  • Conduct technical reviews and ensure the quality and performance of solutions.

  • Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends to inform solution design.

  • Manage and mitigate risks associated with solution design and implementation

Skill sets required:

  • Strong technical proficiency in solution architecture and system design.

  • Excellent problemsolving and analytical skills.

  • Proficiency in cloud technologies (e.g. AWS Azure Google Cloud).

  • Strong leadership and team management skills.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to work collaboratively with crossfunctional teams.

  • Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and best practices.

  • Strong project management skills including Agile methodologies.

Role related attributes:

  • Innovative Thinker: Ability to harness technology to drive business transformation and create innovative solutions.

  • Strategic Visionary: Capable of defining and communicating a clear technical vision and strategy

  • Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of solution architecture system integration and cloud technologies

  • Leadership: Skilled in leading and mentoring technical teams to achieve project goals

  • Collaborative: Excellent at working with crossfunctional teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful implementation.

  • Effective Communicator: Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.

  • ProblemSolver: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions.

  • Adaptable: Comfortable working in dynamic environments and adapting to evolving technologies and business needs.

  • Project Management: Proficient in managing project timelines resources and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes.

  • CustomerFocused: Prioritizes understanding and meeting the needs of the business and its customers.

* Industry experience required:

  • Financial Services and Banking

Agencies please note: This recruitment assignment is being managed directly by PwCs Talent Acquisition team. We will reach out to our preferred agency partners in the rare instance we require additional talent options. Any speculative or unsolicited CVs received will be treated as a direct application. Your respect for this process is appreciated

Travel Requirements

Up to 20

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship

No

Job Posting End Date

April 21 2025



Employment Type

Full-Time

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