Senior Architect - Capitec Bank in Stellenbosch

Job Title: Senior Architect

Province:
Western Cape

Town:
Stellenbosch

Reference Number:
#0217

Purpose of Role:
To produce comprehensive technical specifications from business requirements
To assist the BA to ensure that the functional design offers a technical viable solution and address the business requirements.
To design technical test plans and provide guidelines to facilitate performance and stress testing.
To conduct continuous business and industry research to guide the critical evaluation of architectural and design patterns & principles.

Requirements:
Grade 12
A relevant 3 year degree or diploma in IT
Post-graduate degree or diploma would be advantageous
At least 7 years’ proven experience as Architect in Internet and Mobile channels with specific reference to:
Graphical User Interface implementation
Internet and mobile security implementation
API (Application Programming Interface), database design and implementation
System performance, penetration and stress testing
Research and development of new technology trends
Must have detailed knowledge of:
System architecture (technical design and implementation processes)
Systems analysis and design
UML or equivalent modelling language
Technical Test Plan Design
IT systems development processes
Application development
Standards and governance
Detailed knowledge of the following would be advantageous:
Banking systems
Agile development life cycle
Best practices for Quality Assurance (QA)
Object Orientated Development environment (i.e. Java, Spring Framework, JBoss)
Communication skills (written and verbal) in English
Interpersonal and Relationship management skills
Negotiation and influencing skills
Presentation and facilitation skills
Analytical thinker
Diagnostic and problem solving skills
Business acumen
Process driven
Organisational thinker
Attention to detail
Ability to work in a dynamic environment
Adaptability to change
Willingness to take ownership and accountability
Planning and organizing skills
Project Management skills
Ability to work in accordance with deadline
Ability to work well under sustained pressure
Own vehicle and valid driver’s license
Own mobile phone
Willing to work after hours / over weekends

How to Apply:
http://www.capitecbank.co.za/about-us/careers/it-position/1101/senior-architect

Deadline: 31 May 2013