Senior Application Architect

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and bonus structure

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan with company 0

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Application Architect in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ZA. This office-based role focuses on design and technical vision for complex software, guiding teams and establishing standards.

You will collaborate with product managers and other architects to translate business needs into robust designs, shaping the future of the product suite.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS, Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years in software development, with at least 4 years in architect role.
• Proven experience designing and delivering complex enterprise applications.
• Expertise in microservices, REST APIs and event-driven systems.
• Experience with cloud platforms and containerization technologies.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the architectural vision for software applications.
• Design scalable, high-performance, and resilient architectures.
• Establish coding standards and design patterns for teams.
• Lead technical design sessions and provide guidance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into solutions.
• Evaluate technologies, frameworks and tools.
• Ensure quality, maintainability and security of codebases.
• Mentor junior developers and architects.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.

Skills

Microservices

REST APIs

Event-driven systems

Cloud platforms

CI/CD/DevOps

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Architectural vision

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading enterprise software provider, is seeking a talented Senior Application Architect to join their innovative team in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ZA. This is an office-based role where you will be responsible for the design and technical vision of complex software applications. You will guide development teams, establish architectural standards, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and modern technology stacks. You will collaborate closely with product managers, business analysts, and other architects to translate business needs into robust technical designs. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a passion for building exceptional software and driving technical excellence within the organization. This is a key role in shaping the future of our client's product suite.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and own the architectural vision for software applications.
• Design scalable, high-performance, and resilient application architectures.
• Establish coding standards, best practices, and design patterns for development teams.
• Lead technical design sessions and provide architectural guidance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend technologies, frameworks, and tools.
• Ensure the quality, maintainability, and security of application codebases.
• Mentor junior developers and architects.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in software development, with at least 4 years in an architect role.
• Proven experience designing and delivering complex enterprise-level applications.
• Expertise in multiple programming languages and modern software development methodologies.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and event-driven systems.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies.
• Knowledge of database design and performance optimization.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience mentoring technical teams.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps principles is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• Office-based role fostering strong team collaboration.
• Exposure to innovative projects and technologies.
• Positive and forward-thinking company culture.