Lead Software Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; À distance; ZAR 900 000 - 1 800 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Home office stipend

Remote-friendly culture

Health insurance

Professional development

Unlimited PTO

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer to join a fully remote team. The role requires guiding architectural decisions, mentoring engineers, and driving best practices across development, testing, and deployment.

You will shape technical direction and ensure scalable, secure software in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of software development and 3+ years in technical leadership, strong cloud and microservices experience, and excellent

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field.
• 7+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 3 years in a technical leadership role.
• Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C#, JavaScript) and frameworks.
• Strong experience with databases (SQL and/or NoSQL) and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Experience with agile methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.
• Experience with microservices, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes) and DevOps practices is desirable.

Responsabilités

• Lead a team of software engineers in design, development, testing and deployment of complex applications.
• Architect and implement robust, scalable and maintainable codebases.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to define requirements.
• Drive best practices including code reviews, unit tests, and CI/CD.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers and support career development.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues ensuring system stability.
• Evaluate new technologies to improve development efficiency and product quality.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technology decisions.
• Ensure adherence to security best practices throughout the SDLC.
• Participate actively in an agile process with sprint planning and stand-ups.

Connaissances

Leadership

Mentoring

Remote collaboration

CI/CD

Code reviews

Problem solving

Communication

Agile methodologies

Formation

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Software Engineering

Outils

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

SQL/NoSQL databases

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is a cutting-edge software development company seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer to join their dynamic, fully remote team. This pivotal role requires a highly skilled engineer with a passion for building scalable, high-quality software solutions and a proven ability to lead and mentor other engineers. You will be instrumental in driving technical direction, architectural decisions, and best practices within your team. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in full-stack development, expertise in modern programming languages and frameworks, and a deep understanding of agile methodologies. As a remote-first organization, we provide a collaborative and supportive environment, equipping our engineers with the tools and resources needed to excel from anywhere. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to innovative projects and grow your career in a forward-thinking company.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of software engineers in the design, development, testing, and deployment of complex software applications.
• Architect and implement robust, scalable, and maintainable codebases using modern programming languages and frameworks.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and deliverables.
• Drive best practices in software development, including code reviews, unit testing, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).
• Mentor and coach junior engineers, fostering their technical growth and career development.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring the stability and performance of software systems.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to improve development efficiency and product quality.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and decision-making processes.
• Ensure adherence to security best practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Participate actively in an agile development process, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 7+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 3 years in a technical leadership or lead engineer role.
• Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C#, JavaScript) and associated frameworks.
• Strong experience with database technologies (SQL and/or NoSQL) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Demonstrated experience with agile methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with remote teams.
• Experience with microservices architecture, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and DevOps practices is highly desirable.
• A portfolio of successful software projects or contributions to open-source projects is a plus.
• Must have the legal right to work remotely and be able to manage work across different time zones.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous home office setup stipend and ongoing technology support.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO) and flexible working hours.
• Significant opportunities for professional development, attending conferences, and advanced training.
• Exposure to challenging and innovative projects using state-of-the-art technologies.
• A vibrant and inclusive remote-first company culture that values collaboration and work-life balance.