Project Manager - Software Development

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Health, dental, and retirement package

Hybrid work model in East London

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Project Manager specialized in Software Development to join the East London team. You will oversee the full software development lifecycle, from requirements through deployment and maintenance, collaborating with product managers and stakeholders to deliver high‑quality software.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in software project management with an Agile focus and a solid grasp of SDLC, architectures, and modern programming languages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software project management, preferably with an Agile focus.
• Proven experience managing the full SDLC.
• Strong understanding of programming languages, database technologies, and software architecture.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with project management tools like Jira, Confluence, or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of software development projects using Agile methodologies.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business requirements and technical feasibility.
• Lead and motivate software development teams, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Manage project timelines, resources, budgets, and risks effectively throughout the development lifecycle.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, quality assurance processes, and deployment best practices.

Skills

Software project management

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Engineering

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Project Manager with a specialization in Software Development to join their innovative team in East London . You will be responsible for managing the entire software development lifecycle, from requirement gathering and design to development, testing, deployment, and maintenance. This role requires a strong understanding of software engineering principles, coupled with excellent project management and leadership skills. The ideal candidate will work closely with development teams, product managers, and stakeholders to ensure the delivery of high‑quality software solutions that meet business needs and drive customer satisfaction within the Eastern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of software development projects using Agile methodologies.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business requirements and technical feasibility.
• Lead and motivate software development teams, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Manage project timelines, resources, budgets, and risks effectively throughout the development lifecycle.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, quality assurance processes, and deployment best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software project management , preferably with an Agile focus.
• Proven experience managing the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) .
• Strong understanding of various programming languages, database technologies, and software architecture.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with project management tools like Jira, Confluence, or similar platforms.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits package.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in software development and project management.
• A hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance in East London .
• Work on exciting and challenging software projects that impact users globally.