1,445 Software Architect jobs in South Africa

A company in the healthcare industry is currently seeking a software architect. The role involves crafting detailed designs for solutions that align with business requirements on fundamental projects and strategic goals. The position requires collaboration across the technical layers of project design, creating comprehensive solutions, and prioritising projects based on business strategy.

1. Qualifications in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent.
2. Qualification in Software Engineering, UML, Domain Driven Design, ArchiMate, or TOGAF.
3. 8-10 years of relevant experience in IT solution delivery (essential).
4. 5 years of experience in software development.
5. 3 years of experience as a Solutions Designer or Development Manager.

The role also emphasises taking responsibility for driving personal career development, aiming to establish a solid foundation for advancing your career. Software engineers often progress to more senior positions, thereby elevating their marketability in the industry.

Embark on a career-transforming adventure as a software architect. Seize the chance to influence technological landscapes, spearhead innovative projects, and advance your professional journey. Apply now to be a pioneer in cutting-edge solutions and elevate your career to unprecedented levels. Your role as a significant contributor to shaping future architecture awaits – initiate your journey and apply today. Successful candidates will receive notifications within two weeks. For those not selected, your resume will be retained for potential future opportunities at CodeMatch Agency. Don't hesitate – apply now.

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• HR Services, Recruitment & Selection

Job Title:
Principal Software Engineer (Dev Team Lead / Architect)

Duration:
12+ months contract (Plus Extensions)

Location:
South Africa (Remote)

Role overview:

• As a Principal Software Engineer, you will take a leading role in guiding and architecting our development initiatives.
• You will act as both a team lead and technical architect, driving high-quality software solutions across the stack.
• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, analysts, and stakeholders, to design, implement, and maintain scalable applications while enforcing best practices in security, performance, and reliability.
• You will be responsible for mentoring and leading a development team, making architectural decisions, and contributing hands-on to core development tasks using Python, React, and FastAPI.
• You will also leverage cloud technologies (GCP and AWS) and container orchestration (Kubernetes) to ensure robust deployment and operational excellence.

Key Accountabilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers, promoting best practices and technical growth.
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance software architectures.
• Contribute hands-on to development in Python, React, and FastAPI.
• Ensure security engineering principles are applied throughout the software lifecycle.
• Architect and maintain cloud-native solutions using GCP and AWS.
• Implement and manage containerized deployments with Kubernetes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Drive code quality through reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration/deployment.
• Promote innovation, technical excellence, and adherence to architectural standards.

Essential Skills:

• Proven experience as a Software Architect or Principal Engineer with team leadership responsibilities.
• Strong expertise in Python, FastAPI, and React.
• Solid understanding of cloud platforms: GCP and AWS.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and containerized environments.
• Experience in security engineering and best practices for secure application development.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills, with the ability to guide teams and influence technical decisions.
• Experience in designing scalable, high-availability architectures.

Job Description

Hello, Future Software Architect

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen.

As part of our talent team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now's the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

Are you someone who can:

• Can design and have implementation experience with large scale system developments
• Understand and can design Software pipelines
• Create critical success factors for the accurate implementation of an architecture
• Understand system specification
• Have a proven track record of carrying out appropriate technology architectures
• Setting standards for Applications
• Know how to work in projects and being involved from the inception / conceptual design phase
• Build sound relationships with a broader team and variety of stakeholders
• Engineer and leverage processes and technologies to meet business needs
• Produce consistently high-quality outputs within agreed deadlines

You will be an ideal candidate if you:

• Have a degree computer science, information systems, software engineering or BEng.
• Are strong in the following technologies: .NET, Java, MS SQL, Angular, Javascript, DevOPs
• Have experience in Camunda (Beneficial)
• Have a TOGAF certification (Advantageous)
• Have 5+ years of experience in software Engineer.
• Have good communication skills.
• Have a strong drive to pay attention to detail.
• Have solution definition and problem-solving skills.
• Have practical experience in project management.
• Have familiarity with computer networks and IT security management.
• Have a good understanding of business processes.
• Have strong organizational skills. Strong understanding of analytical skills and techniques.
• Have good knowledge of modern software engineering principles and best practices.

You will have access to:

• Opportunities to network and collaborate
• Challenging Working
• Opportunities to innovate

We can be a match if you are:

• Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you're brave enough to
• Obsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now

Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

18/10/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

Job Description
To design software systems and ensure that the software architecture aligns with business goals and technology constraints. To engage in technical leadership and work closely with relevant stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

To conduct code reviews and enforce coding standards to maintain design quality and to mentor Developers and contribute to the team's technical knowledge. To maintain a comprehensive, long-term technical perspective on the software products, encompassing not only individual systems but the systems that fall within their area of responsibility.

Hello, Future Software Architect,

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen.

As part of our talent team at FNB Fiduciary, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now's the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

Are You Someone Who Can

• Can design and have implementation experience with large scale system developments
• Understand and can design Software pipelines
• Create critical success factors for the accurate implementation of an architecture
• Understand system specification
• Have a proven track record of carrying out appropriate technology architectures
• Setting standards for Applications
• Know how to work in projects and being involved from the inception / conceptual design phase
• Build sound relationships with a broader team and variety of stakeholders
• Engineer and leverage processes and technologies to meet business needs
• Produce consistently high-quality outputs within agreed deadlines

You Will Be An Ideal Candidate If You

• Have a degree computer science, information systems, software engineering or BEng.
• Are strong in the following technologies: .NET, Java, MS SQL, Angular, Javascript, DevOPs
• Have experience in Camunda (Beneficial)
• Have a TOGAF certification
• Have 5+ years of experience in software architecture.
• Have good communication skills.
• Have a strong drive to pay attention to detail.
• Have solution definition and problem-solving skills.
• Have practical experience in project management.
• Have familiarity with computer networks and IT security management.
• Have a good understanding of business processes.
• Have strong organizational skills. Strong understanding of analytical skills and techniques.
• Have good knowledge of modern software engineering principles and best practices.

Internal

• The following experience: OCEP, PEP integrations, APIs and data

You Will Have Access To

• Opportunities to network and collaborate
• Challenging Working
• Opportunities to innovate

We Can Be a Match If You Are

• Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you're brave enough to
• Obsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now

*Job Details
Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below. *
15/10/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

Job Description

• Adaptable
• Technical Leadership
• Risk Management
• Systems Analysis
• Emerging Technologies
• Work Under Pressure
• Collaboration and Communication

Responsibilities

• Architecture Design: Develop and communicate the overall software architecture and technical solutions that align with business requirements, industry's best practices, and emerging technologies. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify system requirements, constraints, and design considerations.
• System Analysis: Conduct thorough analysis of existing systems, including performance, scalability, and security, to identify areas for improvement and recommend architectural enhancements. Define architectural roadmaps and strategies to address system shortcomings and future business needs.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams throughout the software development lifecycle. Ensure adherence to architectural standards, coding practices, and quality guidelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges and ensure successful project delivery.
• Reviewing Standards: Constantly review the adherence to the standards that have been defined. Where new technologies are implemented, set up standards and ensure that the standard is communicated and adhere to. Where needed change standards and set new goals that align with the business strategy.
• Prototyping and Proof of Concepts: Design and develop prototypes and proof of concepts to validate architectural decisions and assess the feasibility of new technologies or solutions. Evaluate and recommend appropriate tools, frameworks, and platforms to enhance system capabilities and performance.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and dependencies in software architecture and propose mitigation strategies. Conduct thorough risk assessments, monitor system performance, and implement appropriate measures to ensure the integrity and security of software systems.
• Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate effectively with stakeholders, including product managers, developers, testers, and business analysts, to understand their requirements, provide technical guidance, and ensure successful implementation of architectural designs. Clearly communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Research and Innovation: Stay updated with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices related to software architecture. Proactively explore innovative solutions and propose architectural improvements to enhance system performance, reliability, and maintainability.

Living Our Spirit

• Engages in cross-functional collaboration and problem solving whilst encourages a culture of inclusivity.
• Actively drives a culture of versatility and adaptability by modelling and encouraging team members to support each other not only within the department, but within BET Software as a whole.
• Shows up in an authentic manner and leverages off the team's diversity to achieve deliverables.
• Views challenges as opportunities to expand on their knowledge base and takes a creative approach to overcoming the challenges.

The Company We Keep
At BET Software, we don't just recruit talent, we cultivate it. Our learning and development programmes, our various opportunities for growth, and our well-deserved incentives are what keep our All-Star Team the best amongst the rest.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Technical Lead or a related role, with a focus on designing and architecting complex software systems.
• Strong expertise in software architecture patterns, methodologies, and best practices.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Actively identify opportunities for improvement, targeted specifically at your role and function.
• Strategies, invent, or originate previously unknown opportunities.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced growing environment.