Software Lead

Hexagon; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in digital reality solutions is looking for a Software Lead in Cape Town. You'll provide technical leadership and work on cloud-native applications, employing technologies like Kubernetes and Terraform. The role requires at least 5 years of experience and knowledge in full-stack development, specifically with Python and React. The company promotes a hybrid work model, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all employees.

Benefits

Flexible working model

Lunch provided in office

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in software development.
• Experience in building and operating cloud-native applications.
• Familiarity with software engineering best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for programming assignments.
• Design, plan, and implement epic-level projects.
• Mentor and coach teammates to enhance software quality standards.
• Recommend adjustments to improve existing software functionality.

Skills

Technical leadership

Cloud-native applications

Kubernetes

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Full-stack development

Python

React

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

Hexagon's Asset Lifecycle Intelligence division (Hexagon) is looking for an experienced Software Lead to join the j5 Product Team.

This position requires individuals to provide technical leadership for a variety of programming assignments and plan and conduct development projects. We work on challenging problems that are satisfying to solve and use a complex ecosystem of tools, technologies, and systems offering good learning and development opportunities across a variety of domains. Our team is smart, genuine, friendly and hard‑working and we offer a collaborative working environment where everyone has a chance to share ideas and contribute.

We have a flexible, hybrid working model and appreciate the balance of a great office and home convenience. Lunch is offered in‑office on Tuesdays and Thursdays and is a great chance to connect in person and stay in touch.

• The design, planning and implementation of epic‑level projects, and ensuring that their team delivers them by the negotiated date with high quality.
• Leading and implementing large, challenging feature sets through fast, accurate and reliable development, exercising sound judgement during project execution.
• Provides technical leadership to teammates through coaching and mentorship in a broad area of expertise including contributing to high quality team software standards by establishing good practices and habits.
• Contributes to internal engineering processes and tasks by recommending new technologies to ensure quality and productivity.
• Recommends adjustments to resolve software issues, improve the functionality of existing software, and ensure that the design, application, and maintenance of software meets quality standards.
• Uses strong, effective communication skills to work closely with cross‑functional team members, product owners, and other product stakeholders to develop applications that meet customer needs.

Education / Qualifications

• A degree in Computer Science or Electrical and Computer Engineering (or similar) is preferable, with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in building and operating cloud‑native applications and microservices is strongly preferred, ideally with experience in Kubernetes and IaC tools such as Terraform.
• This role includes full‑stack development.
• Familiarity with Python and React is also preferred.

About Hexagon

Hexagon is a global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software and autonomous technologies.

We are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, quality and safety across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, public sector, and mobility applications.

Hexagon's Asset Lifecycle Intelligence division helps clients design, construct, and operate more profitable, safe, and sustainable industrial facilities.

We empower customers to unlock data, accelerate industrial project modernization and digital maturity, increase productivity, and move the sustainability needle.

Our technologies help produce actionable insights that enable better decision‑making and intelligence across the asset lifecycle of industrial projects, leading to improvements in safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity, which contribute to economic and environmental sustainability.

Hexagon (Nasdaq Stockholm : HEXA B) has approximately 25, employees in 50 countries and net sales of approximately 5.4bn EUR.

Learn more at and follow us @HexagonAB.

Why work for Hexagon?

At Hexagon, if you can see it, you can do it.

Hexagon's Asset Lifecyle Intelligence division puts their trust in you so that you can bring your ideas to life.

We have emerged as one of the most engaged and enabled workplaces. We are committed to creating an environment that is truly supportive by providing the resources you need to fully support your ambitions, no matter who you are or where you are in the world.

• In the recently concluded workplace effectiveness survey by Korn Ferry, a global HR advisory firm, Hexagon, Asset Lifecycle Intelligence division has emerged as one of the most Engaged and Enabled workplaces, when compared to similar organizations that Korn Ferry partners with.

Everyone is welcome

At Hexagon, we believe that diverse and inclusive teams are critical to the success of our people and our business.

Everyone is welcome—as an inclusive workplace, we do not discriminate. In fact, we embrace differences and are fully committed to creating equal opportunities, an inclusive environment, and fairness for all.

Respect is the cornerstone of how we operate, so speak up and be yourself.

You are valued here.