Senior Software Engineering Lead

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Software Engineering Lead to drive technical excellence and mentor a team building scalable fintech software. You will shape architecture, guide engineers, and collaborate with product teams to deliver robust web applications and APIs.

Ideal candidates have 7–10 years in software development, with 3–4 years in leadership, strong cloud and container skills (AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker, Kubernetes), and a track record in fintech environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of software development experience with at least 3-4 years in technical leadership or team lead roles.
• Proven experience architecting and developing complex, scalable web applications and APIs.
• Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#, Go).
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Solid understanding of software development best practices (TDD, CI/CD, microservices).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in the FinTech industry is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers in design, development, testing, and deployment of robust software solutions.
• Architect and design scalable, maintainable, high-performance software systems using modern technologies and best practices.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to define requirements and technical specifications.
• Drive adoption of agile methodologies and best practices within the engineering team.
• Conduct code reviews, provide technical guidance, and ensure code quality and consistency.
• Identify and address technical debt to maintain long-term health of the codebase.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and evaluate their applicability to our product.
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to strategic technical planning and architectural roadmap development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Relational databases

NoSQL databases

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading FinTech innovator based in Benoni, Gauteng , is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Engineering Lead. This critical role involves leading a team of talented software engineers in the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge financial technology solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, excellent leadership qualities, and a passion for building scalable, high-performance software. You will be instrumental in driving technical excellence, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to the architectural decisions that shape our client's product roadmap in Benoni .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers in the design, development, testing, and deployment of robust software solutions.
• Architect and design scalable, maintainable, and high-performance software systems using modern technologies and best practices.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define requirements and technical specifications.
• Drive the adoption of agile methodologies and best practices within the engineering team.
• Conduct code reviews, provide technical guidance, and ensure code quality and consistency.
• Identify and address technical debt, ensuring the long-term health and maintainability of the codebase.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their potential application to our product.
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and knowledge sharing within the engineering team.
• Contribute to strategic technical planning and architectural roadmap development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in software development, with at least 3-4 years in a technical leadership or team lead role.
• Proven experience in architecting and developing complex, scalable web applications and APIs.
• Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#, Go).
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Solid understanding of software development best practices, including TDD, CI/CD, and microservices architecture.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in the FinTech industry is a significant advantage.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including performance-based incentives. The benefits package includes private medical aid, retirement fund contributions, and generous paid time off. This role is based in Benoni , with a hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility. Employees will benefit from a stimulating work environment, opportunities for professional development, and exposure to innovative FinTech solutions.