Lead Software Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Hybrid work options

Professional development

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer to spearhead a key development team. You will guide design, development, and deployment while mentoring engineers and shaping technical strategy.

You will drive architectural decisions, ensure code quality, and deliver complex projects in a dynamic environment. A strong background in multiple languages and cloud-native design is essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software development experience, with at least 2 years in a lead role.
• Proficiency in Java, C#, Python, JavaScript, Spring Boot, and/or .NET.
• Strong knowledge of architecture patterns and scalable systems design.

Responsibilities

• Lead a software engineering team through design, development, testing, and deployment.
• Provide technical guidance and architectural direction to the team.
• Oversee code reviews and ensure coding standards and performance goals.
• Collaborate with product management to define roadmaps and timelines.

Skills

Java

C#

Python

JavaScript

Spring Boot

.NET

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Azure

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and dynamic Lead Software Engineer to spearhead a key development team in Rustenburg . This leadership role involves guiding the design, development, and deployment of innovative software solutions while mentoring and growing a team of talented engineers. You will play a crucial part in architectural decisions, code quality oversight, and ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on product development and technical strategy within a forward-thinking organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of software engineers in the design, development, testing, and deployment of high-quality software.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and architectural direction to the engineering team.
• Oversee code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards, best practices, and system performance goals.
• Collaborate with product management to define project roadmaps, technical requirements, and delivery timelines.
• Drive innovation by identifying and implementing new technologies and methodologies to improve development processes and product capabilities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges, ensuring the stability and scalability of the platform.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience (7+ years) in software development, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior technical role.
• Proven expertise in multiple programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Java , C#, Python, JavaScript, Spring Boot, .NET).
• Strong understanding of software architecture patterns, design principles, and scalable systems design.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS , Azure) and microservices architecture.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options.
• Opportunities for advanced training, professional development, and leadership growth.
• A stimulating work environment that encourages creativity and collaboration.
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.