Remote Lead Telecom Software Developer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Flexible hours

Home office allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Telecom Software Developer for a fully remote role. You will spearhead architecture, mentor distributed engineers, and deliver scalable telecom software solutions powering OSS/BSS and related services.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in software development with 3+ in a leadership/architectural role, and strong expertise in Java, C++, Python, microservices, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure). This is a senior, high-impact role with global collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years in professional software development, with at least 3 years in lead or architectural roles.
• Proven experience building telecom software (OSS/BSS, network management, signaling).

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of complex telecom software systems for scalability and reliability.
• Mentor a distributed team and define technical roadmaps and best practices.
• Oversee the end-to-end SDLC from planning to maintenance and delivery.
• Collaborate with product managers to turn requirements into robust technical solutions.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to quality standards.

Skills

Java

C++

Python

Microservices

Cloud platforms

Docker

Kubernetes

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Telecom Software Developer to spearhead their software development efforts in a fully remote capacity. This senior position will involve leading a team of developers in designing, building, and maintaining sophisticated software solutions for the telecommunications industry. You will be instrumental in defining technical roadmaps, mentoring team members, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and resilient software applications that power our client's core telecoms services. This is an exciting opportunity for a technical leader who thrives on innovation and managing distributed teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex software systems and applications for the telecoms sector, ensuring scalability, performance, and reliability.
• Mentor and guide a team of software developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Define technical architecture, coding standards, and best practices for software development.
• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, including planning, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to translate requirements into robust technical solutions.
• Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to quality standards.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 3 years in a lead or architectural role.
• Proven experience developing software for the telecommunications industry (e.g., OSS/BSS, network management, signaling).
• Expertise in multiple programming languages (e.g., Java, C++, Python) and software design patterns.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills suitable for a remote work setting.

Benefits

• Industry-leading salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and technical leadership.
• Allowance for home office setup and continuous learning resources.
• Work on cutting-edge projects impacting the global telecoms landscape.