Lead Software Developer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Stock options

Unlimited PTO

Health insurance

Home office stipend

Professional development

Team events

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Software Developer to drive engineering at a fast-growing FinTech startup. This remote role leads a team, architects scalable systems, and shapes the technical roadmap for innovative financial solutions.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of software development experience, strong leadership, and expertise in Java, Python, Go, or JavaScript/TypeScript, plus cloud and microservices work. Remote-first culture with emphasis on communication and delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 7+ years of professional software development experience with leadership.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, Go, or JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and microservices architecture.
• Strong understanding of databases and data modeling.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Architect and design scalable, robust, and maintainable software systems.
• Drive the development of new features from conception to deployment.
• Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and code reviews.
• Collaborate with product management, design, and stakeholders to define requirements.
• Identify and address technical debt and performance bottlenecks.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve development efficiency.
• Ensure security and integrity of applications and data.
• Contribute to strategic technical planning and roadmap development.
• Participate in architectural reviews and provide guidance.

Skills

Java

Python

Go

JavaScript/TypeScript

Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Microservices

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Job description

Our client, a rapidly growing FinTech startup, is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Software Developer to spearhead their engineering efforts. This role is entirely remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to the development of innovative financial solutions. You will be responsible for leading a team of talented developers, architecting scalable systems, and driving the technical roadmap. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership qualities, a deep understanding of modern software development practices, and a passion for building high-quality, performant applications. As a remote-first company, we thrive on effective communication, collaboration, and a results-oriented approach. You will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our client's technology platform and fostering a culture of excellence within the engineering team. Join us in transforming the financial landscape from your remote workspace.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Architect and design scalable, robust, and maintainable software systems.
• Drive the development of new features and applications from conception to deployment.
• Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and code review processes.
• Collaborate with product management, design, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and technical solutions.
• Identify and address technical debt and performance bottlenecks.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies and tools to improve development efficiency.
• Ensure the security and integrity of applications and data.
• Contribute to strategic technical planning and roadmap development.
• Participate in architectural reviews and provide technical guidance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of professional software development experience, with a proven track record of leading projects or teams.
• Expertise in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, Go, JavaScript/TypeScript).
• Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and microservices architecture.
• Deep understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) and data modeling.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Excellent understanding of software design patterns, data structures, and algorithms.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a remote setting.
• Experience in the FinTech industry is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remote annual salary of R .
• Stock options package for key employees.
• Unlimited paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous home office stipend and equipment allowance.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and training.
• A dynamic and innovative startup culture.
• Regular virtual team-building events.
• Opportunity to shape the company's technical direction.
• Significant career growth potential.