Remote Lead Aviation Software Developer
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Sandton, 2172, South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-31
Sandton, 2172, South Africa
Listing for:
Placements24
Remote/Work from Home
position Listed on 2026-10-31
Job specializations:
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Software Development
Software Engineer, Software Architect, Software Project Mgr/ Lead, DevOps
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our client, an innovative leader in aviation technology solutions, is seeking an experienced and visionary Remote Lead Aviation Software Developer. This is a fully remote position, offering the opportunity to shape the future of aviation software from anywhere. You will lead a talented team of developers in designing, building, and deploying sophisticated software solutions for the aviation industry, encompassing areas like flight planning, data analytics, and operational efficiency tools.
The ideal candidate will possess strong technical leadership skills, deep expertise in software architecture and development, and a passion for aviation. This role requires excellent remote collaboration, mentoring, and project management abilities.
- Lead and mentor a team of software developers in the design, development, testing, and deployment of aviation software applications.
- Architect scalable, robust, and high-performance software solutions for complex aviation challenges.
- Drive best practices in software development, including Agile methodologies, code reviews, and automated testing.
- Collaborate with product managers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to define software requirements and roadmaps.
- Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products.
- Identify and address technical debt, performance bottlenecks, and potential scalability issues.
- Contribute to hands-on coding and technical problem-solving when necessary.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment, promoting knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in software development and the aviation industry.
- Ensure software solutions meet stringent aviation industry standards for reliability and security.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership or lead developer role.
- Proven experience in designing and developing complex software systems, preferably for the aviation or aerospace industry.
- Strong proficiency in multiple programming languages (e.g., Java, C++, Python) and modern software architectures (e.g., microservices, cloud-native).
- Expertise in Agile development methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and CI/CD pipelines.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage remote teams effectively.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a passion for technical innovation.
- Familiarity with aviation standards and regulations is a plus.
- Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Significant professional autonomy and the flexibility of a fully remote work environment.
- Opportunities to work on cutting-edge aviation technology projects.
- Career advancement opportunities within a growing tech company.
- Supportive virtual team culture and access to learning resources.
- Contribute to impactful solutions that advance the aviation industry.
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