Remote Senior Software Development Manager

Placements24

Vereeniging

Hybrid

ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000

Full time

34 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Stock options

Health insurance

Company laptop

Professional development budget

Home office setup allowance

Performance-based bonuses

Annual salary reviews

Conferences and certifications

Diversity & inclusive culture

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa invites a Senior Software Development Manager to lead distributed engineering teams in a remote-first setup. You will guide the software delivery lifecycle, mentor engineers, and ensure delivery of robust, scalable software aligned with business goals.

This role emphasizes remote leadership, cloud experience, and agile methods to drive high-performance teams across time zones.

Qualifications

Master's degree required; 7+ years software development with 4+ years leading teams.
Experience managing remote or distributed engineering teams.
Strong knowledge of software architecture and design patterns.
Proven track record delivering scalable software products.
Experience with cloud platforms and CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and manage multiple software development teams operating remotely across various locations.
Oversee the entire software development lifecycle from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.
Foster a strong engineering culture focused on quality, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Drive the technical vision and strategy for software products aligned with business goals.
Implement and refine agile methodologies to optimize productivity and delivery speed.
Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets for remote projects.
Conduct performance reviews and support professional growth of team members.
Collaborate with product management, QA, and cross-functional teams for successful launches.
Champion best practices in software architecture, coding standards, security, and scalability.
Facilitate clear and effective communication within remote teams and with senior leadership.

Skills

Remote team leadership

Software architecture

Cloud platforms

CI/CD pipelines

Agile / Scrum / Kanban

Stakeholder management

Software development lifecycle

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge technology firm with a global footprint, is actively seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Software Development Manager to lead their distributed engineering teams. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within the designated operational regions, though adherence to specific time zones for collaborative purposes may be required. The successful candidate will be responsible for guiding software development lifecycle, fostering a culture of innovation and high performance, and ensuring the delivery of robust, scalable software solutions. This role demands exceptional leadership in a virtual environment, strong technical acumen, and a strategic approach to managing remote teams. We are looking for a candidate who excels in driving technical excellence, mentoring engineers, and aligning development efforts with business objectives. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of software development in a remote-first company, contributing to impactful projects and fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and productive virtual workplace. The emphasis is on delivering exceptional software products irrespective of geographical location. Your leadership will be key in maintaining our client's position at the forefront of technological innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and manage multiple software development teams operating remotely across various locations.
Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design to implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
Foster a strong engineering culture focused on quality, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Drive the technical vision and strategy for software products, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Implement and refine agile development methodologies to optimize team productivity and delivery speed.
Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets effectively for remote projects.
Conduct performance reviews, provide regular feedback, and support the professional growth of team members.
Collaborate closely with product management, QA, and other cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches.
Champion best practices in software architecture, coding standards, security, and scalability.
Facilitate clear and effective communication within the remote teams and with senior leadership.

Requirements

Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in software development, with at least 4 years in a management or team lead role.
Proven experience successfully managing and leading remote or distributed engineering teams.
Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and modern development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban).
Excellent technical background in relevant programming languages and technologies.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a focus on remote team dynamics.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex software projects from conception to delivery.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and CI/CD pipelines is highly desirable.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Experience working with stakeholders across different time zones and cultures.

Benefits