Remote Principal Electrical Systems Architect

Placements24; Gauteng; Remote; ZAR 2,468,000 - 3,456,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Global health benefits

Stock options

Remote work stipend

Professional development opportunities

Unlimited paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Electrical Systems Architect to lead the architectural direction of our global electrical systems. This remote-first role requires designing high‑level architectures, defining technical strategy, and guiding distributed teams to deliver scalable, reliable solutions.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years of electrical system design experience, deep knowledge of digital/analog circuits, power electronics, embedded systems, and signal integrity, with a proven

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive electrical system design and architecture experience.
• Experience leading distributed engineering teams and strategic project leadership.
• Strong knowledge of digital/analog circuit design, power electronics, embedded systems, and signal integrity.

Responsibilities

• Define architectural vision for all electrical systems and subsystems.
• Lead high-level design aligned with product roadmaps and business objectives.
• Mentor electrical engineering teams globally and promote best practices.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and systems engineers for integration.
• Maintain architectural documentation, standards, and guidelines.
• Evaluate components considering performance, cost, and supply chain.
• Identify and mitigate risks in electrical design and implementation.
• Stay current with emerging electrical engineering trends.
• Champion robust design principles including reliability, testability, and maintainability in remote contexts.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Remote communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

System-level modeling tools

Simulation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in developing cutting-edge technology solutions, is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Principal Electrical Systems Architect to join their fully remote team. This role is instrumental in defining and driving the architectural direction of our electrical systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance for our innovative products. You will be responsible for high-level design, technical strategy, and collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams worldwide. This position requires a deep understanding of complex electrical systems, from component selection to system integration, and the ability to translate business requirements into robust technical designs. As a remote-first organization, we empower our engineers with the autonomy and resources to excel from anywhere. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of electrical system design in a highly collaborative, distributed environment, focusing on projects impacting diverse industries across the globe.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and document the architectural vision for all electrical systems and subsystems.
• Lead the conceptualization and high-level design of complex electrical systems, ensuring alignment with product roadmaps and business objectives.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to electrical engineering teams globally, fostering best practices and innovation.
• Collaborate closely with hardware, software, and systems engineers to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive architectural documentation, standards, and guidelines.
• Evaluate and select key electrical components and technologies, considering performance, cost, and supply chain factors.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks associated with electrical system design and implementation.
• Conduct feasibility studies and architectural reviews for new product development initiatives.
• Stay at the forefront of emerging electrical engineering trends and technologies, incorporating them into the architectural strategy.
• Champion robust design principles, including reliability, testability, and maintainability, within a remote context.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in electrical system design and architecture, with a proven track record of leading complex projects.
• Extensive knowledge of digital and analog circuit design, power electronics, embedded systems, and signal integrity.
• Experience with system-level modeling and simulation tools.
• Demonstrated experience in architecting large-scale, high-reliability systems.
• Exceptional understanding of industry best practices in electrical engineering and system design.
• Proven ability to lead and influence distributed engineering teams effectively.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, suitable for a remote working environment.
• Experience with various communication protocols and interfaces.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary package, comprehensive global health benefits, and generous stock options.
• We provide a flexible remote work environment with a stipend for home office setup and ongoing support.
• Professional development is a cornerstone, with access to online courses, industry conferences, and opportunities to present research.
• We offer unlimited paid time off, encouraging a healthy work-life balance.