Remote Senior Software Architect

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.700.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary package

Medical aid and retirement savings

Remote-first with location flexibility

Generous annual leave

Continuous learning and access to培训

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Software Architect for a fully remote role within South Africa. You will drive the design of scalable, high-performance systems, mentoring engineers and setting architectural standards across distributed teams.

You will lead evaluation of technologies, guide product direction, ensure security and performance, and stay current with industry trends. Remote, SA-wide, with competitive compensation and growth opportunities.

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of professional software development experience, incl. 5+ years in architecture.
• Experience designing large-scale distributed systems in cloud environments.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, Go, and C#.
• Strong microservices, event-driven architectures, and API design.
• Experience with containers (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD.

Aufgaben

• Design and architect scalable, reliable, and maintainable software solutions across multiple technology stacks.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools for various projects.
• Develop and maintain architectural standards, best practices, and documentation.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define technical requirements and solutions.
• Identify and address technical debt and performance bottlenecks in existing systems.
• Mentor and coach other engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Conduct code reviews and architectural design sessions.
• Research and stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Ensure the security, performance, and scalability of all architectural designs.

Kenntnisse

Java

Python

Go

C#

Microservices

Event-driven

API design

CI/CD

Kubernetes

Remote collaboration

Ausbildung

CS/SE degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in cloud-based enterprise solutions, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Architect to join their distributed engineering team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be responsible for designing and guiding the development of complex, scalable, and high-performance software systems. This role requires a deep understanding of modern architectural patterns, cloud technologies, and best practices in software development. As a Senior Software Architect, you will play a crucial role in shaping the technical direction of our flagship products and mentoring junior engineers. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to innovative projects while enjoying the benefits of a remote-first work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable, reliable, and maintainable software solutions across multiple technology stacks.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools for various projects.
• Develop and maintain architectural standards, best practices, and documentation.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define technical requirements and solutions.
• Identify and address technical debt and performance bottlenecks in existing systems.
• Mentor and coach other engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Conduct code reviews and architectural design sessions.
• Research and stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Ensure the security, performance, and scalability of all architectural designs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of professional experience in software development, with at least 5 years in a software architecture role.
• Proven experience designing and implementing large-scale, distributed systems, preferably in a cloud environment (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Expertise in multiple programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, Go, C#) and frameworks.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, event-driven systems, and API design.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively in a remote team environment.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package commensurate with experience, including performance bonuses and potential for stock options.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement savings plans are provided.
• As this is a fully remote role, you benefit from complete location flexibility within South Africa.
• Generous annual leave and paid sick leave are standard.
• Employees have access to continuous learning resources, online training platforms, and opportunities to attend virtual conferences.

Join a collaborative and innovative global team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology.