Architect (Postilion) needed at Capitec Bank

Purpose Statement

• Design and implement end-to-end solutions for card management and transaction switching systems.
• Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to define system requirements and business goals.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and compliant with industry standards.
• Lead and mentor a team of developers and engineers.

Experience

• At least 1 years’ relevant end to end design and development experience
• Proven experience with enterprise architecture frameworks and business process modeling.
• Strong understanding of network architecture and security protocols.
• Experience in cloud computing environments, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Knowledge of continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) and DevOps practic
• 3- 5 years’ experience working proven knowledge of and experience with Card Management Systems
  • Proficient with Amazon Web Services
  • Linux Server
  • Card Management/Transaction Switching Systems
  • SQL Server/Postgres/Oracle
  • C#/Java
  • Familiar with containerization technologies
  • A thorough understanding of PCI DSS and ISO8583

Qualifications (Minimum)

• Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational

Qualifications (Ideal or Preferred)

• A relevant qualification in Information Technology

Knowledge

Min:
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

Ideal:
Detailed knowledge of:

• Banking systems
• Agile development life cycle
• Knowledge of UML

Solid understanding of:

• Capitec Bank’s systems environment
• Capitec Bank business model
• Best practices for Quality Assurance (QA)
• Object Orientated Development environment (i.e. Java, Spring Framework, JBoss)

Skills

• Communications Skills

• Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Problem solving skills
• Commercial Thinking Skills
• Attention to Detail

Conditions of Employment

• Clear criminal and credit record