ROLE PURPOSEDefine the framework and operating principles for application solutions according to industry best practice, to manage the application architecture within the enterprise architecture of the business.
RESPONSIBILITIES & WORK OUTPUTS Internal processesDefine the required technology to support the business's agreed IT Strategy, Philosophy and Enterprise ArchitectureLead system design activities and code development processes as a subject matter expert, to ensure applications solutions exhibit performance, security, scalability, maintainability, appropriate reusability and reliability upon deploymentTranslate business requirements into documented application architecture requirements, for applicationProactively mentor peers regarding system knowledge and development technologies and processes, to ensure knowledge transfer and the maintenance of standardsMonitor system performance, relevance and usage and define and maintain key metrics to ensure quality and performance of systems and deliveryWork within the Enterprise Architecture to integrate and propose viable solutions to businessPerform code reviews to ensure compliance with coding standards and best practicesAccountable for technical design and detailed technical specifications, as well as unit testing and support documentation within the relevant business areaWork closely with project teams, vendors, and third-party technical contacts regarding technical design, or resolving technical issues, to deliver on the Application ArchitectureAccountable for composition of detailed technical specifications, unit testing, and support documentationAccountable for application development technical processes, from design to applicationDefine, document, and maintain Application Architecture standards within the relevant business areaCollaborate with functional and technical leads from various teams to ensure an integrated and aligned solution and technology approachProvide process improvement recommendations to the software design/development team, to achieve best practices and high performanceProvide accurate estimates of required effort for design and development, to assist in capacity managementAccountable for appropriate cloud enablement and migrationIdentify and investigate appropriate SaaS, IaaS and PaaS applicable to the line of business systemsClient ServicesProvide authoritative, expertise and advice to clients and stakeholdersBuild and maintain relationships with clients and internal and external stakeholdersContribute to the process of negotiating objective and realistic service level agreements, monitor appropriateness, and recommend adjustmentsDefine service practices which builds rewarding relationships, encourages innovation and allows others to provide exceptional client serviceDeliver on service level agreements made with clients and internal and external stakeholders to ensure that client expectations are managedMake recommendations to improve client service and fair treatment of clients within area of responsibilityParticipate and contribute to a culture which builds rewarding relationships, facilitates feedback and provides exceptional client service PeopleBuild relationships through providing specialist know-how and leadership to others, expressing positive expectationsContinuously develop own expertise in terms of industry and subject matter development and application thereof in an area of specialisationPositively influence and manage change and offer specialist support where requiredContribute to continuous innovation through the development, sharing and implementation of new ideas and involvement of colleagues and staffParticipate and contribute to a culture of work centric thinking, productivity, service delivery and quality managementTake ownership for driving career development FinanceContribute to the development of area specific budgets to minimise expenditure, in alignment with operational plansIdentify solutions to enhance cost effectiveness and increase operational efficiencyImplement and provide input into governance processes, systems and legislation within area of specialisationEscalate unresolved policy and governance compliance issues via appropriate channels for investigation and resolution purposesProvide input into the risk identification processes development and communicate recommendations in the appropriate forum Competencies Required Contribute to the development of area specific budgets to minimise expenditure, in alignment with operational plansIdentify solutions to enhance cost effectiveness and increase operational efficiencyImplement and provide input into governance processes, systems and legislation within area of specialisationEscalate unresolved policy and governance compliance issues via appropriate channels for investigation and resolution purposesProvide input into the risk identification processes development and communicate recommendations in the appropriate forum Skills RequiredCommunications skillsProblem-solving skillsAnalytical skillsPlanning and organising skillsInterpersonal skillsCritical thinking Experience and QualificationsRelevant Computer Science qualification (essential)8 – 10 years' experience in software development or experience in IT Architecture (essential)5 – 7 years' experience in development management / solutions management or team lead role (essential)Exposure to Agile methodology (essential)Experience in the financial services industry (desirable) Required knowledge and experience on the following platformsLinuxAIXOracle Database and formsIBM WebSphere and LibertyAWS Compute and Database, but not limited to Required experience on the following languagesJava EEPL/SQLPythonAdvantageousOracle cloudShould you wish to apply for this position, please email your latest CV and motivation to ******
