Our client is looking for someone to lead the software development team, coordinate the entire product development process and ensure the timely delivery of products.
 
Minimum requirements:

• A Relevant Tertiary qualification is advantageous but not essential
• 5 years + experience of software development
• Leadership or project management experience
• 3 -5 years’ experience managing a team of developers
• Conducting performance appraisals, dealing with poor performance management
• Motivating and managing employees
• Understanding of Agile development methodology
• In-depth understanding of software development and design principles.

 
Responsibilities:

• Responsible for defining, implementing and reporting on the management teams strategic objectives as agreed with senior stakeholders.
• Responsible for reporting on development teams productivity
• Responsible for defining the processes across teams to ensure teams are enabled and their performance is optimized.
• Responsible for the line management of the software development team
• Responsible for retention of the development teams
• Ensures that the software and SDLC processes are compliant with the appropriate regulations and organizational policies.
• Facilitates effective communication within the team and with other teams, based locally and internationally.
• Facilitates team training and development through the implementation of training and development plans.
• Ensures that the team members are equipped with the requisite skill set required for both current and future projects.
• Conducts performance reviews of team members, on a regular basis.
• Ensures that the team is aligned with the company strategy and working towards achieving the strategy.
• Influencing Others, Inspire and guide individuals; gaining
• acceptance of ideas or plans
• Working on several different tasks or projects simultaneously

 
Please send your CV to ****@*****.*** for more information, contact us on (***)-***-**** (VoIP) or 031 566 6418.
Should you be unsuccessful for this particular position, your CV will be kept on record.  You will be contacted if a suitable position arises.