Remote Lead Software Developer - Telecom

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,446,000 - 2,410,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Flexible hours

Career growth opportunities

Access to cutting-edge technologies

Generous leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Remote Lead Software Developer specializing in telecommunications to spearhead software engineering initiatives. You will guide a team of developers in designing, building, and deploying scalable telecom solutions, define technical direction, ensure code quality, and mentor engineers in a distributed, agile environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering, 8+ years in software, with 3+ in lead roles, experience in VoIP/IMS, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years in software development with 3+ years in lead/senior role.
• Experience building software for telecom (VoIP/IMS) and signaling protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead a software development team in design, implementation and testing of telecom applications.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and code reviews.
• Architect scalable, robust software solutions and oversee production deployments.
• Collaborate with product managers to define requirements and roadmaps.
• Champion agile practices and continuously improve processes.

Skills

Leadership

Telecom software

Distributed systems

Cloud technologies

Java

Python

C++

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking Remote Lead Software Developer specializing in telecommunications to spearhead their software engineering initiatives. In this leadership role, you will guide a team of talented developers in designing, building, and deploying sophisticated software solutions that power next-generation telecom services. You will be responsible for technical direction, code quality, and mentoring team members, working within a distributed, agile environment. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of telecommunications technology from the comfort of your home office, driving innovation and ensuring the delivery of high-performance, scalable applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a software development team in the design, implementation, and testing of telecom applications and platforms.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and code reviews to team members.
• Architect scalable, robust, and efficient software solutions leveraging best practices.
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define project requirements and technical roadmaps.
• Champion agile methodologies and continuously improve development processes and tools.
• Oversee the deployment and maintenance of software solutions in production environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a lead or senior role.
• Proven experience developing software for the telecommunications industry (e.g., VoIP, IMS, signaling protocols).
• Expertise in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C++) and associated frameworks.
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and cloud technologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and challenging projects.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off.