Remote Lead Software Architect

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Career development

Global team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Lead Software Architect to steer the architecture of our core platform. You will define standards, guide teams, and ensure technical excellence across products while working fully remotely with engineers across time zones.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in software development, 5+ years in architecture, and deep expertise in microservices, distributed systems, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP). Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent extensive experience in computer science or related fields.
• 10+ years in software development with at least 5 years in an architects role.
• Proven experience designing distributed, scalable systems and applying microservices patterns.

Responsibilities

• Define and evolve the overall software architecture and technical vision for the company.
• Lead the design of scalable, reliable, and secure software systems and applications.
• Establish and enforce architectural principles, standards, and best practices.
• Collaborate with product management and engineering teams to define technical roadmaps and requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software engineers and architects.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, frameworks, and tools to enhance the technology stack.
• Conduct architectural reviews and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks and dependencies.
• Drive innovation in microservices, cloud-native development, and data architecture.
• Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Mentoring

Independent work

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

10+ years of software development experience

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative enterprise software provider, is seeking a highly experienced and forward-thinking Remote Lead Software Architect to drive the design and evolution of our core technology platform. This is a critical role for an individual passionate about building scalable, resilient, and maintainable software systems. You will be responsible for defining architectural standards, guiding development teams, and ensuring technical excellence across our product portfolio. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of software design patterns, distributed systems, cloud-native architectures, and modern development methodologies. This position offers the unique opportunity to shape the technical direction of a growing company, working entirely remotely and collaborating with talented engineers across different time zones. If you are a strategic thinker with a proven track record in software architecture, this fully remote role is an exceptional opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and evolve the overall software architecture and technical vision for the company.
• Lead the design of scalable, reliable, and secure software systems and applications.
• Establish and enforce architectural principles, standards, and best practices.
• Collaborate with product management and engineering teams to define technical roadmaps and requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software engineers and architects.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, frameworks, and tools to enhance the technology stack.
• Conduct architectural reviews and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks and dependencies.
• Drive innovation in areas such as microservices, cloud-native development, and data architecture.
• Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent extensive experience.
• 10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in a software architect role.
• Proven experience designing and building complex, scalable, and distributed systems.
• Deep understanding of architectural patterns (e.g., microservices, event-driven architecture).
• Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong knowledge of various programming languages and their paradigms.
• Familiarity with database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) and data modeling.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience mentoring and guiding development teams.
• Proven ability to work independently and lead technical initiatives in a remote setting.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans, and significant opportunities for professional development. This fully remote role offers exceptional flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere. Join an innovative and collaborative company culture that values technical expertise and empowers its employees to drive meaningful change. We invest in our people, providing resources for continuous learning and career growth in a dynamic, global team environment.