Lead Software Developer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Generous PTO

Professional development budget

Remote work culture

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Software Developer to guide engineering efforts in a fully remote capacity. You will mentor a team, architect scalable software, and ensure delivery of high-quality code across dispersed locations.

In this senior role, drive technical decisions, champion best practices, oversee the full SDLC, and collaborate with product managers to define scope, timelines, and deliverables in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years in software development with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Experience with multiple programming languages and modern frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software developers.
• Architect and design scalable, robust software systems.
• Oversee end-to-end software development lifecycle.
• Promote code reviews, automated testing, and CI/CD.
• Collaborate with product managers to define scope and timelines.

Skills

Team leadership

7+ years experience

Architectural design

Cloud technologies

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

CI/CD

Databases

Cloud platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an accomplished Lead Software Developer to guide their engineering efforts within a fully remote capacity. This senior role involves leading a team of talented developers, architecting scalable software solutions, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality code. You will mentor team members, drive technical decisions, and foster a collaborative and innovative development environment. This is a prime opportunity for an experienced leader to shape the technical direction of key projects, contribute to architectural strategies, and champion best practices in a dynamic, remote-first organization , empowering continuous improvement and team success across dispersed locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software developers, providing technical guidance and fostering skill development.


• Architect and design robust, scalable, and maintainable software systems and features.


• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.


• Champion software development best practices, including code reviews, automated testing, and CI/CD.


• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define project scope, timelines, and deliverables.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.


• 7+ years of experience in software development , with at least 2 years in a leadership or team lead role.


• Proven expertise in multiple programming languages and modern software development frameworks.


• Strong understanding of software architecture patterns, database design, and cloud technologies.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, essential for managing a remote team effectively.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and significant bonus potential.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.


• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.


• Dedicated budget for professional development and continuous learning.


• A vibrant and supportive remote work culture focused on innovation and collaboration.