Company Description
Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.
Job Description
To define, develop and maintain the domain architectures and designs for specific business functional/technical areas and provide high-level roadmaps for the implementation of the solutions, aligning to a common technical direction ensuring accomplishment of the roadmaps. To guide architects delivering on projects/initiatives within focus area (domain) and provide thought leadership throughout the programme.
- Account for conformance of domain architecture to approved reference architectures to align to strategic and target roadmaps and develop and contribute to architecture principles for downstream consumption
- Adhere to Agile methodologies and follows Agile principles through work outputs and behaviours and strive to reach mature levels on the Continuum model by building own and team competence to work in a continuous delivery environment
- Align the team in a common technical direction toward accomplishment of the solution architecture roadmaps, in cooperation with the Product Manager. Play a critical role in helping team achieve a common technical direction
- Analyse complex business problems and needs involving multiple applications, platforms and database interactions and recommend technology solutions
- Articulate solution risks and impacts to relevant stakeholders in Client Solutions, Client Segment and Domain Architectures
Qualifications
- Post Graduate Degree - Information Studies (Min)
Additional Information
Experience Required 12 year +
- 5-7 years; Good understanding of Agile working practices and LEAN and SCRUM proficiency and working collaboratively across teams. Experience gained in the management of platforms and operating systems.
- 8-10 years; in-depth experience in designing innovative solutions within technology businesses such as Authentication Systems, System, Platform, and Account Migrations, Enterprise Solution Architecture (ESA), Business Architecture, Information Architecture, Application Architecture or Technology Architecture with a balanced mix of skills covering technologies and industry knowledge.
- 8-10 years; work experience in one or more Technology areas including but not limited to: IT architecture, infrastructure, and cloud development Engineering and software architecture design, Business analysis, DevOps, Project and product management.
Technologies required:
- Murex or Front Arena
- Calypso
- Wallstreet
Behavioral Competencies:
- Articulating Information
- Challenging Ideas
- Developing Expertise
- Developing Strategies
- Embracing Change
Technical Competencies:
- Emerging Technology Monitoring
- Information Technology Architecture
- Internal & External IT Environment
- IT Applications
- IT Knowledge
What We Do
As a brand with a legacy of 161 years in Africa, we have a deep understanding and belief in the boundless opportunities that this continent presents. Our vision extends beyond mere geography; it encompasses a profound recognition of the potential for growth that resonates within our people, customers, entrepreneurs, and all who share our unwavering commitment and passion for investing in Africa. With a presence in 20 countries across sub-Saharan Africa, we have cultivated a diverse community of the most skilled, innovative, and creative minds in the industry. Our purpose is to drive Africa's growth, acting as a catalyst for inclusive and sustainable economic development in the regions we serve. We strive to improve the lives of our fellow Africans by conducting business in an ethical and responsible manner. As a trusted partner, we consistently set higher standards and aspire to become better with each endeavour. We are more than just a banking institution; we are a driving force behind Africa's growth. Join us on this transformative journey. Together, we have the collective power to propel Africa into the future, making tangible progress for all who proudly call Africa home.
