Executive Head: Software Development | Johannesburg | Permanent

Edge Executive Search Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Edge Executive Search Group is seeking an Executive Head: Software Development for a top fintech firm based in Johannesburg. You will lead enterprise software delivery, shape technology strategy, and mentor world-class development teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering, 10+ years in .NET, and 5+ years in senior leadership, with strong C#, .NET, Angular, Azure/AWS, SQL Server, Agile and DevOps expertise. Financial services fintech experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years' experience in .NET software development.
• 5+ years in a senior software development leadership role.
• Strong expertise in C#, .NET, Angular, Azure/AWS, SQL Server, Agile, and DevOps.
• Financial services or fintech experience is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise software delivery.
• Shape technology strategy.
• Mentor world-class development teams.

Skills

C#

.NET

Angular

Azure/AWS

SQL Server

Agile

DevOps

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

Executive Head: Software Development

Our client, a leading organisation in the fintech sector, is looking for an Executive Head: Software Development to lead enterprise software delivery, shape technology strategy, and mentor world-class development teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years' experience in .NET software development.
• 5+ years in a senior software development leadership role.
• Strong expertise in C#, .NET, Angular, Azure/AWS, SQL Server, Agile, and DevOps.
• Financial services or fintech experience is highly advantageous.

Location: Johannesburg Permanent