Program Manager - Enterprise Software Solutions

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Significant performance bonuses

Global health coverage

Life insurance

Retirement planning support

Professional development budget

Fully remote work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly accomplished Program Manager to oversee a portfolio of enterprise software initiatives from a remote-first Sandton, Gauteng-based operation. The role emphasizes software lifecycle mastery, cross-functional leadership, and global stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years in program management for large-scale software programs, with strong Agile/SAFe, DevOps, and cloud experience, and holds PMP/PgMP or equivalent qualifications.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required or equivalent.
• 12+ years of project/program management experience in enterprise software.
• Experience managing large-scale software programs with budgets > R150 million.
• Strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, SAFe, DevOps and cloud technologies.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for global, distributed teams.
• PMP or PgMP certifications desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of strategic enterprise software development projects.
• Define program scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria with executives.
• Oversee planning, budgeting, resources, and risk across multiple projects.
• Lead and mentor remote teams with a high-performance culture.
• Ensure timely, high-quality delivery following software engineering best practices.
• Manage stakeholder relationships including clients and senior leadership.
• Track progress, identify impediments, and implement effective solutions.
• Communicate program status, milestones, and KPIs to leadership.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Remote collaboration

Agile/SAFe

Communication

Risk management

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering / related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in enterprise software solutions, is actively seeking a highly accomplished Program Manager to join their dynamic team, working remotely from Sandton, Gauteng. This crucial role involves overseeing a portfolio of interconnected projects focused on developing and deploying cutting-edge enterprise software. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in software development lifecycles, program management, and stakeholder engagement within a global context. You will be responsible for driving strategic initiatives, ensuring successful delivery of complex software programs, managing cross-functional teams, and aligning program objectives with the company's long-term vision. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead impactful projects from a remote-first perspective, contributing to innovation within the South African tech industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute a portfolio of strategic enterprise software development projects, ensuring alignment with program goals.
• Define program scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with executive stakeholders.
• Oversee project planning, resource allocation, budget management, and risk mitigation across multiple projects.
• Lead and mentor program teams, fostering a collaborative, high-performance, and remote-first culture.
• Ensure the timely and high-quality delivery of software solutions, adhering to best practices in software engineering.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, development teams, and executive leadership.
• Track program progress, identify potential impediments, and implement effective solutions.
• Facilitate effective communication and reporting on program status, milestones, and key performance indicators.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in project and program management, with a strong focus on enterprise software development.
• Proven experience managing large-scale software programs with budgets exceeding R150 million.
• Deep understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, SAFe), DevOps, and cloud technologies.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution abilities, essential for remote collaboration.
• Experience working in a global, distributed team environment is mandatory.
• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certifications are highly desirable.

Benefits

• An outstanding annual salary of R , commensurate with extensive program management experience.
• Significant performance bonuses tied to program success and strategic company objectives.
• Comprehensive global health coverage, life insurance, and retirement planning support.
• Generous budget for professional development, including conferences, training, and certifications.
• A fully remote work environment, enabling flexibility and global collaboration for this Yes remote role.
• Opportunity to shape the future of enterprise software for a world-renowned leader based in Sandton, South Africa.