Remote Lead Java Architect for Enterprise Backend

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote work allowance

Flexible working hours

Professional development budget

Career growth opportunities

Access to cutting-edge technology

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Software Developer with strong Java expertise to lead enterprise applications from a remote location. You will guide a team of developers, shape technical strategy, and ensure scalable, high-quality software delivery across the full lifecycle.

The role requires deep Java knowledge (Spring Boot, Hibernate), microservices experience, cloud and containerization skills, and a proven track record in leading projects within Agile environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 7+ years of professional software development experience with a strong focus on Java.
• Proven experience in leading software development teams and projects.
• Deep understanding of Java and its ecosystem, including Spring Boot, Hibernate, and related frameworks.
• Experience with microservices architecture and RESTful API design.
• Proficiency in relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and SQL.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (e.g., JavaScript, Angular, React) is a plus.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong knowledge of software development best practices, including Agile methodologies, CI/CD, and testing.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of Java-based enterprise applications.
• Mentor and guide a team of software developers, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
• Oversee code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Contribute to architectural design and decision-making processes.
• Develop and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance backend systems.
• Collaborate with product managers, stakeholders, and other engineers to define project requirements and deliverables.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production and development environments.
• Optimize application performance and ensure system scalability.
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code.
• Stay current with emerging Java technologies and industry trends.
• Drive the adoption of new technologies and methodologies to improve development processes.

Skills

Java

Leadership

Spring Boot

Hibernate

RESTful APIs

SQL

CI/CD

Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Docker/Kubernetes

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

PostgreSQL

MySQL

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Software Developer with strong Java expertise to lead enterprise applications from a remote location. You will guide a team of developers, shape technical strategy, and ensure scalable, high-quality software delivery across the full lifecycle.

The role requires deep Java knowledge (Spring Boot, Hibernate), microservices experience, cloud and containerization skills, and a proven track record in leading projects within Agile environments.