Enterprise Architect, Information Technology
StandardBankGroup
Posted: February 4, 2026
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Enterprise Architect, Information Technology
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Job Description
Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.
The Enterprise architect will be responsible for linking the business mission, strategy, and processes of the bank to the Information Technology strategy; documents and monitors this using multiple architectural models, views and methods that show how the bank’s current and future needs will be met in an efficient, sustainable, agile, and adaptable manner.
Type of Qualification: Bachelor's Degree
Field of Study: Information Technology or Computer Sciences
Type of Qualification:  Project Management
Experience Required
• Hand-ons Experience (5 – 7 years) in Software Development, Application Support, IT Infrastructure or any other technical IT roles.
• Previous experience as a Solution Architect, Technical Lead, or Business Analyst is highly preferred.
• Domain Expertise in data management, cloud infrastructure, security or networking.
• Understanding of business strategy, IT Governance, and organizational structures to align IT with business goals.
• Knowledge of Enterprise Architecture frameworks such as TOGAF or ITIL.
• Experience with UML, BPMN, or ArchiMate to map business capabilities.
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, often working with C-suite executives
Behavioural Competencies:
• Developing Strategies
• Providing Insights
• Documenting Facts
• Examining Information
• Articulating Information
• Team Working
Technical Competencies:
• IT Architecture
• Business Process Improvement
• Internal and External IT Environment
• Diagramming and Modelling
• Emerging technology monitoring