Solution Architect in Lagos
About the role:
We are looking for an innovative solution architect to develop and implement a system architecture that will meet business needs. The solution architect’s responsibilities include gathering requirements and functional specifications, assessing the current software systems in place in order to identify areas in need of improvement, and overseeing development teams. You should also be able to regularly update the company on any developments in systems architecture projects.
To be successful as a solution architect, you should be able to integrate any updated specifications and requirements into the system architecture. An outstanding solution architect should be able to explain complex problems to management in layman’s terms.
What will you be doing?
- Building and integrating information systems to meet the company’s needs.
- Assessing the system architecture currently in place and working with technical staff to recommend solutions to improve it.
- Resolving technical problems as they arise.
- Providing supervision and guidance to development teams.
- Continuously researching current and emerging technologies and proposing changes where needed.
- Informing various stakeholders about any problems with the current technical solutions being implemented.
- Assessing the business impact that certain technical choices have.
- Providing updates to stakeholders on product development processes, costs, and budgets.
Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology, software engineering, computer science, or a related field.
- Proven experience in engineering and software architecture design.
- Previous project management experience is advantageous.
- In-depth understanding of coding languages (Java, JavaScript).
- Sound knowledge of various operating systems and databases.
- Efficient communication skills.
- Strong organizational and leadership skills.
Solution Architect in Lagos
Lagos, Nigeria, is known for its vibrant and rapidly growing tech industry, with a thriving community of software developers at its core. As the economic hub of Africa's largest economy, Lagos has a large pool of talented and highly skilled developers, who are driving innovation and growth in the tech sector. With the increasing demand for software developers in Nigeria and the rest of Africa, Lagos is becoming an attractive destination for international tech companies looking to tap into the region's talent pool. The city is home to numerous tech hubs, incubators, and accelerators that provide support and resources for software developers and startups. Some of the most prominent tech hubs in Lagos include Co-Creation Hub, which provides co-working space, training, and mentorship for tech startups, and Scrums.com, a talent accelerator that trains and connects software developers with top tech companies around the world. These hubs are helping to build a strong and interconnected community of software developers in Lagos, who are working together to solve some of Africa's most pressing challenges through technology.
