We are seeking an experienced and visionary Solution Architect to lead the design/ re-design and delivery of a strategic mobile application initiative within the Telecommunications industry. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud-native architecture (Microsoft Azure), and enterprise-grade mobile solutions. The successful person will play a pivotal role in shaping the technical direction of the project, ensuring scalability, performance, and alignment with business goals What you’ll do: Define and own the end-to-end solution architecture for a mobile application tailored to telecoms use cases (e.g., customer engagement, self-service, network insights). Collaborate with product owners, engineering teams, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions. Architect cloud-native solutions using Microsoft Azure, ensuring high availability, security, and performance. Design and integrate AI-driven features such as predictive analytics, chatbots, and personalization engines (beneficial, not essential). Provide architectural governance and ensure adherence to industry best practices and regulatory standards. Evaluate and recommend technologies, frameworks, and platforms to support long-term scalability and innovation. Mentor development teams and support technical decision-making throughout the SDLC. Your expertise: 8 years of experience in solution architecture, with a strong focus on mobile and cloud-based systems. Proven experience in the Telecommunications industry, with a solid understanding of domain-specific challenges and opportunities. Expertise in Microsoft Azure, including services such as Azure App Services, Azure Functions, Azure AI, Azure DevOps, and Azure API Management. Experience designing and integrating AI/ML solutions into enterprise applications (beneficial, not essential). Strong understanding of mobile architecture principles, including performance optimization, offline capabilities, and secure data handling. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Familiarity with JavaScript/ TypeScript and React Native is advantageous but not essential. Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert). Experience with telecoms platforms, APIs, and data models (e.g., OSS/BSS, CRM, network analytics). Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and agile methodologies. Exposure to data privacy, security, and compliance frameworks relevant to telecoms (e.g., POPIA, GDPR). Qualifications: Matric Relevant IT Qualification Azure Certification – beneficial Other information applicable to the opportunity: Location: Cape Town or Johannesburg (hybrid way of work) 6 month contract Level: Senior (8 years’ experience) Why work for us? Want to work for an organization that solves complex real-world problems with innovative software solutions? At iOCO, we believe anything is possible with modern technology, software, and development expertise. We are continuously pushing the boundaries of innovative solutions across multiple industries using an array of technologies.  You will be part of a consultancy, working with some of the most knowledgeable minds in the industry on interesting solutions across different business domains.  Our culture of continuous learning will ensure that you will have all the opportunities, tools, and support to hone and grow your craft.  By joining IOCO you will have an open invitation to developer inspiring forums. A place where you will be able to connect and learn from and with your peers by sharing ideas, experiences, practices, and solutions.  iOCO is an equal opportunity employer with an obligation to achieve its own unique EE objectives in the context of Employment Equity targets. Therefore, our employment strategy gives primary preference to previously disadvantaged individuals or groups.
