Senior Product Manager

Scrums; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software development company in Johannesburg is looking for a Product Manager with at least 5 years of experience in software development. This role involves collaborating with teams to define product vision, manage development processes, and ensure successful product delivery. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and excellent communication skills, with a focus on Agile methodologies.

Benefits

Discovery Medical Aid

Half-Day Birthday Leave

Family Responsibility & Parental Benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a project manager in software development.
• Experience in delivering projects according to Scrum and Agile methodologies.
• Technical background with understanding of software development.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative products.
• Define product vision and strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead the product development process and manage product roadmaps.

Skills

Problem-solving

Customer focus

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Analytical skills

Continuous learning attitude

Education

Degree in Info Systems, computer science, or engineering

Tools

Jira

draw.io

MS Excel

Job description

Our Story: At (formerly SovTech), we believe the future of software lies in the talent, innovation, and creativity found on the African continent.

For over a decade, we have been pioneering world-class software development for a global audience.

We are the leading custom software development company from Africa that, like any great tech company, was founded in a has now grown to more than of the best AI-powered software engineering experts, building world-class platforms for growing businesses across four cities on three continents. Looking ahead, we remain committed to growing Africa's tech ecosystems.

Africa is home to the world's youngest population, with over 50% of Africans under the age of 25.

Recent estimates indicate there are over , professional software developers across Africa today.

That number is projected to double by .

We believe in the future of African tech talent and the impact it will have on scaling global companies. Accelerating business growth with expert tech talent. Trusted by + companies, helps businesses scale with our cloud-based engineering subscription platform, offering consistent, cost-effective AI-powered experts, teams, and reliable developer analytics.

Our Culture

Our culture is underpinned by 8 core values. Earth's leading software company from Africa - that's where we're going. Why Join Our Team? Be part of a dynamic, people-first team that's showcasing and advancing Africa's tech landscape on the global scale.

At , we celebrate your individuality, empower your decision-making, and create meaningful experiences.

Together, we're driving innovation and building exceptional teams.

Team Highlights

• Embrace Our African Talent Footprint, Flexibility, and Autonomy: At , we champion an empowered workplace where you shape the culture, influence decisions on tech stacks, and take charge of user testing—all while working from wherever you thrive best across our interconnected Guilds.
• Our distributed teams span South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Zimbabwe, and other parts of the continent, showcasing the diversity and brilliance of African talent.
• The Vibes Annual Foos-Fest: Showcase your skills at our legendary Foosball Festival and take home quirky, sought-after awards.
• AI-Powered Hackathons: Collaborate with your team to create innovative, market-ready products in just 24 hours—all while enjoying live music and family-friendly fun.
• Year-End Celebrations: Reflect and connect at our unforgettable year-end events, a decade-old tradition we continue to cherish.
• Popcorn Fridays, Dev Chats, and Braais: Bond with colleagues over insightful discussions and sizzling good vibes.
• Fluid Clubs: Join like-minded peers in activities like hiking, running, and more to foster shared interests beyond work.
• Weekly All-Hands: Stay inspired and in the loop with our weekly All-Hands sessions that bring us together as one team.
• Explore Week: Our annual tradition encourages you to work from anywhere around the globe for one exciting week—freedom meets Rewards & Recognition.

Rewards & Recognition

• Stacos (our company currency): Reward and recognize your peers with Stacos and exchange them for cool vouchers to celebrate accomplishments big and small.
• Mission Incentives: Unlock attractive rewards for successful business development leads and employee referrals.
• Continued Career Growth & Support: Internal AI Platforms: We empower our teams with access to both closed and open source LLMs that make work easier and empower your professional growth.

Our Love for AI

High-Performance Culture: Stay aligned and on track with OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) and structured annual reviews.

Personalized Mentorship: Receive dedicated guidance from leadership and the Talent Success Team through one-on-one sessions and quarterly check-ins tailored to your career aspirations.

Our teams are powered by AI—Transforming How We Work: Our teams embrace cutting-edge AI platforms, agents, and tools, creating smarter workflows and accelerating career development with AI. We use OpenAI, Anthropic, Llama—all at no cost to you, with our own internal AI platforms ensuring a secure environment.

Outstanding Employee Benefits

• Discovery Medical Aid: Prioritizing your health with the best care.
• Half-Day Birthday Leave: Celebrate your special day with an afternoon off!
• Family Responsibility & Parental Benefits: Providing full support for a meaningful work-life balance.

Please note: Benefits may vary depending on employment type. Join us and be part of a dynamic, supportive team that's making waves across Africa.

Responsibilities

Your specific responsibilities will include:

1. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, QA, and stakeholders, to develop and implement innovative products.
2. Defining product vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and user needs.
3. Conducting market research and analyzing customer feedback to identify opportunities for product improvement.
4. Developing and prioritizing product features and requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals and user needs.
5. Leading the product development process, including creating and managing product roadmaps, overseeing the product development lifecycle, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products.
6. Communicating with internal and external stakeholders to gather feedback and ensure product success.
7. Analyzing product performance data and making data-driven decisions to improve product performance and user experience.
8. Staying up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in product management and web development.

Overall, you will play a critical role in driving the success of our products and ensuring that SovTech remains at the forefront of innovation in the industry.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Approximately 5+ years of experience as a project manager in software development.
• Experience in delivering projects according to the Scrum framework and/or other Agile methodologies.
• A degree in Info Systems, computer science, or engineering (preferable but not essential).
• A technical background, with understanding or hands-on experience in software development and web technologies.
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail and multi-tasking abilities.
• Strong working knowledge of Jira, diagramming programs (e.g., draw.io), and MS Excel.

In addition, a successful Product Manager should also possess:

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Customer focus and understanding customer needs.
• Strategic thinking regarding product vision and strategy.
• Results-driven mindset.
• Leadership skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Continuous learning attitude.
• Previous experience in a Custom Software Development company.