Remote Senior Program Manager, Software Development

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Annual performance-based bonus

Professional development stipend

Home office equipment allowance

Flexible working hours

Virtual team-building activities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead multiple software development initiatives in a remote-first environment. You will guide engineering teams, ensure delivery on time and within budget, and align projects with the strategic product roadmap across distributed time zones.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in program management, deep Agile experience, and strong leadership. Proficiency with Jira/Confluence, SDLC, CI/CD, and cloud technologies is essential, along with superb

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in project and program management within software.
• Proven success in leading large-scale, complex software programs.
• Expertise in Agile/Scrum and distributed teams.
• Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, Slack, and Asana.
• Strong SDLC, CI/CD, and cloud technologies understanding.
• Exceptional leadership and remote-team communication skills.
• Experience managing budgets of R500k+ and P&L responsibilities.
• Dedicated home office environment for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage program scope, objectives, and deliverables for multiple software projects.
• Develop detailed program plans including resources, timelines, and budgets.
• Lead and mentor cross-functional teams across time zones.
• Implement agile methodologies to optimize workflows and productivity.
• Ensure clear communication with stakeholders including executives.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and dependencies with contingency plans.
• Monitor progress, KPIs, and provide reports to stakeholders.
• Champion best practices in software lifecycle management and continuous improvement.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and partners as needed.

Skills

Agile/Scrum

Distributed teams

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Budget mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Slack

Asana

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Program Manager to lead complex software development initiatives from a fully remote capacity. This pivotal role involves orchestrating multiple software projects, ensuring their successful delivery on time and within budget, while upholding the highest quality standards. As a remote-first organization, we thrive on collaboration, innovation, and effective asynchronous communication. You will be at the forefront of guiding our engineering teams, driving strategic alignment, and ensuring seamless execution of our product roadmap. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of our software offerings and contribute to a dynamic, globally distributed team.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and manage program scope, objectives, and deliverables for multiple concurrent software development projects.
• Develop detailed program plans, including resource allocation, timelines, budget management, and risk assessment.
• Lead and mentor cross-functional teams of developers, QA engineers, designers, and product managers across different time zones.
• Implement and refine agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) to optimize development workflows and team productivity.
• Ensure clear and consistent communication channels are maintained across all stakeholders, including executive leadership and distributed teams.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate program risks and dependencies, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Monitor program progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide insightful reports to stakeholders.
• Champion best practices in software development lifecycle management and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and partners as required for program success.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field; Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in project and program management within the software development industry.
• Demonstrated success in leading large-scale, complex software development programs.
• Expertise in Agile/Scrum methodologies and their practical application in distributed teams.
• Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Slack, Asana).
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), CI/CD pipelines, and cloud technologies.
• Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with a proven ability to influence and motivate remote teams.
• Experience managing budgets of R500k or more and P&L responsibilities.
• Must have a dedicated, productive home office environment suitable for remote work.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including robust medical, dental, and vision insurance, a generous retirement savings plan with company matching, and an annual performance-based bonus. We provide a professional development stipend for continuous learning and certifications, home office equipment allowance, and flexible working hours. Our client is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive remote work culture, offering regular virtual team-building activities and opportunities for global collaboration. Join a company where your contributions are valued, and career growth is a priority, irrespective of your physical location.