Senior Solution Architect

Engineering Lead III(146173)

Closing Date: 30 July 2026

Application Development

Shape and drive the end-to-end architecture of complex large-scale platforms by combining deep technical expertise with hands-on engineering leadership. This role defines future-state architectures establishes engineering standards and leads the delivery of scalable high-performing systemsowning the journey from concept to production while leveraging modern cloud automation and AI-driven development practices to accelerate delivery and improve quality.

To be the custodian of technical thought leadership within Juristic Digital Channels tribe by providing expertise guidance and advice that relates to the integration of solutions across multiple technologies and the supporting-processes to deliver sustainable and quality solutions in alignment to the overall strategy of the Bank whilst growing the technical expertise within the tribe.

• Work closely with the Enterprise Architect to establish the future direction of the technology environment and lead its implementation.
• Defining architecture and design patterns methods practices.
• Perform technology proof of concepts R&D etc.
• Drive the engineering practice establish frameworks patterns methodologies and lead the maturing of these across the tribe engineering team.
• Provide guidance to the engineering team.
• Using advanced tooling and capability to automate improve efficiency etc. of taking code from idea to production. One person engineering/delivery.
• Develop critical and complex technical components. (Core platform components)
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Drive transition to the future mode of operation by participating in shaping the enterprise architecture roadmap through consulting identifying and collaborating with stakeholders
• Ensure alignment to Nedbank environment and legislative requirements by reviewing and providing advice on product or technology specific standards
• Perform independent research on technology best practice
• Identify individuals that could perform a specialist role and actively participate in their development
• Participate in industry forums and keep up to date with emerging technologies
• Provide coaching mentoring and upskilling of others within area of expertise
• Support the achievement of the business strategy objectives and values
• Stay abreast of developments in field of expertise
• Ensure personal growth and enable effectiveness in performance of roles and responsibilities
• Contribute to the Nedbank Culture building initiatives (e.g. staff surveys etc.).
• Participate and support corporate responsibility initiatives for the achievement of business strategy
• Seek opportunities to improve business processes models and systems though agile thinking

Relevant technical qualification/ certification or equivalent experience
Matric with Maths

10 years of experience in IT with a very strong engineering and software development background

• Experience architecting and designing high volume distributed systems in a complex heterogeneous technology environment
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with architecture and design patterns
• Experience working in environment delivering large complex initiatives
• Proven track record of technical delivery understanding the big picture while also being able to deep dive into technical details
• Highly experienced and influential senior technologist with deep technical knowledge and an understanding of diverse methodologies and best practices
• Extensive multi-stack development experience
• Extensive automation DevOps etc. experience
• Solid experience using AI tools to significantly improve delivery efficiency (e.g. Agentic development Context Engineering Spec-driven AI development)
• Extensive Cloud experience (Azure preferred)
• Information Technology concepts
• System Development Life cycle (SDLC)
• IT Solutions Architecture
• IT Infrastructure Architecture
• Knowledge across multiple technologies
• IT Risk and security principes
• Multiple operating system
• ITIL