Senior Software Architect: Shape Scalable Systems
Placements24
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Benefits offered by this job
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
Job description
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.
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