Lead Software Architect

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training & certifications

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Software Architect to guide technical strategy for core platforms in George. This senior role defines architectural blueprints, standards, and long-term viability of systems while driving innovation across the Western Cape IT landscape.

You will lead architecture for microservices, APIs, data models, and integration strategies, mentoring teams and collaborating with product and operations to deliver scalable solutions.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years in software development with at least 4 years as a Software Architect.
• Experience designing large-scale distributed, resilient systems.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, C# and patterns like Microservices and EDA.
• Deep knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and containers (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong communication, leadership and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

• Define and document the overall software architecture, including microservices, APIs, data models, and integration strategies.
• Lead the technical design and development of major software initiatives aligned with business goals.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and frameworks to enhance the SDLC and platforms.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams, promoting best practices.
• Establish and enforce architectural standards, design patterns, and guidelines.
• Collaborate with product management and operations to translate requirements into scalable solutions.

Skills

Software architecture

Microservices

Event-driven architecture

Cloud platforms AWS/Azure

Docker

Kubernetes

Java

Python

C#

Leadership

Education

Master's or PhD in Computer Science / Software Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks an accomplished and visionary Lead Software Architect to guide the technical strategy and implementation for their core platforms in George . This senior position requires a deep understanding of software design principles, scalable architectures, and emerging technologies. You will be responsible for defining architectural blueprints, setting technical standards, and ensuring the long-term viability and performance of our client's software systems. This is a crucial leadership role that offers the opportunity to influence technology decisions and drive innovation within the IT landscape of the Western Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Define and document the overall software architecture, including microservices, APIs, data models, and integration strategies.
• Lead the technical design and development of major software initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and frameworks to enhance the software development lifecycle and platform capabilities.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams, fostering best practices in coding, testing, and deployment.
• Establish and enforce architectural standards, design patterns, and development guidelines across all projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including product management and operations, to translate complex requirements into scalable and maintainable technical solutions.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in software development, with at least 4 years in a Software Architect role.
• Proven experience designing and implementing large-scale, distributed, and resilient systems.
• Expertise in multiple programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#) and architectural patterns (e.g., Microservices, Event-Driven Architecture).
• In-depth knowledge of cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid, life insurance, and retirement fund benefits.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• Generous allowance for professional training and certifications.
• A forward-thinking and innovative work environment in the scenic setting of George .