🔹 Job Title: Marketing Leads Solution Architect
🔹 Company: Telesure Investment Holdings (TIH)
🔹 Location: Steyn City Capital Park, South Africa
🔹 Job Type: Full-Time
🔹 Category: Information Technology
🔹 Date Posted: 2025-07-21
🔹 Experience Level: 10+ years
🔹 Remote Status: On-site
Key aspects of this role include:
ASSUMPTION: This role requires a high level of technical expertise and experience in solutions architecture, with a focus on driving operational efficiency and effectiveness through technology.
✅ Design or develop software systems using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcomes and consequences of design
✅ Research and identify relevant technology and system design patterns to optimally address enterprise requirements
✅ Ensure efficient system design, documentation, guidance, training, ownership, and governance
✅ Support operational teams with planning of new infrastructure initiatives, including IT infrastructure architectural planning, design, and rollout
✅ Modify existing software to correct errors, adapt it to new hardware, or upgrade interfaces and improve performance
✅ Own and drive the process of impact assessments for change requests and new projects
✅ Identify shortcomings in existing business practices and suggest and implement improvements
✅ Establish successful working relationships with all relevant internal and external stakeholders
✅ Discuss and recommend more complex or innovative technical developments to improve quality of software and supporting infrastructure
✅ Conduct risk and impact analysis on current or proposed technologies and capabilities to mitigate risk and ensure stability and continuity
✅ Develop or direct software system testing or validation procedures and respond to user emails to monitor, diagnose performance issues
✅ Set and enforce coding standards aligned with best practice through regular code reviews
✅ Contribute to and maintain roadmap to facilitate application software development and ensure the development work is prioritized in line with business requirements
✅ Develop own capabilities through assessment and development planning activities, formal and informal training, and coaching
✅ Maintain an in-depth understanding of technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education and reading specialist media
ASSUMPTION: This role requires a broad range of technical skills and experience, as well as strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Education: Grade 12/SAQA accredited equivalent (Essential)
Experience: 10+ years in a production IT environment with software development experience (Essential); 2+ years exposure to application development principles and support (Essential); 2+ years exposure to ITIL disciplines (Advantageous); 2+ years exposure to IT security disciplines (Essential)
Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
ASSUMPTION: This role requires a high level of technical expertise and experience, with a focus on solutions architecture, software development, and system design. Relevant certifications in IT frameworks and project management are advantageous.
Salary Range: The salary range for this role is estimated to be between ZAR 800,000 and ZAR 1,200,000 per annum, based on industry standards for a Solutions Architect with 10+ years of experience in South Africa.
Benefits:
Working Hours: The standard working hours for this role are 40 hours per week, with flexibility for remote work as needed.
ASSUMPTION: The salary range provided is an estimate based on industry standards for a Solutions Architect with the required experience level in South Africa. The actual salary may vary depending on factors such as performance, skills, and market conditions.
Industry: Insurance
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Founded: 1998
Company Description:
Company Specialties:
Company Website: https://tihsa.co.za/
ASSUMPTION: TIH is a large, established company in the insurance industry, with a focus on innovation and customer-focused service excellence.
Career Level: Senior/Mid-Level
Reporting Structure: This role reports directly to the Head of IT Architecture and Infrastructure
Work Arrangement: On-site, with flexibility for remote work as needed
Growth Opportunities:
ASSUMPTION: This role offers opportunities for career growth and development within the IT Architecture and Infrastructure team, as well as the broader organization.
Office Type: Corporate office environment
Office Location(s): Steyn City Capital Park, South Africa
Geographic Context:
Work Schedule: The standard working hours for this role are 40 hours per week, with flexibility for remote work as needed
ASSUMPTION: The work environment for this role is a corporate office setting, with opportunities for remote work as needed. The location offers a range of amenities and is conveniently located near major highways and public transportation options.
Typical Process:
Key Assessment Areas:
Application Tips:
ATS Keywords: Solutions Architecture, Software Development, System Design, Stakeholder Engagement, IT Security, Project Management, Application Maintenance, Risk Analysis, Operational Compliance, Technical Development, Data Analysis, Infrastructure Planning, Change Management, Coding Standards, Continuous Improvement, Horizon Scanning
ASSUMPTION: The application process for this role is likely to involve a combination of online application submission, phone or video screening, technical assessment or case study, and final interviews with hiring manager and/or team members. Applicants should highlight their relevant experience and skills, and prepare for technical assessments or case studies.
ASSUMPTION: This role requires proficiency in relevant IT industry standard frameworks, programming languages, and software development tools. Familiarity with IT infrastructure tools is also advantageous.
Company Values:
Work Style:
Self-Assessment Questions:
ASSUMPTION: TIH values a customer-focused, innovative, collaborative, accountable, and respectful work environment. Applicants should assess their fit with these values and work style preferences before applying.
ASSUMPTION: This role may present challenges related to workload, technical complexity, stakeholder management, and balancing operational efficiency with innovation and continuous improvement.