About the job
Responsibilities

Architectural methods and design

• Architectural designs
• Technical documentation- based on agreed architectural methods and design standards.

Effort and impact analysis

• Evaluate the impact of proposed changes on existing software and architecture.
• Effort associated with implementing IT solutions.
• Address complex issues and recommend appropriate solutions.

Continuous improvement

• Contributing to the maintenance, development, and on-going improvement of software architecture
• Keep up with developments in the retail industry with respect to relevant applications systems and technologies.

Conduct code reviews

• Perform effective software analysis reviews making recommendations to developers using the current application development standards as a guideline.

Evaluating and contribute to project and vendor solutions

• Recommend and assess appropriate software solutions in line with technology fit from an end-to-end architectural perspective.

Key Requirements 

• A minimum of 5-10 years’ experience with Applications Development
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in application design and development methodologies
• Working experience in the retail sector and the design and implementation of retail applications and solutions
• A relevant tertiary qualification will be advantageous.