Software Development Project Manager

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Health insurance

Dental & vision

Generous PTO

Flexible remote

Growth opportunities

Conference access

Remote culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Software Development Project Manager to oversee the full software development lifecycle in a fully remote role. You will lead multiple projects, coordinate with product, QA, and stakeholders, and ensure timely, high-quality delivery.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in software project management, strong Agile experience, and excellent leadership and communication skills, within a collaborative remote environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of software project management experience.
• Proven experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of the SDLC from requirements to deployment.
• Develop detailed project plans with scope, timelines, and budgets.
• Lead software development teams and mentor members.
• Coordinate communication among teams and stakeholders.
• Identify risks and ensure on-time, high-quality delivery.
• Ensure software products meet business objectives.

Skills

SDLC management

Agile (Scrum Kanban)

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Jira

Asana

Job description

Our client is seeking a skilled Software Development Project Manager for a fully remote position. You will be responsible for overseeing the entire software development lifecycle, from requirement gathering and design to development, testing, and deployment. This role requires a leader who can effectively manage multiple software projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of software engineering principles and a passion for driving innovation in a collaborative, remote environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.
• Lead and mentor software development teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
• Facilitate communication between development teams, product managers, QA, and stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, dependencies, and issues proactively.
• Ensure the successful delivery of high-quality software products that meet business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in software project management.
• Proven experience managing complex software development projects using Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Strong understanding of software architecture, development practices, and testing methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, or similar.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible remote working arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional growth and attending industry conferences.
• A dynamic and supportive remote work culture.