Data and AI Architect

Recruiter:

A 1L Realization (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

JHB001014/Tshid

Date posted:

Friday, July 10, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client in the telecommunications sector is looking for a Data and AI Architect on a contract duration of 6 months.

Role Purpose

The Data & AI Architect is responsible for defining and governing the enterprise data and Artificial Intelligence architecture across the telecommunications environment. The role ensures that data platforms, AI capabilities, analytics solutions, and machine learning initiatives align with business strategy while supporting digital transformation, customer experience, network optimisation, and operational excellence. The successful candidate will design scalable cloud-based data ecosystems, establish AI governance frameworks, and enable advanced analytics across BSS, OSS, CRM, ERP, Network, Digital Channels, and Enterprise platforms.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements Education Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Engineering, or related field. Postgraduate qualification advantageous. TOGAF certification preferred. Experience 8-12+ years in Data Architecture or Enterprise Architecture. 5+ years designing enterprise cloud data platforms. Experience delivering AI and Machine Learning solutions. Telecommunications industry experience. Experience within large enterprise digital transformation programmes. Strong experience across OSS\/BSS environments. Experience with enterprise integration architectures. Experience designing data governance frameworks. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us in 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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