It - Technical Lead Programmer - Software Development

Emporium Human Capital; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is on the lookout for a Technical Lead Programmer to spearhead their software development efforts. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on coding, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions in a collaborative environment. You will guide a talented team, mentor junior developers, and drive best practices in software architecture and deployment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and have a passion for technology and mentorship, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to excellence and innovation in software development.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in software development with 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong background in SaaS and cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of developers, ensuring best practices in software development.
• Mentor junior developers and foster a culture of learning.

Skills

PHP

NodeJS

SaaS architectures

Microservices

AWS cloud platform

Database design (SQL & NoSQL)

API development

DevOps practices

CI/CD pipelines

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Docker

React

Vue.js

Angular

Job description

IT - Technical Lead Programmer - Software Development

Location: Somerset West

Salary: R to R per month

Purpose of the Job

We are seeking a Technical Lead who is hands-on with coding and architecture while also being an effective mentor and leader. Play a critical role in guiding our development team, ensuring high-quality code, scalable architecture, and efficient processes. The position requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and has a passion for both people and technology.

Requirements

• 7+ years' experience in software development with at least 2 years in a Technical Leadership role
• Proficiency in PHP, NodeJS
• Strong experience with SaaS architectures, microservices, and the AWS cloud platform
• Expertise in database design (SQL & NoSQL) and API development
• Solid understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code
• Experience leading code reviews, mentoring developers, and setting coding standards
• Ability to balance technical leadership with hands-on coding
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker)
• Knowledge of front-end frameworks (React, Vue.js, or Angular)
• Prior experience in a SaaS environment

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: Lead a team of developers, ensuring best practices in software development, architecture, and deployment, especially on the back-end.
• Hands-on Development: Write high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code for complex or high-impact features when necessary.
• Architecture & Design: Define and oversee system architecture, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and efficient.
• Mentorship & Team Development: Guide and mentor junior and mid-level developers, fostering a culture of learning.
• Code Review & Quality Assurance: Conduct code reviews, enforce standards, and ensure quality through testing strategies.
• Agile Development: Participate in sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives. Provide suggestions to improve processes.
• Collaboration: Work with product managers, UX designers, solution architects, and stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Tech Stack & Innovation: Stay updated with new technologies, suggesting and implementing improvements.

Closing Date: 9 May

To apply, please forward your CVs to [contact information].