Software Development Project Manager

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Híbrido; ZAR 700.000 - 950.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Training and development resources

Hybrid work environment in Mossel Bay

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, seeks a Software Development Project Manager to steer software projects from inception to delivery. You will guide cross-functional teams through the full project lifecycle, ensuring timely, high-quality software aligned with client and business goals.

The role requires 4–6 years of project management experience in software environments, strong Agile/Scrum expertise, and excellent communication and leadership skills.

Formación

• 4–6 years of experience in project management within software development environments.
• Solid understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with software development tools and platforms is desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Manage end-to-end lifecycle of software development projects using Agile methodologies.
• Facilitate sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews and retrospectives.
• Define project scope, manage requirements, and communicate deliverables to the team.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and dependencies affecting delivery timelines.
• Collaborate with product management and engineering leads to ensure successful releases.

Conocimientos

Agile methodologies

Leadership

Communication

Scrum

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Herramientas

Software development tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Software Development Project Manager to lead their innovative software projects from their base in Mossel Bay, Western Cape . This role is crucial for guiding software development teams through the entire project lifecycle, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet client needs and business objectives. You will be responsible for managing project plans, coordinating development efforts, mitigating risks, and ensuring effective communication between development teams, product owners, and other stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic individual to contribute to cutting-edge software development within a growing tech landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of software development projects using Agile methodologies.
• Facilitate sprint planning, daily stand‑ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Define project scope, manage requirements, and ensure clear communication of deliverables to the development team.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies that could impact software delivery timelines.
• Collaborate with product management and engineering leads to ensure successful product releases.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in project management , specifically within software development environments.
• Solid understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies, with experience managing projects using these frameworks.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with software development tools and platforms is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for professional growth.
• Access to training and development resources for project management and technical skills.
• A hybrid work environment that balances remote flexibility with in-office collaboration in Mossel Bay.