Senior Lecturer in Software Engineering

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Research support

Professional development

Industry partnerships

Job summary

Placements24 in the North West region invites applications for an experienced Senior Lecturer in Software Engineering to join the Department of Computing in Klerksdorp. The role blends strong academic credentials with practical industry experience to teach and mentor students in modern software development.

You will contribute to curriculum design, conduct research, supervise dissertations, and foster industry partnerships, supporting consulting and outreach while advancing your academic career.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Significant professional experience in the software development industry.
• Proven experience in teaching at the tertiary level, with excellent pedagogical skills.
• Expertise in modern software development practices, agile methodologies, and software testing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage students and industry professionals.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in software engineering, object-oriented programming, and software architecture.
• Develop and deliver practical laboratory sessions and project-based learning experiences.
• Conduct research in software engineering methodologies, tools, or related areas, leading to publications.
• Supervise student research projects, capstone projects, and dissertations.
• Contribute to departmental administration, curriculum review, and quality assurance processes.

Skills

Teaching at university

Pedagogical skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Industry experience

Education

Master's or PhD in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Lecturer in Software Engineering to join their dynamic Department of Computing in Klerksdorp . This role requires a blend of strong academic credentials and practical industry experience to teach and mentor students in the principles and practices of modern software development. You will contribute to curriculum design, conduct research, and play a key role in fostering industry partnerships. This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your academic career and influence the next generation of software engineers in the North West , within a forward-thinking institution dedicated to excellence in technology education.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in software engineering, object-oriented programming, and software architecture.
• Develop and deliver practical laboratory sessions and project-based learning experiences.
• Conduct research in software engineering methodologies, tools, or related areas, leading to publications.
• Supervise student research projects, capstone projects, and dissertations.
• Contribute to departmental administration, curriculum review, and quality assurance processes.

Requirements

• A Master's degree or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Significant professional experience in the software development industry.
• Proven experience in teaching at the tertiary level, with excellent pedagogical skills.
• Expertise in modern software development practices, agile methodologies, and software testing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage students and industry professionals.

Benefits

• A competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits, including medical aid and pension fund.
• Support for research activities, conference attendance, and professional development.
• Access to advanced computing facilities and software development tools in Klerksdorp .
• Opportunities for consulting and industry engagement.
• A vibrant and collaborative academic environment in the North West .