Snr Spec: Solution Architect needed at BCX

Core Description

• Develop solutions in accordance with business requirements and operational and service level agreements. 

Key Deliverables / Primary Functions

• Contribute to the Converged Comunication Solutioning Business Unit Strategy and Operational Model
• Accountable for producing complex, often multiple business unit solutions that meet the required levels of quality and standards within negotiated and agreed service levels, operational level agreements or contracts. 
• Accountable for developing and presenting winning solution proposals including inter alia solution strategy, architecture and design, and pricing that meets client requirements and aligns with the BCX Converged Communication strategy 
• Identify and mitigating Technology, Commercial and Delivery risks in proposed solutions. 
• Engage with external clients, along with BCX sellers, to understand and shape client strategy and requirements and subsequently presenting solution proposals to those clients. 
• Participate in client or vendor contract negotiations where required. 
• Participate in deal qualification or selection processes 
• Collaborate with and facilitating efficient engagement between and within BCX Divisions
• Establish and enhance relationships and network with partners, customers and vendors

Core Functional Skills & Capabilities

• Integrated Business Solution
• Infrastructure Development& Support
• Proposal Management
• Relationship Building
• Partnership Management
• Risk Management
• Vendor Management
• Solution Architecture

Core Behavioural Competencies

• Applying expertise & Technology
• Working with people
• Deciding & Initiating Action
• Persuading and Influencing
• Planning & Organising
• Entrepreneurial & Commercial thinking
• Job Match
• Culture Match

Minimum Qualifications

• NQF 6: 3 year Degree/ Diploma/ National Diploma in Information Technology
• OR NQF 4: Grade 12

Additional Education -Preferred /Advantage

Experience

• 7 years’ experience in solution architecture, of which 2 years at a senior level 

Or

• If the highest qualification is grade 12, 9 years’ experience in solution architecture, of which at least 2 years on management level. 

Certifications

• Relevant Certification will be an advantage

Professional Memberships in Relevant Industry

Level of Engagement & Span of Control

Span of Control

• 0

Level of Engagement

• Interact directly with internal & external clients 

Special Requirements / Employment Condition

• Valid Drivers license
• Required to travel locally and/or internationally

Workplace / Physical Requirements

• Hybrid Remote Worker
• Revenue Generating
• Non-Billable