Lead Software Architect — Enterprise Solutions (Flexible)

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Performance-based bonuses

Generous paid time off

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, seeks a Lead Software Developer to steer the design and delivery of large-scale enterprise applications. You will mentor developers and champion architectural excellence across projects.

The role requires 7+ years in enterprise software, with Java/C#/Python expertise and familiarity with microservices, cloud platforms (Azure/AWS), and Docker. Strong leadership and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS or related field or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of professional software development with enterprise focus.
• Proven experience leading software teams and projects.
• Expertise in Java, C#, or Python.
• Strong understanding of microservices and layered architectures.
• Experience with SQL Server or Oracle and ORM frameworks.
• Familiarity with Azure/AWS and Docker desirable.
• Experience with Agile (Scrum/Kanban) development.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and implementation of enterprise-level software.
• Architect scalable, high-performance, maintainable solutions.
• Mentor and guide a team of developers, fostering technical excellence.
• Conduct code reviews ensuring coding standards and guidelines.
• Collaborate with PMs, analysts, and stakeholders to define scope.
• Oversee full SDLC from planning to deployment and maintenance.
• Identify and resolve complex technical challenges and bottlenecks.
• Evaluate new technologies to improve development efficiency.
• Ensure security and integrity of enterprise systems.
• Contribute to strategic technical planning and roadmaps.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Java

C#

Python

Microservices

Architectural patterns

Agile (Scrum/Kanban)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

SQL Server

Oracle

Azure

AWS

ORM frameworks

Job description

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, seeks a Lead Software Developer to steer the design and delivery of large-scale enterprise applications. You will mentor developers and champion architectural excellence across projects.

The role requires 7+ years in enterprise software, with Java/C#/Python expertise and familiarity with microservices, cloud platforms (Azure/AWS), and Docker. Strong leadership and collaboration are essential.