Senior Software Architect

Placements24; The Islands (MS); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Healthcare (medical/dental/vision)

Generous PTO and retirement plans

Learning opportunities and conferences

Dynamic, innovation-focused work env

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Software Architect to lead the technical direction of core products. This on-site role in Paarl involves shaping architecture, ensuring scalability, and driving reliable software design. You will mentor teams and align architecture with business strategy.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in software engineering, 5+ in architect roles, and strong cloud, microservices, and leadership capabilities to influence technical decisions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software engineering experience with at least 5 years in a software architect role.
• Proven track record designing and delivering large-scale systems.
• Deep knowledge of design principles, patterns, and system design.
• Experience with cloud platforms and modern tech stacks.
• Excellent communication and leadership to influence decisions.

Responsibilities

• Design and define high-level software architecture and technical strategy.
• Translate business requirements into scalable, secure technical solutions.
• Establish architectural standards, best practices, and patterns.
• Evaluate technologies and tools to meet project needs.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.
• Conduct architectural reviews and propose mitigation strategies.

Skills

Software architecture

Microservices

Event-driven design

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Leadership/mentorship

Communication

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Senior Software Architect to join their core technology team in Paarl . This critical role involves defining and overseeing the technical direction of the company's software products, ensuring that our architectural decisions support scalability, reliability, and maintainability. You will work closely with engineering leaders, product managers, and development teams to translate business strategy into robust technical designs and solutions. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned architect to shape the future of our client's technology landscape and drive innovation through sound architectural principles in an on-site capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and define high-level software architecture and technical strategy for complex systems and applications.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable, resilient, and secure technical solutions.
• Establish and enforce architectural standards, best practices, and design patterns across engineering teams.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools to meet project and business needs.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software engineering teams, guiding them in implementing architectural vision.
• Conduct architectural reviews, identify potential risks, and propose mitigation strategies to ensure system integrity and performance.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in a software architect role.
• Proven track record of designing and delivering complex, large-scale software systems.
• Deep understanding of software design principles, architectural patterns (e.g., microservices, event-driven), and system design.
• Proficiency with various programming languages and modern technology stacks.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their respective services.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence technical decisions and articulate complex concepts clearly.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive salary and significant bonus potential.
• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and retirement savings plans.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and attending industry leading conferences.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment focused on technological innovation and career advancement.