Senior Software Engineering Manager

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,650,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Software Engineering Manager to lead multiple software teams and steer technical direction from a remote setup based in SA. You will oversee design, development, testing and deployment, mentoring engineers and driving architectural excellence.

You will collaborate with product managers, manage budgets, recruit top talent, and shape the engineering culture to deliver robust, scalable products while keeping pace with industry trends.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of software development experience.
• 3+ years in a management or team lead role.
• Proven track record delivering complex software projects.
• Strong understanding of modern software architecture patterns and best practices.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor multiple software engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Oversee the software development lifecycle from design to deployment.
• Define technical strategy and architectural direction for key product areas.
• Collaborate with product managers to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, scalable, and performant software.
• Drive best practices in code quality, testing, and CI/CD.
• Conduct performance reviews and recruit top engineering talent.
• Manage team budgets and resource allocation.
• Resolve technical challenges and remove impediments for teams.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Software architecture

Agile methodologies

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Java

Python

C++

JavaScript

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Software Engineering Manager to lead their talented engineering teams. This fully remote role empowers you to guide the development of cutting‐edge software solutions from your home office, fostering a collaborative and high‐performing engineering culture. You will be responsible for technical direction, team mentorship, and ensuring the successful delivery of robust, scalable software products. The ideal candidate has a strong background in software development, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for building and nurturing engineering talent. We are committed to providing a flexible and productive work environment that allows our engineers to thrive and contribute significantly to our technological advancements. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on our product roadmap and technical architecture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor multiple software engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from design and development to testing and deployment.
• Define technical strategy and architectural direction for key product areas.
• Collaborate with product managers and other stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and performant software.
• Drive best practices in software development, including code quality, testing, and CI/CD.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide career development guidance, and recruit top engineering talent.
• Manage team budgets and resource allocation effectively.
• Resolve technical challenges and remove impediments for the engineering teams.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to guide technological innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a management or team lead role.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex software projects.
• Strong understanding of modern software architecture patterns and best practices.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C++, JavaScript).
• Experience managing remote or distributed engineering teams.
• Ability to attract, retain, and develop top engineering talent.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary and bonus structure, along with comprehensive health, retirement, and wellness benefits.
• This fully remote position provides exceptional flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning, and attending industry conferences are provided.

Join a forward-thinking company with a strong commitment to innovation and employee development, based in Benoni, Gauteng, ZA .