Remote Lead Software Engineer - Fintech Platform

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Stock options

Generous PTO

Fully remote

Development budget

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a remote Lead Software Engineer for a fintech platform in South Africa. You will architect, build, and deploy scalable microservices, guiding a distributed team and ensuring quality, security, and timely delivery.

You will drive technical strategy, mentor engineers, collaborate with product and design, and implement CI/CD pipelines. This fully remote role offers flexible hours and modern tooling in a fast-growing fintech environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 7+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
• Proven experience in building and scaling distributed systems, microservices architectures, and RESTful APIs.
• Strong proficiency in backend languages such as Java, Python, Go, or Node.js.
• Experience with modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) is a plus.
• Solid understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, with experience in managing remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of scalable microservices and APIs for the Fintech platform.
• Mentor and guide a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Architect robust, secure, and efficient software solutions that meet business requirements.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code across the full stack (backend, frontend, databases).
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define roadmaps and technical specs.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and best practices for automated testing and deployment.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
• Contribute to technical strategy, architectural decisions, and technology selection.

Skills

Leadership

Remote team management

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in CS or Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

AWS

Azure

GCP

React/Angular/Vue

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing Fintech company, is seeking an experienced and motivated Remote Lead Software Engineer to spearhead the development of their cutting-edge financial technology platform. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from the comfort of your home, contributing to a dynamic and innovative environment. The Lead Software Engineer will be responsible for architecting, developing, and deploying scalable and robust software solutions, mentoring a talented team of engineers, and driving technical excellence. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our client's product offerings, ensuring high-quality code, efficient processes, and timely delivery. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in full-stack development, a passion for financial technologies, and exceptional leadership capabilities. Join our client's distributed team and help build the next generation of financial services from anywhere in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of scalable microservices and APIs for the Fintech platform.
• Mentor and guide a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance engineering culture.
• Architect robust, secure, and efficient software solutions that meet business requirements.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code across the full stack (e.g., backend, frontend, databases).
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define product roadmaps and technical specifications.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and best practices for automated testing and deployment.
• Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to coding standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
• Contribute to technical strategy, architectural decisions, and technology selection.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
• Proven experience in building and scaling distributed systems, microservices architectures, and RESTful APIs.
• Strong proficiency in backend languages such as Java, Python, Go, or Node.js.
• Experience with modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) is a plus.
• Solid understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, with experience in managing remote teams.
• Passion for Fintech and a strong understanding of financial industry principles.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary of ZAR , commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonuses and stock options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Professional development budget for training, conferences, and certifications.
• Fully remote work environment with a supportive online culture.
• Opportunity to work on innovative projects in the rapidly evolving Fintech sector.
• State-of-the-art collaboration tools and technologies.