Lead Software Architect – Hybrid, Mentorship & Impact

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Retirement plan

Career development opportunities

Team social events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Software Developer in Mossel Bay to guide the engineering team. This hybrid role focuses on technical leadership, mentoring developers, and shaping architectural decisions for key software projects.

You will collaborate with product management to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions, driving high-quality deliverables and maintaining system stability. Strong leadership and communication are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 6+ years of professional software development experience, with a proven track record in leading development teams.
• Expertise in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#, JavaScript).
• Strong understanding of software architecture patterns, design principles, and database technologies.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software developers, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Architect and design robust, scalable, and maintainable software solutions.
• Oversee the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with product managers to define project roadmaps and technical strategies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring the stability and performance of applications.

Skills

Leadership

Architectural design

Agile

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Java

Python

C#

JavaScript

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Software Developer in Mossel Bay to guide the engineering team. This hybrid role focuses on technical leadership, mentoring developers, and shaping architectural decisions for key software projects.

You will collaborate with product management to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions, driving high-quality deliverables and maintaining system stability. Strong leadership and communication are essential for success in this role.