Lead Software Architect

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Equity options

Global health coverage

Unlimited PTO

Remote work support

Home office allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Software Architect to drive the technical vision of our remote engineering leadership team. You will shape architectural strategy and standards for scalable software products, guiding global teams to deliver resilient systems.

You will mentor engineers, set coding standards, and evaluate technologies to ensure alignment with business goals. This is a strategic, high-impact role in a globally distributed, agile environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software development experience with at least 5 years in a software architect or senior leadership role.
• Proven track record designing large-scale distributed systems and microservices.
• Deep understanding of architectural styles, patterns, and data modelling techniques.
• Expertise across multiple languages/tech stacks with strong cloud knowledge (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Excellent communication and ability to influence technical direction in a remote, agile context.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the overall software architecture, strategy, and technology roadmap.
• Lead design/implementation of scalable, resilient, and secure distributed systems.
• Establish coding standards, patterns, and best practices across teams.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and architects.
• Evaluate technologies, frameworks, and tools; align with business objectives.

Skills

Software architecture

Distributed systems

Cloud computing

Microservices

Leadership

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished and visionary Lead Software Architect to join their fully remote engineering leadership team. This is a crucial role responsible for defining the technical vision, architectural strategy, and standards that guide the development of our cutting-edge software products. You will work with engineering teams across the globe, ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability of our systems. This remote position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of our technology stack and mentor a high-performing engineering organization, contributing significantly to our innovative solutions from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and own the overall software architecture, technical strategy, and technology roadmap.
• Lead the design and implementation of scalable, resilient, and secure distributed systems.
• Establish and enforce coding standards, design patterns, and best practices across engineering teams.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software engineers and architects.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools for current and future projects.
• Collaborate with product management and business stakeholders to align technical solutions with business objectives.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in a Software Architect or senior technical leadership role.
• Proven experience designing and implementing large-scale, distributed systems and microservices architectures.
• Deep understanding of various architectural styles, design patterns, and data modeling techniques.
• Expertise in multiple programming languages and technology stacks, with a strong grasp of cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing technical direction.
• Experience working in an agile, fast-paced, remote development environment.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including salary and equity options.
• Comprehensive global health coverage.
• Unlimited paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Remote work infrastructure support and home office allowance.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and industry influence.