Lead Software Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level compensation with sign

Comprehensive health insurance

Stock options or equity grants

Budget for professional development

Autonomous remote work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer to spearhead engineering initiatives in a fully remote role. You will guide a distributed team, architect robust systems, and influence technical direction while upholding high standards for quality, performance, and scalability.

You will mentor engineers, oversee the entire SDLC, and collaborate with product teams to define roadmaps. Strong leadership and cloud/architecture expertise are essential for success in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive software engineering experience with leadership track.
• Deep experience with distributed systems, microservices, and scalable architectures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of complex software systems and applications.
• Mentor and guide a team of software engineers, fostering technical growth.
• Oversee the software development lifecycle from conception to deployment and maintenance.
• Ensure best practices in coding, testing, and deployment are followed.
• Collaborate with product management to define requirements and roadmaps.
• Drive technical innovation and introduce new technologies and methodologies.
• Conduct code reviews and provide technical guidance to resolve complex challenges.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Software Engineer to spearhead their engineering initiatives. This fully remote position offers the opportunity to guide a team of talented developers, architect robust software solutions, and influence the technical direction of the company. You will be responsible for setting high standards for code quality, performance, and scalability, while fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture. This is a critical role for a seasoned professional who is passionate about technology, mentorship, and delivering impactful software products in a distributed setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of complex software systems and applications.
• Mentor and guide a team of software engineers, fostering their technical growth and productivity.
• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from conception to deployment and maintenance.
• Ensure the implementation of best practices in coding, testing, and deployment.
• Collaborate with product management and other stakeholders to define project requirements and roadmaps.
• Drive technical innovation and introduce new technologies and methodologies to the team.
• Perform code reviews, provide technical guidance, and resolve complex technical challenges.

Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in software engineering , with a proven track record of leading technical teams.
• Deep expertise in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C++, Go) and associated frameworks.
• Extensive experience designing and implementing scalable, distributed systems and microservices.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and infrastructure automation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, crucial for managing a remote team.
• Proven ability to make sound architectural decisions and solve complex technical problems.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive-level salary and significant bonus potential.
• Comprehensive premium health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous stock options or equity grants.
• Significant budget for professional development, conferences, and training.
• A stimulating and autonomous remote work environment with global team collaboration.