Principal Software Architect

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 1.800.000 - 3.000.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Executive compensation package with a)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, seeks a Principal Software Architect to define the architectural vision and technical roadmap for large-scale systems. You will design scalable, secure, and high-performance architectures and steer multiple engineering teams toward common goals.

This senior leadership role requires deep expertise in microservices, event-driven design, cloud-native technologies, and strong communication to translate business needs into technical solutions.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline or equivalent extensive experience.
• 10+ years of software engineering experience with at least 5 years in a senior architect or principal engineer role.
• Proven ability to design and implement complex, distributed, and scalable software systems.
• Deep understanding of architectural styles (Microservices, Event-Driven Architecture, SOA).
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages (Java, C#, Python, functional programming).
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud-native technologies.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases and data modeling.
• Excellent understanding of system security principles and practices.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Aufgaben

• Define and evolve the software architecture strategy and technical vision for enterprise-level applications.
• Design and document high-level software structures, components, and interfaces.
• Ensure architectures are scalable, reliable, secure, and performant.
• Provide technical leadership to software engineering teams throughout the lifecycle.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, frameworks, and architectural patterns.
• Collaborate with product management and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Establish and enforce architectural standards, best practices, and coding guidelines.
• Conduct architectural reviews and provide mentorship to senior engineers.
• Identify and mitigate architectural risks and technical debt.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in software architecture.
• Drive innovation and technical excellence within the engineering organization.

Kenntnisse

Java

C#

Python

Functional programming

Distributed systems

Ausbildung

Master's or PhD in Computer Science / Software Engineering or equivalent

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

SQL

NoSQL

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in enterprise software solutions, is seeking an exceptional Principal Software Architect to join their esteemed team in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape . This senior strategic role is responsible for defining and overseeing the architectural vision and technical roadmap for complex, large-scale software systems. You will be instrumental in designing robust, scalable, and maintainable architectures that align with business objectives and leverage cutting-edge technologies. The ideal candidate possesses a profound understanding of software design patterns, distributed systems, and cloud-native architectures, combined with strong leadership and communication skills to influence technical direction across multiple engineering teams. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the technical direction of a major software organization from its base in Port Elizabeth .

Key Responsibilities

• Define and evolve the overall software architecture strategy and technical vision for enterprise-level applications.
• Design and document high-level software structures, application components, and interfaces.
• Ensure architectural designs are scalable, reliable, secure, and performant.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to software engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, frameworks, and architectural patterns.
• Collaborate with product management, engineering leaders, and stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Establish and enforce architectural standards, best practices, and coding guidelines.
• Conduct architectural reviews and provide technical mentorship to senior engineers.
• Identify and mitigate architectural risks and technical debt.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in software architecture and design.
• Drive innovation and technical excellence within the engineering organization.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent extensive experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in a senior architect or principal engineer role.
• Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing complex, distributed, and scalable software systems.
• Deep understanding of various architectural styles (e.g., Microservices, Event-Driven Architecture, SOA).
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages and paradigms (e.g., Java, C#, Python, functional programming).
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud-native technologies.
• Strong knowledge of database technologies (SQL, NoSQL) and data modeling.
• Excellent understanding of system security principles and practices.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to diverse audiences.
• Experience with performance tuning and optimization of large-scale systems.

Benefits

• Our client offers an executive-level compensation package, including a significant bonus structure and stock options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a generous retirement plan, and extensive professional development opportunities are provided.
• Employees in Port Elizabeth benefit from a flexible work arrangement, a stimulating and innovative work environment, and the chance to shape the future of enterprise software.
• We foster a culture of continuous learning and provide ample resources for growth.