Project Manager - Software Development

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an accomplished Project Manager to lead software development initiatives from a Centurion office. You will guide teams through the SDLC, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality products while coordinating with DevOps, QA and stakeholders.

The role requires 6+ years in software project management, strong leadership and excellent communication. PMP or Scrum Master is preferred as the Gauteng market benefits from experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in software project management.
• Experience managing multiple software development projects concurrently.
• Proficiency with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and Jira.
• Strong understanding of the SDLC and development frameworks.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; PMP or Scrum Master preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize software development projects within deadlines and budget.
• Define scope, objectives and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive project plans and communication documents.
• Manage developers, testers and designers and foster collaboration.
• Identify and manage risks and dependencies; implement solutions.
• Coordinate deployment and release with DevOps and QA teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Project management

Agile methodologies

Jira

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Jira

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Project Manager to lead software development initiatives from their Centurion office. This role is crucial for guiding development teams through the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality software products. You will be responsible for managing project scope, resources, timelines, and budgets while fostering strong communication channels between development teams, QA, product owners, and other stakeholders. This is an opportunity to contribute to innovative software solutions in a fast-paced, agile environment, driving projects that meet complex business needs and exceed customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize software development projects according to strict deadlines and within budget.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, involving all relevant stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive project plans and associated communication documents.
• Manage project teams, including developers, testers, and designers, fostering a collaborative spirit.
• Identify and manage project risks and dependencies, proactively seeking solutions.
• Ensure successful deployment and release of software products, coordinating with DevOps and QA teams.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in software project management .
• Demonstrated success managing multiple software development projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and project management tools like Jira.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and common development frameworks.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; PMP or Scrum Master certification is preferred for this role in Gauteng .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Fully remote work environment, offering maximum flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Professional development opportunities, including training and conferences.