Techsavanna Smartphone Software Architect Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya
Techsavanna Smartphone Software Architect Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya
Detailed Description: Reporting to Lead Architect, the Solutions Architect is responsible for producing detailed application architecture and detailed application designs covering the functional and non-functional requirements for the M-Pesa Smartphone Application.
The Solutions Architect will work closely with the Enterprise Architect, Business Analysts and Group Technology stakeholders to ensure that the platform meets the needs of the business within the boundaries of the architectural roadmap and strategy
Job Responsibilities
To be the subject matter expert in Smartphone development and available technologies including front end native development on Android, Android Go, KaiOS and IOS, backend development in microservices and API connectivity with existing supporting systems. To turn business requirements into application requirements and designs.
Responsible for non-functional requirements (NFR) definition and design components across Smartphone platform stack and where necessary the definition of applicable NFR’s.
Applications design specifications for end-user application designs, integration services and API designs, messaging design and security configuration, core application and business logic, database and reporting.
Detail and maintain application component definitions of the Smartphone Application.
Ensure component mapping is updated in alignment with roadmap and platform changes.
Work closely with Client to understand pre-approved, secure design patterns to ensure that designs adhere to security policies and benefit from technology integration already developed
Support definition of architectural policies for requirements, design, development, test and deploy phases.
Assess industry standard applications development methodologies and tailor/adapt to the needs of the Smartphone programme.
Support strategy definition of load and performance testing, working with business & operational stakeholders to articulate impact of testing on quality of service.
Pro-actively look to automate processes within the development lifecycle, including build automation and test automation.
Utilize technology experience, assist the Mobile Payments Enterprise Architect in defining and communicating the Smartphone technology roadmap.
Assess products and approaches to support architectural evolution of the Smartphone App.
Work with business stakeholders to highlight business implications and enablers of technology roadmap on future procedures and business processes. Work with Group and Operating
Company lead technologists to
ensure that roadmap aligns with overall organisation technology strategy.
Pro-actively look for future technology solutions to reduce Total Cost of platform ownership whilst maintaining and enhancing platform resilience, monitoring and performance.
Job Requirements
IT-related education/degree
At least 6 years in extensive hands-on experience of Software development, under Agile process.
At least 2 years proven experience of designing smartphone application architectures
Experience on CI/CD processes and technologies, like Jenkins, Git, Docker, Packer
Experience in the use of UML notation in capturing and documenting designs
Experience of working within a multi-national team and serving customers from multiple countries would be of benefit
Practical experience of a range of development and application technology platforms, like Java, SQL, XML technologies
Experience of API development and integration covering various design approaches like HTTP, SOAP, REST.
Ability to work within a demanding environment, being a key contributor to a fast-moving product
Ability to work reactively and proactively
Strong business and customer focus
Demonstrable numerical, analytical and verbal skills, well-developed written and verbal communication skills in English
Experience of working in an agile environment will be beneficial
How to Apply
Are you AWS certified?
How many years of experience do you have in Software development?
Do you have experience in designing credit system architectures?
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience, please send your resume with your cell phone contact indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role, clearly quoting the job title and job reference to the address below by 4th/September/2020.
info@techsavanna.technology
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