Tech Lead

Liham Consulting Pty (Ltd); Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Software Development Manager. The role involves leading a team of developers, designing scalable solutions, and ensuring code quality using various tools. Candidates should have a strong background in multiple programming languages and frameworks, including Python, Java, JavaScript, and experience in a senior role is required. This position offers an opportunity to innovate and mentor others while managing complex software projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience as a software developer.
• Minimum of 2 years in a senior role.
• Extensive knowledge of Agile methodologies.
• Strong passion for keeping up with the latest software development trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of software developers.
• Design scalable solutions based on requirements.
• Develop high-quality software applications.
• Provide project updates to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and timelines.

Skills

Microservices and Web API integration

Debugging and troubleshooting

JavaScript including Vue.JS and Node.JS

AWS

Software Development Life Cycle

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or Computer Science

Tools

IntelliJ Idea

Postman

Visual Studio Code

MySQL Workbench

GitLab

Atlassian

Job description

Job Description :

Leading and managing a team of software developers, providing technical guidance and mentorship.

Designing and architecting scalable and efficient solutions based on business requirements and technical specifications.

Utilizing tools such as IntelliJ Idea, Postman, Visual Studio Code, Medis / Redis UI Tool, MySQL Workbench, GitLab, and Atlassian to optimize development processes and ensure code quality.

Developing high-quality software applications using a variety of programming languages and frameworks, including Python, Java / Kotlin, JavaScript, Vue.JS, Node.JS, C#, MySQL, and Microsoft SQL.

Providing regular project status updates to stakeholders and management.

Possess a deep understanding and hands‑on experience with various technologies, including but not limited to Docker, MySQL, AWS (Lambdas / EC2 / S3 / SQS,SNS), API development, ElasticCache, Redis, Kafka, RabbitMQ.

Collaborating stakeholders to define project requirements, timelines, and deliverables.

Qualification & Skills :

Extensive understanding of Microservices and Web API integration.

Bachelor’s degree in IT or Computer Science (or similar) is highly advantageous.

Minimum of 6 years of experience as a software developer.

Minimum of 2 years of which in a senior role.

Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills.

Extensive understanding of Microservices and Web API integration.

Experience in JS (including Vue.JS and Node.JS).

Familiarity with development tools like IntelliJ Idea, Postman, Visual Studio Code, MySQL Workbench, GitLab, and Atlassian.

Hands‑on experience with MS SQL, MySQL, AWS (Lambdas / EC2 / S3 / SQS / SNS), API development, RabbitMQ, Redis, Kafka.

Extensive knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle and corresponding agile methodologies.

A passion for staying up to date with the latest trends and advancements in software development.

Suitable candidates will be contacted. If you do not get a response within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.