Indsafri is a leading consulting and technology company dedicated to delivering world-class bespoke software solutions. Specializing in Data & Analytics, Cloud and Infrastructure, Mobile, IoT, AI, User Experience, Application Development and Maintenance, and Quality Assurance services, Indsafri transforms businesses by leveraging cutting-edge technology and human-centered design.
Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled Payments Solutions Architect to join our team in Johannesburg, South Africa. In this critical role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing innovative payment solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients in the financial services industry.
- Design and develop scalable, secure, and efficient payment architectures
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
- Evaluate and integrate various payment gateways, processors, and technologies
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, including PCI DSS
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams
- Create detailed technical specifications and architecture diagrams
- Conduct code reviews and provide feedback to improve overall code quality
- Stay up-to-date with emerging payment technologies and industry trends
- Participate in client meetings to discuss technical solutions and address concerns
- Troubleshoot complex issues and provide expert-level support when needed
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in payments technology or fintech
- Proven track record of designing and implementing payment solutions
- Strong knowledge of payment systems, gateways, and processors
- Expertise in software architecture, API design, and integration
- Proficiency in cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Solid programming skills in languages such as Java, Python, or C++
- Experience with database management systems and data modeling
- In-depth understanding of security protocols and compliance standards (e.g., PCI DSS)
- Familiarity with project management methodologies
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, CISSP) are a plus
- Knowledge of emerging payment technologies (e.g., blockchain, cryptocurrencies) is desirable
- Willingness to travel occasionally within South Africa and internationally
- This is a hybrid and flexible position.
- It is a contract role that can be extended based on performance.
- Only South African citizens, PR holders, and individuals with a valid visa not attached to an employer will be considered.
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Why Indsafri? We believe anything is possible
We humans have the potential to create and build anything we can imagine. we have walked the entire planet, climbed the greatest mountains, sailed once infinite oceans, inspired by birds we decided to fly, in our once impossible quest for space, now we even float in the outer space. Everything started with a simple belief that something is possible, from simple beginnings, we have come a long way, to building technology that is indistinguishable from magic. And we believe that technology is at its best when it can make people smile. If we do it with all our passion & intelligence, together nothing is impossible.In the future, every business will be a technology company, & the future is now.
From food to finance every business is rapidly transforming & embracing cutting-edge technology at its core & good humanistic design at its heart. Indsafri can transform your business for growth, as we have done for numerous organizations big and small, by working as your trusted technology partner and bringing our deep industry experience. If you have a challenging business problem we believe there is always a solution, with the right process, talents & technology anything is possible.
