Architect (Postilion)

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Date: 25 Jul 2024

Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, ZA

Company: Capitec Bank Ltd

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We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry. To be part of the journey, follow the steps below:

1. To see what life at Capitec is all about and complete a short assessment, please click here!

2.  Once you have completed the above finalize your application by clicking apply below.

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

Capitec is committed to diversity, applications to this position will strictly be considered in support of our employment equity goals.