Remote Solutions Architect

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Fully remote

Health insurance

Unlimited PTO

Professional development

Startup culture

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Remote Solutions Architect to lead the design and development of scalable cloud-based solutions. You will define the technical vision, collaborate with a global team of engineers and product managers, and ensure reliability and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in software development and systems architecture with expertise across AWS, Azure, and GCP, plus strong CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure as code capabilities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of experience in software development and systems architecture, with a strong focus on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Demonstrated experience in designing complex, distributed systems and microservices architectures.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages and a deep understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, crucial for a remote role.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable, resilient, and secure cloud-based solutions using best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical designs.
• Define architectural standards, patterns, and guidelines for development teams.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to enhance the platform's capabilities.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle.
• Oversee the implementation of architectural designs, ensuring adherence to specifications.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Distributed systems

Programming languages

CI/CD pipelines

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Infrastructure as Code

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and experienced Remote Solutions Architect to lead the design and development of cutting-edge technical solutions. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from any location while collaborating with a global team of engineers and product managers. You will play a pivotal role in defining the technical vision and strategy for new products and services, ensuring scalability, reliability, and efficiency. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of system design, cloud technologies, and architectural best practices, who thrives in a remote, fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about creating robust and elegant technical solutions, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design scalable, resilient, and secure cloud-based solutions using best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical designs.
• Define architectural standards, patterns, and guidelines for development teams.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to enhance the platform's capabilities.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle.
• Oversee the implementation of architectural designs, ensuring adherence to specifications.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of experience in software development and systems architecture , with a strong focus on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Demonstrated experience in designing complex, distributed systems and microservices architectures.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages and a deep understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, crucial for a remote role.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary package with generous stock options.
• Fully remote work arrangement with global team collaboration.
• Comprehensive premium health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Unlimited paid time off and a commitment to work-life balance.
• Significant budget for professional development, conferences, and learning resources.
• Opportunity to shape the future of technology in a dynamic startup environment.