Software Architect Job Description: Our Product Delivery team has an exciting opportunity for a Software Architect to own, define, and shape the product architecture roadmap for a major product set. In this role, you will take full ownership of defining the solution design, ensuring seamless system integration, aligning architecture with business goals, managing risks, and planning for scalability. Additionally, you will provide technical leadership and strategic guidance. This hybrid position requires a minimum of three on-site days per week at our Johannesburg office, with Tuesday being mandatory and flexibility on the other two days. Key Responsibilities: 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 – • Apply comprehensive knowledge of software architecture to the completion of complex assignments. • Own architecture / software design and governance for products spanning multiple engineering teams. • Play a lead role in defining architectural strategies, standards and practices to enable integrations of the Sage Business Cloud platform within Sage and outside with third party developers. • Ensure the architecture roadmap is clearly communicated across all functions to enable the business to effectively plan, finance and execute the products evolution. • Drive the high-profile projects & products, directly impacting the future growth of Sage. • Drive & influence technical & non-technical audiences across organizational ladder, product lines and geographies. 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝟗𝟎 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐧𝐚𝐩𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐭 – Your first 90 days at Sage will provide an opportunity to learn about the business while familiarizing yourself with the products, customer needs, and technology landscape. You will work closely with your manager and team to complete the Sage onboarding program, build relationships, and establish credibility with key stakeholders. Staying focused and self-motivated will be essential to your success. By the end of this period, you should have gained the trust of your teams, delivered quick wins, and be prepared to make bold decisions about the product’s architectural vision for the future. 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 – • University Degree in Computer Science or related field. • Experience and deep technical expertise for the technologies in scope. • Innovative & entrepreneurial approach to building products that make a profound difference in customer's lives. • Proven Track Record implementing Architecture Best Practices and Patterns like Microservices, CQRS, Event Sourcing, Domain-Driven Design, … Proven experience in using a TDD approach. • Proven expertise in C#, AWS, and Microsoft Azure, with a track record of designing and implementing scalable solutions in production environments. • Experience working with Open Source projects and in an Open Source approach internally. • Proven Track Record creating API-first products. • Deep customer empathy and ability to quickly translate learnings into solid, scalable architecture with a mobile first approach. • Strong relationship building and influencing skills internally and externally. 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐬 - Reporting directly to our VP of Product Engineering, who oversees the Sage payroll product set across multiple countries, including South Africa, Germany, France, and Spain, this role presents an exciting opportunity to collaborate closely with product, engineering, and business teams across these regions. As a key bridge between business needs and technical execution, this position offers a unique chance to shape product architecture while gaining valuable international experience. Join Team Sage and set yourself up for continued success in your career. Function: Product Delivery Country: South Africa Office Location: Johannesburg Work Place type: Hybrid Advert Working at Sage means you’re supporting millions of small and medium sized businesses globally with technology to work faster and smarter. We leverage the future of AI, meaning business owners spend less time doing routine tasks, like entering invoices and generating reports, and more time pursuing their ambitions. 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