Lead – Enterprise Integration Specialist

Brief Description The main purpose of this position is to lead the delivery of integration innovation, technological advancements, design and optimisation of the enterprise application program interface (API) solutions. Detailed Description The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas: •Define integration development and design standards and processes to ensure uniformity in the delivery of integration artefacts. •Design future integration frameworks and develop integration capabilities to ensure the delivery of technological road maps by the Integration Centre of Excellence (CoE). •Drive the implementation of integration frameworks and capabilities. •Ensure that integration planning and practices are aligned with strategic business goals and the overall strategic vision of the Business Solutions and Technology Department (BSTD) of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB). •Collaborate with application subject matter experts (SMEs) and architects in the development of the CoE’s approach and methodologies. •Keep abreast of technological advancements in the area of integration through research, make recommendations, and ensure the implementation thereof where appropriate. •Lead the Proof of Concept (PoC) process and execution of the implementation of associated technologies. •Provide on-the-job training, mentoring and coaching in respect of innovative ways of working to the CoE. •Establish and manage internal and external stakeholder relationships to ensure a common understanding of integration technology implementation. •Report on the delivery and performance of integration initiatives and possible future drivers. •Keep abreast of information and communication technology (ICT) trends and provide advice on best practice and automation techniques. •?Fulfil the line management function pertaining to the development and performance of the delivery team. Job Requirements To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of: •a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology (IT) or Engineering, or an equivalent qualification; and •8?10 years’ experience in specific integration technologies and products. The following would be an added advantage: •an Honour’s degree; or •a certification in integration. Additional requirements include: •advanced continuous improvement knowledge and skill; •industry, organisational and business awareness, knowledge and skill; •business continuity planning knowledge and skill; •collaboration knowledge and skill; •advanced application design and development knowledge and skill; •advanced application support and maintenance knowledge and skill; advanced systems integration knowledge and skill; •database administration knowledge and skill; •IT governance knowledge and skill; •operations knowledge and skill; and •continued learning and/or professional development knowledge and skill.