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Development Architect

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R - R Y TFG

Posted today

Job Description

Key Responsibilities :

Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into architectural solutions.
Design and implement scalable, reliable, and high-performance software architectures.
Drive innovation by evaluating emerging technologies and recommending solutions that align with business goals.
Lead architectural reviews and provide guidance to development teams to ensure adherence to best practices.
Identify and mitigate risks associated with software development projects.
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to continuously improve TFG's software development processes.

Qualifications and Experience :

A relevant IT qualification, or related field.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a development architect or similar role.

Proven track record of designing and implementing complex software architectures for enterprise-scale applications, utilizing modern technologies and design patterns.

Skills :

Strong understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Strong leadership abilities, demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate cross‑functional teams to achieve common goals.

Proven ability to think strategically, anticipate future trends, and develop innovative solutions to address business challenges.

Behaviours :

Readily takes on new challenges and opportunities with a sense of urgency and eagerness.

Conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner.

Confronts and tackles challenging situations with courage.

Consistently makes timely, well‑rounded and informed decisions.

Takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets.

Interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems.

Develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives.

Leverages new technology to enhance productivity, improve problem solving, and support business growth.

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

Technical Design Operations Assistant

Posted 3 days ago

Job Description

Minimum requirements :

Design & Engineering Support

Create and update CAD models and technical drawings (Fusion 360 / SolidWorks / AutoCAD)

Prepare exploded views, section diagrams, and renderings for marketing and patent filings

Convert CAD data into PDF datasheets and assembly guides

Collaborate on prototype drawings for new products (Seal‑X, EasyRun integration, EquiBond cable system)

Admin & Operations

Maintain component database (materials, suppliers, part codes, costs)

Prepare quotes, pro‑formas, and distributor documentation

Manage email follow‑ups with suppliers, machine shops, and distributors

Assist with patent documentation prep and marketing materials

Keep folders and file naming consistent across projects

Marketing & Investor Materials

Format technical brochures, investor slides, and presentation PDFs using CAD visuals

Help create product instruction sheets, warranty certificates, and datasheet templates

Required Skills

CAD design (Fusion 360, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD)

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Adobe Illustrator / Canva (advantage)

Consultant : Caitlin Kotze - Dante Personnel East Rand

Senior Data Team Lead, Technical Design, South Africa

Bellville, Western Cape R - R Y IQVIA

Posted today

Job Description

PURPOSE

Serve as the EDC System Designer for the build team, and produce accurate and complete specifications documents.

Responsibilities

Development of eCRF to meet the needs of the customer and the clinical trial utilizing protocol and specifications provided at the pre‑design meeting. Understand Quintiles EDC processes and the requirements on the design for reporting and study management.

Advise and provide justification for design decisions to Principal Programmer and at Design Meeting.

Responsible for optimal design reducing the number of edit checks required, ensuring good system performance, and the utilization of global / client specific libraries to ensure consistency and efficiency.

This role will eventually (3‑6 months after starting) be responsible for providing a draft Edit Check Specification to the DTL.

Requires good communication skills and this role will work closely with the Study DTL and Principal Programmer.

Requires a technically logical thinker to resolve questions and issues with the Principal Programmer, DTL and VTL. This role will need to have a good knowledge of forms design, data flow, and the impact of design on the system.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree Health, clinical, biological or mathematical sciences, or related field.

3 years direct Data Management experience, including 1 or more years as a CDM project lead. Equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Previous experience and proven competence in managing study delivery through full DM life‑cycle (at least 1 medium Phase III). Demonstrated data management skills and thorough knowledge of the data management process (e.g., therapeutic area, extensive knowledge in DM processes, SAE reconciliation, external data vendor reconciliation, management of local laboratory data, and / or new technology). Knowledge of Medical Terminology, Pharmacology, Anatomy, and / or Physiology. Knowledge of operating procedures and work instructions and the ability to apply them in practice. Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and applicable regulatory guidelines.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more

Digital Cloud Solution Architecture IC5

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Role type : Individual Contributor

Discipline : Digital Cloud Solution Architecture

Overview

At Small Medium Enterprises and Channel (SME&C), we are leading a high‑growth, AI‑powered global sales team—one that is deeply connected to our partners and driven by customer success. By uniting our Small Medium Business, Corporate, Strategy, and Partner teams, we are unlocking the largest customer opportunity, backed by the industry's most significant investments. Leveraging the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and our extensive partner ecosystem, we are redefining how businesses of all sizes adopt technology to drive growth and innovation. SME&C is more than a sales organization—it's a culture of innovation, opportunity, and inclusivity. Here, you'll be part of a diverse, high‑performing, and customer‑obsessed team where collaboration, connection, and continuous learning fuel everything we do. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, digital‑first environment and are eager to make a meaningful impact, explore how SME&C can be the next step in your career. Together, we are shaping the future of business.

Job Description

As a Principal Digital Cloud Solution Architect (DCSA), you will become part of the next generation of technical sales leaders at Microsoft. With the aid of sales processes, techniques, and technologies, you will be empowered to shape customer relationships for a strategic set of Microsoft's customers. These customers are adopting industry‑leading products and services for their businesses, education or government systems. You will serve as the central point of contact for the customer across engagements helping to drive Microsoft's existing cloud & enterprise consumption through developing and managing customer relationships.

Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Qualifications

Required / Minimum Qualifications

Numerous years experience in technical architect, technical consulting, design and implementation, and / or technical sales.

OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field AND several years experience in technical architect, technical consulting, design and implementation, and / or technical sales.

OR Relevant certifications from Microsoft or competitive platforms AND a number of years experience in technical architect, technical consulting, design and implementation, and / or technical sales.

OR equivalent experience.

Number of years of experience with cloud solution sales.

Additional or Preferred Qualifications

University degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field AND numerous years experience in technical architect, consulting, design and implementation, and / or sales.

OR equivalent experience.

A number of years experience with cloud-based solution designs, migrations and management of technology.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here :

Microsoft will accept applications and process offers for these roles on an ongoing basis.

Responsibilities

You will leverage your skills either in AI, Infrastructure or Cloud.

You will lead, drive, and manage engagements for repeatable achievement of revenue and consumption targets.

You will guide customer strategy and future growth to expand the use of Azure by cultivating customer affinity with Microsoft programs / solutions that drive impact for the customer and establishing Microsoft as a leader. Provide feedback to Microsoft on customer development needs, customer blockers, or mitigation strategies.

You will conduct analyses into what customers are using versus needs. Drive consumption (cloud and support) with customers based on analysis of both usage and needs. Leverage insights to provide guidance and recommendations to customers that expands, retains, and / or optimizes the customer's Azure consumption.

You will run Architectural Design Session(s) to build plans for implementing solutions which align to customer business goals and technical environments.

You will collaborate and orchestrate with other Digital Cloud Solution Architects and the Microsoft ecosystem to ensure properly deployed cloud solutions on Azure.

Through close engagement with the customers the DCSA will work to meet or exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual team targets and accurately manage their customer progress in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) to forecast, assess risk, and identify performance plans in weekly deal and pipeline reviews with their manager.

Other : Embody our Culture and Values.

Benefits

Industry leading healthcare

Educational resources

Discounts on products and services

Savings and investments

Maternity and paternity leave

Generous time away

Giving programs

Opportunities to network and connect

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and / or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

Architect with Property Development Experience

R - R Y Crescent Star Pty Ltd

Posted today

Job Description

We are looking for a creative and driven Architect with Property Development & Acquisition Management expertise to join our team.

This is a unique opportunity to combine your architectural design talent with strategic oversight of the entire development process. You'll be responsible for bringing our projects to life, from initial concept to successful completion.

You will be responsible for the entire project lifecycle, ensuring every purchase or development is a commercial success.

With our primary offices being in Durban and other Somerset‑West, Western Cape, we welcome applicants from across the country to apply as we are not limited in our property expansion.

Key Responsibilities

Project Feasibility and Acquisition : Lead site selection, conduct comprehensive market analysis, and perform financial modeling and risk assessment to determine project viability.

Strategic Planning : Develop and manage all project budgets, schedules, and resources from start to finish.

Stakeholder & Team Management : Coordinate and manage a diverse team of professionals, including investors, contractors, engineers, and legal counsel. You will be the primary point of contact for all project stakeholders.

Approvals & Compliance : Oversee the entire planning and permitting process, ensuring all projects comply with local regulations and building codes.

Financial Oversight : Secure project funding, manage financial reports, and oversee project profitability and returns.

Essential Qualifications & Skills

A professional degree in the Business Property Development or Business field including but not limited to Architecture, Real Estate, or a related field.

A minimum of 10 years of experience in property or real estate development.

A proven track record of successfully managing and delivering significant residential or commercial developments.

Exceptional financial acumen, with a strong understanding of development appraisals, financial modeling, and investment strategies.

Deep knowledge of the property market, planning processes, and legal aspects of real estate.

Outstanding negotiation, leadership, and communication skills.

Why Join Us?

A privately‑held entity looking to expand its property portfolio allowing for flexibility and support with a flat business and reporting structure directly dealing with the owner.

We offer the opportunity to take full ownership of exciting, high‑value projects in a dynamic and supportive environment. You will be a key player in our company's growth, with a competitive salary, performance‑based bonuses, and a chance to truly be ambitious.

To Apply :

Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience in property development to

Job Types : Full‑time, Permanent

Pay : From R45000,00 per month

Willingness to travel :

100% (Required)

Work Location : Remote

Software Architect (Principal Software Engineer)

Posted today

Job Description

Job Title : Principal Software Engineer (Dev Team Lead / Architect)

Role overview :

As a Principal Software Engineer, you will take a leading role in guiding and architecting our development initiatives.

You will act as both a team lead and technical architect, driving high‑quality software solutions across the stack.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including developers, analysts, and stakeholders, to design, implement, and maintain scalable applications while enforcing best practices in security, performance, and reliability.

You will be responsible for mentoring and leading a development team, making architectural decisions, and contributing hands‑on to core development tasks using Python, React, and FastAPI.

You will also leverage cloud technologies (GCP and AWS) and container orchestration (Kubernetes) to ensure robust deployment and operational excellence.

Key Accountabilities

Lead and mentor a team of software engineers, promoting best practices and technical growth.

Design and implement scalable, secure, and high‑performance software architectures.

Contribute hands‑on to development in Python, React, and FastAPI.

Ensure security engineering principles are applied throughout the software lifecycle.

Architect and maintain cloud‑native solutions using GCP and AWS.

Implement and manage containerized deployments with Kubernetes.

Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

Drive code quality through reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration / deployment.

Promote innovation, technical excellence, and adherence to architectural standards.

Proven experience as a Software Architect or Principal Engineer with team leadership responsibilities.

Strong expertise in Python, FastAPI, and React.

Solid understanding of cloud platforms : GCP and AWS.

Hands‑on experience with Kubernetes and containerized environments.

Experience in security engineering and best practices for secure application development.

Strong communication and mentoring skills, with the ability to guide teams and influence technical decisions.

Experience in designing scalable, high‑availability architectures.

Software Architect – FirstRand (FNB)

R - R Y FirstRand

Posted today

Job Description

Let us introduce a great Software Architect role at FNB. You will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that loves curiosity. We encourage jolly design and mission‑driven outcomes.

Feel free to apply. (if you are ready for the extraordinary, you can find an invitation to lay out your journey for us.)

Can design and have implementation experience with large‑scale system developments.

Understand and can design Software pipelines.

Create critical success factors for the accurate implementation of an architecture.

Understand system specification.

Have a proven track record of carrying out appropriate technology architectures.

Setting standards for Applications.

Know how to work in projects and being involved from the inception / conceptual design phase.

Build sound relationships with a broader team and variety of stakeholders.

Engineer and leverage processes and technologies to meet business needs.

Produce consistently high‑quality outputs within agreed deadlines.

We will grant access to :

Opportunities to network and collaborate.

Opportunities to innovate.

We can be a match if

Curious & courageous - you’re driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you’re brave enough to.

Obsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it.

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now.

Java Software Architect

R - R Y e‑Merge IT Recruitment

Posted today

Job Description

Java Software Architect / Lead Developer – Cape Town / Hybrid – R1.6m PA

South Africa's logistics industry is moving fast — and we’re steering the charge. A powerful digital trucking platform has already been built, and now we’re looking for a Software Architect to scale it into a logistics juggernaut.

If you get a kick out of designing robust systems, making high‑level tech calls, and leaving codebases tidier than a freshly detailed bakkie — this one's for you.

What you'll bring :

10+ years in software engineering.

Strong Java skills (bonus points if you dream in REST + JSON).

Exposure to .NET Core, C#, Azure, Docker / K8s, SQL.

A passion for performance, security & maintainability.

DevOps mindset (because it's everyone's job).

What you'll touch :

Java | .NET Core / C#

SQL Server | Redis

Your mission :

Architect scalable, secure, beautiful systems.

Mentor teams like the Gandalf of software.

Work with product + business to solve real problems.

Own the big tech decisions (and stop bad ones before they happen).

Location : Cape Town (Hybrid)

Ref : GZ60691

To apply, contact Garth at or call.

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Software Architect (FNB South Africa)

R - R Y FNB South Africa

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Job Description

To design software systems and ensure that the software architecture aligns with business goals and technology constraints. To engage in technical leadership and work closely with relevant stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

To conduct code reviews and enforce coding standards to maintain design quality and to mentor Developers and contribute to the team's technical knowledge. To maintain a comprehensive, long‑term technical perspective on the software products, encompassing not only individual systems but the systems that fall within their area of responsibility.

We’re looking for a Software Architect who can meet these expectations : (list omitted for brevity).

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Software Architect (Android, iOS, Web)

R - R Y XYZ Tech

Posted today

Job Description

As a leading Software Architect with cross‑platform experience, you will architect solutions across Android, iOS and Web to deliver highly integrated products.

Your responsibilities include designing, developing and testing mobile and web applications, ensuring the architecture supports scalability, performance and maintainability.

Qualifications : (list omitted for brevity).

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