Enterprise / Solution Architecture Lead (Cloud / Platform) - Africa
Nairobi
Posted 30 April, 2026
Deadline 14 May, 2026
Information TechnologyFull-TimeSenior-level(6+ yrs)
Job Description
Role Overview
The Enterprise / Solution Architecture Lead is a Senior Manager-level role responsible for ensuring that all major KPMG Technology & Innovation (T&I) engagements are correctly designed, technically sound, and structured for repeatable, scalable delivery before contracts are signed. This role serves as the primary pre-signing protection mechanism for KPMG T&I, preventing 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
Solution Design Governance: Oversee the design of major engagements to ensure they are technically viable and scalable.
Pre-signing Review: Act as a protection mechanism by identifying risks in architecture before contracts are finalized.
Collaboration: Work alongside delivery teams and alliance partners to align solutions with client requirements.
Portfolio Management: Manage solution designs for cloud and enterprise technology mandates across the African portfolio.
Academic/ Professional Qualifications and Experience
Education: Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or an equivalent technical discipline.
Cloud Certifications (Required): Must hold at least one of the following: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305), AWS Solutions Architect Professional, or Google Professional Cloud Architect.
Enterprise Certification: TOGAF or equivalent enterprise architecture certification is preferred.
Total Experience: Minimum 10 years of technology experience.
Role-specific Experience: At least 5 years in enterprise or solution architecture roles within a consulting or systems integration context.
Track Record: Proven experience designing and reviewing architectures for large-scale cloud migration, platform modernization, or digital transformation programs.
Market Knowledge: Familiarity with African market delivery constraints and infrastructure environments.
How to Apply
Mandatory Form: Completion of the KPMG Application Link is mandatory for consideration.
Email Submission: Send your application to talentrecruit@kpmg.co.ke.
Subject Line: Quote ‘Enterprise / Solution Architecture Lead (Cloud / Platform) - Africa’ in the subject line.
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