IT Project Manager - Software Development

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Professional development opportunities

Annual bonus opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking an IT Project Manager with strong software development experience to oversee end-to-end delivery of projects. You will work with development teams, product owners, and stakeholders to translate requirements into actionable plans and successful outcomes.

You will lead agile ceremonies, manage scope and budgets, and ensure quality releases in a collaborative, hybrid work environment that values technical excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project management with a strong focus on software development projects.
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and related tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
• Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of software development projects from inception to launch.
• Manage project scope, timelines, resources, and budget effectively.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with development teams, QA, and product management to ensure alignment and resolve impediments.
• Communicate project status, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, quality assurance processes, and release management best practices.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Scrum

Kanban

Jira

Confluence

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

SDLC

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled IT Project Manager with expertise in software development to join their dynamic team in Randburg . This role involves managing the full lifecycle of software projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality applications and solutions. You will work closely with development teams, product owners, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into actionable project plans and successful outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to innovative software solutions in a collaborative environment that values technical excellence and agile methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of software development projects from inception to launch.
• Manage project scope, timelines, resources, and budget effectively.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with development teams, QA, and product management to ensure alignment and resolve impediments.
• Communicate project status, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, quality assurance processes, and release management best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management , with a strong focus on software development projects.
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and related tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
• Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus opportunities.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility between office and home.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement planning support.
• Professional development opportunities, including training and certifications.
• A vibrant team culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement in Randburg .