Lead Software Developer

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Retirement plan

Career development opportunities

Team social events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Software Developer in Mossel Bay to guide the engineering team. This hybrid role focuses on technical leadership, mentoring developers, and shaping architectural decisions for key software projects.

You will collaborate with product management to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions, driving high-quality deliverables and maintaining system stability. Strong leadership and communication are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 6+ years of professional software development experience, with a proven track record in leading development teams.
• Expertise in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#, JavaScript).
• Strong understanding of software architecture patterns, design principles, and database technologies.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software developers, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Architect and design robust, scalable, and maintainable software solutions.
• Oversee the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with product managers to define project roadmaps and technical strategies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring the stability and performance of applications.

Skills

Leadership

Architectural design

Agile

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Java

Python

C#

JavaScript

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Software Developer to guide their engineering team in Mossel Bay . In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for technical leadership, mentoring developers, and driving the architectural decisions for key software projects. You will work closely with product management and other stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software. This hybrid position offers a dynamic work environment where innovation and technical excellence are paramount.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software developers, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Architect and design robust, scalable, and maintainable software solutions.
• Oversee the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with product managers to define project roadmaps and technical strategies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring the stability and performance of applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 6+ years of professional software development experience, with a proven track record in leading development teams.
• Expertise in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#, JavaScript).
• Strong understanding of software architecture patterns, design principles, and database technologies.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and leadership bonus structure.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance of remote and in-office work.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and retirement plan.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Engaging team environment with regular social events.