Remote Lead Software Architect - Cloud Solutions

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Híbrido; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Comprehensive health benefits

Remote work within South Africa

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Lead Software Architect to drive the design and evolution of cloud-native platforms. You will lead a globally distributed team, shape technical vision, and ensure scalable, secure software solutions across AWS/Azure/GCP.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in software development with 5+ years in architecture or lead roles, strong microservices and containerization experience, and proven remote leadership skills.

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years in software development, with at least 5 years in architecture/lead role.
• Experience designing large-scale distributed systems in cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Expertise in microservices, containers, and API design.
• Strong DevOps, CI/CD, and remote leadership skills.

Responsabilidades

• Define and champion the software architecture for cloud-based products.
• Lead scalable, reliable microservices design and implementation.
• Evaluate technologies, frameworks, and tooling for cloud solutions.
• Mentor distributed engineering teams and promote best practices.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications with stakeholders.
• Oversee CI/CD pipelines and IaC practices; ensure security.
• Contribute to architecture reviews and technical documentation.

Conocimientos

Distributed systems

Microservices

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Docker

Kubernetes

API design

Programming languages (Java/Python/Go)

DevOps / CI/CD

Leadership / mentoring

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Herramientas

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS/Azure/GCP

CI/CD tooling

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking technology leader, is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Remote Lead Software Architect to drive the design and evolution of their cutting-edge cloud solutions. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be instrumental in defining the technical vision, architectural principles, and technology stack for our cloud-native platforms. This role demands a deep understanding of distributed systems, microservices, cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure/GCP), and modern software development practices. You will lead a globally distributed team of talented engineers, mentoring them and ensuring the delivery of scalable, resilient, and high-performance software solutions. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of cloud technology from the comfort of your home office and make a significant impact on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and champion the overall software architecture for cloud-based products and services.
• Lead the design and development of scalable, reliable, and secure microservices architectures.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools for cloud solutions.
• Mentor and guide software engineering teams, fostering best practices in design and coding.
• Collaborate with product management and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Oversee the implementation of CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (IaC) practices.
• Ensure the adoption of security best practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Drive innovation by exploring emerging technologies and architectural patterns.
• Contribute to technical documentation, architectural reviews, and knowledge sharing initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in a software architecture or lead engineering role.
• Proven experience designing and building large-scale, distributed systems in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Deep understanding of microservices, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and API design.
• Expertise in at least one major programming language (e.g., Java, Python, Go, C#).
• Strong knowledge of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) and data modeling.
• Excellent understanding of DevOps principles and CI/CD practices.
• Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence technical teams in a remote setting.

Benefits

• This is a fully remote position offering a highly competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive health benefits.
• Our client provides generous opportunities for professional development, including access to online courses, conferences, and certifications.
• You will be part of an innovative and collaborative culture that values work-life balance and employee well-being, regardless of your location within South Africa.