Solution Architect at Peridot Forte Solutions Consulting

Peridot Forte Solutions Consulting was birthed out of the passion to assist and help organization to create a structure and frame work for their businesses thereby achieving high rate of organizational performance and profit. Organization strives achieving high rate of organizational performance and profit.

We are recruiting on behalf of our client to fill the position below:

Job Title: Solution Architect

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Summary

• We are seeking a skilled and innovative Solution Architect to design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performing technology solutions that align with our business objectives. 
• The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between business needs and technology implementation, ensuring the delivery of effective and sustainable solutions.

Key Responsibilities
Solution Design and Architecture

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into comprehensive architectural designs.
• Design end-to-end system architecture, including integration with existing systems and third-party platforms.
• Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture principles, security standards, and business strategies.

Technical Leadership:

• Lead technical discussions and decision-making during the design and implementation phases.
• Provide guidance and oversight to development teams, ensuring adherence to architectural best practices and standards.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and assess their relevance to the organisation.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with business analysts, product owners, and project managers to ensure clear communication of technical requirements.
• Facilitate discussions with external partners or vendors to align on technical integration requirements.
• Prepare and deliver detailed documentation, including system architecture diagrams, solution overviews, and design specifications.

Quality Assurance and Performance Optimization:

• Conduct architecture reviews, code reviews, and performance audits to ensure solutions meet quality and scalability requirements.
• Identify and resolve technical risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle.
• Optimise existing solutions for improved performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications And Skills
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Solution Architect or in a similar role, with a track record of delivering complex technology solutions.
• Experience with specific Platforms/Technologies, e.g., cloud platforms like AWS/Azure, microservices, API integration, etc.

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and DevOps practices.
• Proficiency in designing solutions using modern architectural frameworks.
• Expertise in system integration, data modelling, and API design.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills to effectively convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in architecture frameworks or cloud platforms (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect).
• Familiarity with blockchain technologies and cross-border payment systems.
• Experience working in a startup or fast-paced environment.

Application Closing Date
12th March, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: peridotforte@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email.