Lead Software Engineer: Grow Scalable Platforms & Teams

Mia Nel Associates; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Mia Nel Associates in Belville (Western Cape) is seeking an experienced Software Engineering Lead to steer Tier 1 projects and ongoing operations within a dynamic ICT division. You will lead a team of engineers, shape the technical roadmap, and deliver scalable, secure, customer-focused platforms.

The role demands strong leadership and hands-on engineering excellence, with collaboration across product, design, and operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 10 years of software engineering experience.
• At least 5 years of experience leading a team of engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor engineers, fostering innovation and continuous learning.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions in collaboration with product managers.
• Drive design, development, and optimisation of platforms for scalability and reliability.
• Provide technical guidance to ensure successful project delivery.
• Monitor performance metrics and identify areas for improvement.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and evaluate their relevance.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentoring engineers

Technical leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

Mia Nel Associates in Belville (Western Cape) is seeking an experienced Software Engineering Lead to steer Tier 1 projects and ongoing operations within a dynamic ICT division. You will lead a team of engineers, shape the technical roadmap, and deliver scalable, secure, customer-focused platforms.

The role demands strong leadership and hands-on engineering excellence, with collaboration across product, design, and operations.