Lead Software Developer - Renewable Energy Solutions

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 2,305,000 - 2,964,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Bonus potential

Flexible hours

Stock options

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Software Developer to spearhead the development of cutting-edge solutions for renewable energy management and optimization. This fully remote role offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects from anywhere, guiding a distributed team.

You will architect robust software, drive technical excellence, and implement CI/CD and automated testing to ensure quality and scalability in a remote-first culture.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of professional software development experience.
• 2–3 years in a technical leadership or lead developer role.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, C#, or JavaScript with modern cloud stack.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and deployment of scalable software for renewable energy systems.
• Architect robust software solutions and define development best practices.
• Mentor a team of software developers and foster collaboration.
• Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and stakeholders to define roadmaps.
• Write clean, well-documented code and participate in code reviews.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and automated testing strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement of the development process and toolchain.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies in software and energy sectors.
• Ensure security, reliability, and performance of all solutions.

Skills

Python

Java

C#

JavaScript

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

REST API design

CI/CD

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking innovator in the Energy sector, is looking for a Lead Software Developer to spearhead the development of cutting-edge solutions for renewable energy management and optimization. This fully remote position offers the unique opportunity to work on impactful projects from anywhere, contributing to a sustainable future. You will lead a team of talented developers, architecting robust software solutions, and driving technical excellence. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership qualities, a deep understanding of software development lifecycles, and a passion for clean energy technologies. We are building a distributed, agile team focused on innovation and are seeking a proactive and visionary individual to guide our software development efforts in this crucial domain. This role is perfect for a senior developer who thrives in a remote-first culture and wants to make a tangible difference in the Energy landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable and high-performance software applications for renewable energy systems.
• Architect robust and maintainable software solutions, making key technology choices and defining development best practices.
• Manage and mentor a team of software developers, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, data scientists, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and roadmaps.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, adhering to coding standards and participating in code reviews.
• Implement and champion CI/CD pipelines and automated testing strategies to ensure code quality and deployment efficiency.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the software development process and toolchain.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends in software development and renewable energy.
• Ensure the security, reliability, and performance of all developed software solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of professional software development experience, with at least 2-3 years in a technical leadership or lead developer role.
• Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C#, JavaScript).
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) and API design principles (RESTful).
• Experience with agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Demonstrated ability to architect complex software systems and lead development teams.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively and independently in a remote team environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remote salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Performance-based bonus and potential stock options.
• Flexible working hours and a supportive remote work culture.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and attending virtual conferences.
• The chance to work on innovative projects shaping the future of the Energy sector globally.