Platform & Architecture Lead
Morae Services India Private LimitedCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa11 days ago
Job descriptionDesign and oversee the development of a comprehensive suite of reusable APIs that serve as the foundation for multiple legal technology products Lead the transition to a microservices-based architecture , defining service boundaries, communication patterns, and governance models Establish and promote inner source practices , creating a collaborative development environment where teams contribute to and benefit from shared components Implement cloud-native architectural patterns including event-driven architectures and domain-driven design where appropriate Define and implement golden paths that guide developers towards best practices while maintaining flexibility for innovation Build and maintain a self-service developer platform that enables teams to provision resources, deploy applications, and manage services autonomously Embed security and operational excellence into the development lifecycle through automated tooling, policies, and practices Focus on creating an exceptional developer experience through comprehensive documentation, intuitive tooling, and rapid feedback loops Lead efforts to research and evaluate emerging technologies , frameworks, and architectural patterns that could benefit our platform Establish a systematic approach to technology experimentation, including proof-of-concepts, pilots, and controlled rollouts Maintain a technology radar that communicates our technology choices, experiments, and strategic direction to the entire organization Spearhead the exploration and integration of AI capabilities into our development workflows and platform architecture Work closely with product and engineering leads to ensure architectural decisions support product strategies and delivery timelines Deeply understand current and future product requirements, translating them into architectural capabilities and platform features Establish and maintain architectural principles, standards, and guidelines that ensure consistency while enabling team autonomy Proven experience in transforming complex, legacy architectures into modern, scalable platforms Deep expertise in designing and implementing API platforms, including API gateways, versioning strategies, and developer portals Extensive experience with DevOps practices, platform engineering, and building developer-centric infrastructure Hands‑on experience integrating AI capabilities into production systems Expert-level knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and cloud‑native architectures Strong understanding of security best practices and compliance requirements, particularly in regulated industries Ability to balance immediate needs with long‑term vision, making pragmatic decisions that move the organization forward Exceptional communication skills, able to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences Proven track record of building strong relationships across organizational boundaries Passionate about exploring new technologies while maintaining a pragmatic approach to adoption 10+ years of experience in software architecture and platform development 3+ years in a senior architectural leadership role Proven track record of building effective product and platform architectures for leading organisations Strong collaboration and influencing skills across functions and seniority levels. Exceptional written, visual, and verbal communication skills; strong executive presence. Analytical mindset with a bias for data-driven decision-making and iterative improvement. Experience in legal tech or adjacent domains (e.g., legal research, CLM, eDiscovery, legal ops).
Job Title : Platform + Architecture Lead
Location : Cape Town, SA
Department : Product
Reports to : Product Engineering Director
Employment Type : Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking an exceptional Platform & Architecture Lead to drive the development of our next-generation legal technology platform. This is a pivotal role that will help shape the technical foundation for our entire product portfolio, driving innovation while ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability across our stack.
As Platform & Architecture Lead, you will be responsible for designing and implementing a modern, API-first platform that enables rapid product development while maintaining the highest standards of security and compliance required in the legal technology sector. You will champion architectural excellence, foster a culture of innovation, and ensure our technology choices align with both current needs and future ambitions.
This role requires a unique blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and collaborative leadership. You will work closely with product teams, engineering leads, and stakeholders across the organisation to create a unified platform vision that accelerates delivery while reducing technical debt and operational complexity.
Key Responsibilities
Evolutionary Product Architectures
- Design and implement architectures that support continuous product evolution , enabling teams to adapt quickly to changing market needs and customer requirements
- Champion modular, composable architectures that allow products to evolve independently while sharing common capabilities
- Develop clear migration strategies for transitioning legacy systems to modern architectures without disrupting business operations
- Ensure architectural decisions consider long-term product roadmaps and emerging technology trends, particularly in AI and machine learning
Product Portfolio Platform
Developer Platform
Technology Assessment & Radars
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Required Skills & Experience
Leadership & Soft Skills
Qualifications
Bonus Qualifications
Why Join Morae?
This is your opportunity to shape the future of legal tech at a critical moment in the industry. If you're passionate about storytelling, strategy, and enabling teams through technology and insight—especially in the era of GenAI—we’d love to hear from you.
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