Senior Software Architect - Hybrid

Placements24; United States; Híbrido; USD 73.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Generous leave

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Challenging projects

Career progression

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a Senior Software Architect to lead architectural design and technical direction for our logistics-focused software stack. You will ensure robust, scalable solutions and mentor development teams in a hybrid work setting.

You will drive modern architectural patterns, oversee implementations, and collaborate with product managers and engineers to meet evolving business needs. A strong background in enterprise-scale systems and Agile practices is essential.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree required in CS/Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years in software development and architecture.
• Proven experience with enterprise-scale applications.
• Proficient in one or more languages (Java, C#, Python, Go).
• Experience with microservices, APIs, and distributed systems.
• Cloud familiarity (AWS, Azure, GCP) is advantageous.
• Strong SQL/NoSQL database knowledge.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor technical teams.
• Experience with Agile and CI/CD practices.

Responsabilidades

• Design scalable, high-performance software architectures.
• Set standards, practices, and roadmaps for technology.
• Translate requirements into technical designs with stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to teams.
• Evaluate new technologies and tools; drive adoption.
• Oversee architectural implementations and quality adherence.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks throughout SDLC.
• Conduct architectural reviews and give feedback.
• Create and maintain architectural documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement of development processes.

Conocimientos

Bachelor's degree

7+ years experience

Enterprise architecture

Java / C# / Python / Go

Microservices & APIs

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

SQL & NoSQL databases

Analytical & communication skills

Lead technical teams

Agile & CI/CD

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a well-established logistics and supply chain management company in East London, Eastern Cape, ZA, is seeking a Senior Software Architect. This hybrid role allows for a dynamic work environment, combining essential in-office teamwork with remote flexibility to optimize productivity and work-life balance. You will be responsible for the architectural design and technical direction of our software systems, ensuring they are robust, scalable, and meet the evolving needs of the business. This position requires a deep understanding of software development best practices, modern architectural patterns, and the ability to lead and mentor development teams. You will play a crucial role in modernizing our technology stack and driving innovation within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable, high-performance, and secure software applications.


• Define architectural standards, best practices, and technology roadmaps.


• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical designs.


• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software development teams.


• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, frameworks, and tools.


• Oversee the implementation of architectural designs, ensuring adherence to quality standards.


• Identify and mitigate technical risks throughout the software development lifecycle.


• Conduct architectural reviews and provide constructive feedback.


• Develop and maintain comprehensive architectural documentation.


• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.


• 7+ years of experience in software development and architecture.


• Proven experience designing and implementing complex enterprise-level applications.


• Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, C#, Python, Go).


• Experience with microservices architecture, APIs, and distributed systems.


• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a significant advantage.


• Solid understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL).


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.


• Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and mentor developers.


• Experience with Agile methodologies and CI/CD practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.


• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement plan.


• Generous annual leave and flexible working conditions.


• Opportunities for professional development, training, and certifications.


• Hybrid work model promoting a healthy work-life balance.


• Exposure to challenging projects in the logistics and supply chain domain.


• Collaborative team environment and supportive management.


• Clear career progression paths within the organization.