Solution Architect

Solution Architect

Recruiter

IOCO

Job Ref

2456150733

Date posted

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY

POSITION INFO

We are a dynamic and growing technology consulting company seeking an experienced Solution Architect with a strong focus on mobile applications. This role will involve designing and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performing mobile solutions for enterprise clients.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product, engineering, and business stakeholders, to define architecture strategies and ensure successful implementation across mobile platforms.

What you'll do

• Define end-to-end solution architecture for mobile applications (iOS, Android, and cross-platform)
• Translate business requirements into scalable and secure technical solutions
• Provide leadership and architectural direction across mobile development teams
• Design integration patterns with backend systems, APIs, and third-party services
• Ensure adherence to best practices in mobile architecture, security, and performance
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate technology stacks and frameworks
• Support delivery teams throughout the development lifecycle
• Conduct architecture reviews and maintain technical documentation
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align technology solutions with business goals

Your Expertise

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect with a strong mobile applications focus
• Solid experience in mobile development (native and/or cross-platform frameworks such as Flutter, React Native, or Xamarin)
• Strong understanding of API design (REST/GraphQL) and backend integration
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, or GCP)
• Knowledge of mobile security best practices
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to work in a consulting/client-facing environment

Qualifications

• TOGAF 10 (or equivalent such as Zachman, ArchiMate 3)
• AWS Solutions Architect – Professional, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Professional Cloud Architect
• Kubernetes certifications: CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator) or CKAD (Certified Kubernetes Application Developer)
• Security certifications: CISSP, CCSP, or CISM
• TM Forum Open Digital Architecture or Open APIs certification
• GSMA Mobile Money certification (advantageous)

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking with the ability to align technology to business goals
• Strong written communication skills — able to produce clear High-Level Designs (HLDs), Architecture Decision Records (ADRs), and executive-level summaries
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills across Group and Op-Co environments
• Proficiency in architecture modelling tools (ArchiMate, UML)
• Experience with Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and bounded-context modelling
• Solid understanding of security principles, data privacy, compliance standards, and threat modelling (e.g., STRIDE, OWASP MASVS for mobile)
• Familiarity with TM Forum Open APIs and Open Digital Architecture (ODA)
• Exposure to telecommunications standards (3GPP, GSMA)
• Practical use of AI-assisted tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT, AI-assisted modelling) to accelerate architecture design, documentation, and code review
• Strong influence and negotiation skills, particularly when engaging with Op-Co CTOs and senior stakeholders

Nice to Have

• Experience in enterprise-scale environments
• Exposure to microservices architecture
• Knowledge of containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Previous consulting experience