AI LLM Solutions Architect

DVT is one of the top software engineering companies on the African continent. Our consultants work alongside some of the most established architects and engineers in South Africa — embedded within leading organisations across mining, financial services, and industrial sectors — applying the latest cloud and AI technologies to deliver measurable business value.

We are seeking a senior Applications Solutions Architect to join our cloud practice, embedded within a large Gauteng-based mining group. This is a strategic technical consulting role — not a cloud engineering or DevOps position. The successful candidate will serve as the design authority for application and cloud architecture across the client's IM Mining Applications portfolio.

Critically, this individual will deploy and operate DVT's Cloud Contour framework as a managed client-facing service — an AI-powered cloud advisory platform that provides continuous cost optimisation, architecture governance, and cloud health insights. The ability to translate Cloud Contour outputs into executive-ready recommendations and client-facing roadmaps is a core deliverable of this role.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned architect with strong technical depth, excellent stakeholder communication skills, and the ability to lead design activities across complex integration landscapes — including mining operational technology (OT) and enterprise application ecosystems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Architecture & Solution Design

• Lead solution design activities for business demands, translating requirements into scalable, governed technical architectures aligned to client IM standards

• Experience in designing and implementing AI solutions.

• Strong background in machine learning and deep learning algorithms.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.

• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

• Ability to lead a team and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.

• Strong communication skills to present complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

• Relevant certifications in AI, machine learning, or cloud technologies are a plus.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Technical

• 7–12 years of experience in Solution Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, or Cloud Architecture roles with a strong focus on application integration and cloud-native design

• Demonstrated experience acting as a Design Authority or Architecture Lead on complex multi-vendor, multi-system programmes

• Strong technical background in cloud-based infrastructure architecture across Azure and/or AWS

• Solid experience with system integration patterns — REST APIs, event-driven architecture, ETL pipelines, and middleware platforms

• Proficiency in producing architecture artefacts to professional standards: HLD, LLD, ADR, SDD, and operational handover documentation

• Experience deploying, managing, or consuming AI-powered advisory or FinOps tooling (e.g. CloudHealth, Apptio Cloudability, or equivalent — DVT Cloud Contour training will be provided)

• Ability to translate technical architecture findings into commercial recommendations and executive presentations

• Understanding of mining operational technology (OT) environments, SCADA systems, or industrial data platforms is highly advantageous

• Strong stakeholder management skills — comfortable engaging CTO, CIO, and business leadership audiences

• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong technical documentation capability

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured, methodical approach to architectural design

• Understanding of Agile delivery methodologies and the architecture's role within iterative delivery programmes

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305) — Strongly preferred

• TOGAF 9 or 10 Certification — Beneficial

• Experience in mining, resources, or heavy industry sector environments

• Exposure to FinOps practices, cloud cost governance, and cloud advisory platforms

• Experience with data architecture, data lakehouse patterns, or BI reporting layers

• Familiarity with enterprise integration platforms (Azure Integration Services, MuleSoft, TIBCO, or equivalent)

MINIMUM EDUCATION

• Matric (Grade 12) certificate

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent proven experience in Solution Architecture)

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