Remote Lead Software Architect

Placements24; Upington; Híbrido; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.700.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive base salary

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Training & tech conferences

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a visionary Lead Software Architect to steer the technical direction of scalable, distributed systems in a fully remote, global team. The role requires deep expertise in microservices, cloud-native architectures, and high-traffic design, with mentorship responsibilities across engineering groups.

You will define standards, review designs, and collaborate with product and stakeholders to translate business needs into robust technical solutions while leading remote teams with

Formación

• Advanced degree or equivalent practical experience in computer science or engineering.
• 10+ years in software development with 5+ years in architecture roles.
• Proven track record designing large-scale distributed systems.
• Deep knowledge of microservices, event-driven patterns, and cloud-native design.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and mentoring abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Define and drive the overall software architecture and technical vision for complex systems.
• Design scalable, resilient, and secure microservices and platforms.
• Set architectural standards, patterns, and best practices across teams.
• Collaborate with product and engineering to translate requirements into solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor diverse development teams.
• Evaluate technologies and frameworks; lead architectural reviews and risk mitigation.
• Stay current with industry trends and promote a culture of technical excellence.
• Communicate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support remote teams across regions while ensuring delivery quality.
• Balance speed, reliability, and maintainability in large-scale projects.

Conocimientos

Distributed systems design

Cloud architecture

Microservices

Leadership

Communication

Remote work

Educación

Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science/Engineering

Herramientas

Docker

Kubernetes

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in cloud-native application development, is seeking a visionary Lead Software Architect to join their fully remote, distributed team. This senior role is crucial for defining and guiding the technical direction of complex software systems, ensuring they are scalable, maintainable, and align with business objectives. You will be responsible for high-level design decisions, setting architectural standards, and mentoring engineering teams. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in designing and building large-scale distributed systems, a deep understanding of various architectural patterns, and a passion for innovation. This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects from anywhere, while contributing to projects that may have operational links to regions such as Upington, Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Define and communicate the overall software architecture and technical vision.
• Design scalable, resilient, and secure software systems and microservices.
• Establish architectural standards, patterns, and best practices.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and frameworks for projects.
• Conduct architectural reviews and ensure adherence to established standards.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks and challenges.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends in software architecture.
• Champion a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in a software architecture role.
• Proven experience designing and implementing complex, high-traffic distributed systems.
• Deep knowledge of various architectural styles (microservices, event-driven, etc.).
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages and technologies.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud-native principles.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience working in a fully remote environment.
• Familiarity with the South African technology landscape, possibly including areas near Upington, Northern Cape , is an advantage.

Benefits

This is a fully remote role, offering the ultimate in work flexibility and work-life balance. Our client provides a highly competitive salary, significant performance bonuses, and a top-tier benefits package including comprehensive health insurance and retirement planning. We invest heavily in our employees' professional growth through extensive training programs, certifications, and opportunities to attend global tech conferences. Join an innovative, forward-thinking company that is shaping the future of software architecture and empower yourself to make a significant impact from anywhere in the world. You will work with a world-class team on challenging and rewarding projects.