Principal Software Architect

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health insurance

Flexible hybrid work

Professional development budget

Strategic influence

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp is seeking a visionary Principal Software Architect to define the technical vision and architectural roadmap for enterprise-scale systems. You will set standards for software development, deployment, and operations while mentoring engineering teams.

The role requires 10+ years in software architecture, deep knowledge of microservices, event-driven and monolithic styles, and hands-on experience with AWS/Azure/GCP, containerization, and CI/CD.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• PhD preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in software development and architecture.
• Deep understanding of microservices, event-driven, and monolithic architectures.
• Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization, and CI/CD.

Responsibilities

• Design robust, scalable, and secure architectures for enterprise applications.
• Provide technical leadership across the SDLC.
• Define and enforce architectural standards and patterns.
• Evaluate technologies and tools to meet business requirements.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers and operations to implement designs.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks ensuring performance, security, and reliability.

Skills

Architectural design

Leadership

Cloud platforms

CI/CD

Security architecture

Technical mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

PhD preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Principal Software Architect to join their team in Klerksdorp . This senior role is crucial for defining and driving the technical vision and architectural roadmap for complex software systems. You will be responsible for making high-level design choices and dictating technical standards, including software development, deployment, and operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing scalable, resilient, and secure software architectures, mentoring engineering teams, and collaborating effectively with business stakeholders to align technology strategy with business objectives. This is a unique opportunity to shape the technological future of a leading organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and document robust, scalable, and secure software architectures for enterprise-level applications.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Define and enforce architectural standards, patterns, and best practices across the organization.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools to meet project and business requirements.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and operations teams to ensure alignment and successful implementation of architectural designs.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks, ensuring the performance, security, and reliability of software systems.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; PhD preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in software development and architecture.
• Proven track record of designing and delivering complex, large-scale software systems.
• Deep understanding of various architectural styles (e.g., microservices, event-driven, monolithic) and their trade-offs.
• Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization, and CI/CD practices.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including salary and significant stock options.
• Comprehensive premium health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible hybrid work arrangements.
• Significant budget for professional development, including conferences and advanced training.
• Strategic influence on company-wide technology direction and innovation.