Software Architect Johannesburg

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Responsibility 1: SDLC & Architecture Ownership Define and own end-to-end SDLC approaches aligned to client and business needsDesign and govern software architectures for scalability, security, and performanceEstablish architectural principles, standards, and delivery guardrailsLead system assessments and modernisation initiativesMaintain clear architectural documentation (e.g., ADRs, system diagrams) Responsibility 2: Client Delivery Enablement Act as a trusted advisor to clients and delivery teamsGuide complex technical decisions and trade-offsSupport predictable delivery across the SDLCAssist with incident analysis and continuous improvementAlign technical execution with business strategy Responsibility 3: Pre-Sales & Solution Design Support sales teams with architecture and solution inputContribute to proposals, RFPs, and Statements of WorkParticipate in client engagements to provide technical credibilityAssist with estimation and risk assessmentArticulate long-term value, cost, and risk implications of design decisions  Responsibility 4: Technology & Delivery Leadership Champion best practices in software design, testing, and deliveryPromote adoption of tools, frameworks, and modern delivery patternsIdentify and address architectural anti-patternsCollaborate with leadership to improve delivery standardsTranslate industry trends into practical, business-relevant solutions Responsibility 5: Human Capital Development Mentor engineers, technical leads, and aspiring architectsEncourage structured thinking and architectural maturitySupport recruitment, assessments, and interviewsContribute to competency frameworks and career development modelsProvide technical input into performance management