Senior Software Architect

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 2,200,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Executive health benefits

Retirement planning

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a Senior Software Architect to drive architectural strategy, design scalable systems, and lead technical standards across the organization. This hybrid role partners with engineering, product, and leadership to shape roadmaps and ensure architectural alignment with business goals.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in enterprise-level distributed systems, microservices and cloud platforms, with strong leadership and communication skills to mentor teams and

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of software development with at least 5 years in a software architect or lead design role.
• Experience designing enterprise-level applications and distributed systems.
• Deep knowledge of microservices, event-driven architectures, and design patterns.
• Strong cloud platform knowledge (AWS, Azure, GCP) and CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

• Define and oversee the architectural vision and strategy for software development initiatives.
• Design scalable, reliable, and secure software systems and infrastructure, considering performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Establish technical standards, patterns, and best practices for the engineering teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into high-level technical designs and solution blueprints.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring adherence to architectural principles.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend their adoption to drive innovation.

Education

Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent extensive experience

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Software Architect to lead technological strategy and design within their organization based in Sandton. This hybrid role requires a deep understanding of various technology stacks and the ability to design scalable, resilient, and maintainable software systems. You will work closely with engineering teams, product managers, and business leaders to define architectural roadmaps, set technical standards, and ensure alignment with business objectives. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a proven track record of designing complex, enterprise-level solutions and fostering a culture of technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and oversee the architectural vision and strategy for software development initiatives.
• Design scalable, reliable, and secure software systems and infrastructure, considering performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Establish technical standards, patterns, and best practices for the engineering teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into high-level technical designs and solution blueprints.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring adherence to architectural principles.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend their adoption where appropriate to drive innovation.

Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent extensive experience.
• 10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in a software architect or lead design role.
• Proven experience designing and implementing complex enterprise-level applications and distributed systems.
• Deep knowledge of various technology stacks, architectural styles (e.g., microservices, event-driven), and design patterns.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), database technologies, and CI/CD practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive-level salary and bonus structure.
• Hybrid work model providing excellent flexibility in Sandton.
• Comprehensive executive health benefits and retirement planning.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and strategic decision-making involvement.
• A prestigious work environment focused on innovation and long-term success.