Software Development Director - Cape Town

Xcede Group; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcede Group is seeking a Director of Software Engineering to lead and shape the software platform for a growing organization. You will supervise and mentor a team of engineers, set architectural standards, and drive delivery using modern technologies and best practices.

With autonomy to influence technical strategy, you will partner with cross-functional teams to ensure software solutions meet customer needs and business objectives while fostering innovation and growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software engineering and leadership experience.
• Demonstrated ability with Python/TypeScript/Node.js stacks.
• Ability to set development standards and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor software engineering teams.
• Establish development standards and architecture guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align with business goals.
• Drive innovation and strategic technical decisions.

Skills

Python

TypeScript

Node.js

Software architecture

Design patterns

Leadership

Job description

Director of Software Engineering

Are you a seasoned leader with over 10 years of experience in Python, TypeScript, and/or NodeJs development? Are you a master of software architecture, design patterns, and development methodologies? Do you have a proven track record of leading successful software engineering teams?

Our client is looking for a Director of Software Engineering with your expertise to join their growing organization. As a leader in their team, you will be responsible for managing and directing their software development efforts using the latest technologies and best practices. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that their software solutions meet the needs of customers, stakeholders, and business objectives.

As Director of Software Engineering, you will have the autonomy to make strategic decisions, establish development standards, and drive innovation. You will lead a team of talented software engineers and provide mentorship and guidance to help them grow and thrive.

If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to make an impact, we want to hear from you!