Enterprise / Solution Architecture Lead (Cloud / Platform) - Africa
Nairobi
Posted 29 April, 2026
Deadline 13 May, 2026
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Information TechnologyFull-TimeSenior-level(6+ yrs)
Job Description
The Enterprise / Solution Architecture Lead is a Senior Manager-level role responsible for ensuring that all major KPMG T&I engagements are correctly designed, technically sound, and structured for repeatable, scalable delivery - before contracts are signed. This role is the primary pre-signing protection mechanism for KPMG T&I, preventing the costly rework, overruns, and client escalations that arise from poor upfront solution design. The Architecture Lead owns the solution design process for cloud, platform, and enterprise technology mandates across the portfolio, working in close collaboration with delivery teams, alliance partners, and client technical stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Own the solution design process for cloud, platform, and enterprise technology mandates across the portfolio.
Work in close collaboration with delivery teams, alliance partners, and client technical stakeholders.
Ensure solutions are technically sound and structured for repeatable, scalable delivery.
Prevent costly rework and overruns by ensuring robust upfront solution design.
Review architectures for large-scale cloud migration, platform modernisation, or digital transformation programmes.
Qualifications and Requirements
Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or an equivalent technical discipline.
Minimum 10 years of technology experience, with at least 5 years in enterprise or solution architecture roles within a consulting or systems integration context.
Mandatory Cloud architecture certification: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305), AWS Solutions Architect Professional, or Google Professional Cloud Architect.
Preferred: TOGAF or equivalent enterprise architecture certification.
Proven experience designing and reviewing architectures for large-scale cloud migration, platform modernisation, or digital transformation programmes.
Familiarity with African market delivery constraints and infrastructure environments.
How to Apply
Candidates must fill out the application form via the provided link and also send their application to talentrecruit@kpmg.co.ke quoting 'Enterprise / Solution Architecture Lead (Cloud / Platform)'. Shortlisting will be conducted on a rolling basis.
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