Technical Lead (Software Development)

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid contributions

Retirement fund contributions

Learning and development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, seeks an experienced Technical Lead to guide a software development team. You will provide technical direction, architectural oversight, and hands-on coding to deliver robust software solutions while mentoring juniors and shaping best practices.

You will collaborate with product managers, define roadmaps, enforce coding standards, and ensure maintainable code, scalability, and reliable deployments across cloud platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience in CS/engineering.
• 7+ years of professional software development experience.
• Proven experience in technical leadership or architect roles.
• Experience with modern languages and cloud/CI/CD tooling.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex software applications.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to a team of developers.
• Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and architectural patterns.
• Collaborate with product managers to translate requirements into technical specs.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure robust, scalable, maintainable code.
• Troubleshoot and resolve critical technical issues with timely solutions.

Skills

Technical leadership

Backend experience

Full-stack development

Code reviews

Education

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

Tools

Java

Python

C#

Node.js

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Technical Lead to guide their software development team in Polokwane . In this critical role, you will be responsible for providing technical direction, architectural oversight, and hands‑on development expertise to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality software solutions. You will mentor junior developers, foster best practices, and collaborate with stakeholders to define technical roadmaps. This is a superb opportunity for a seasoned developer to step into a leadership position, driving innovation and technical excellence within a growing organization in Limpopo .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex software applications and systems.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to a team of software developers.
• Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and architectural patterns.
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Conduct code reviews, identify potential issues, and ensure the delivery of robust, scalable, and maintainable code.
• Troubleshoot and resolve critical technical issues and provide timely solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on backend or full-stack technologies.
• Proven experience in a technical leadership or architect role.
• Expertise in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#, Node.js) and associated frameworks.
• Strong understanding of database design, cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team collaboration skills.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and attending tech conferences.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment in Polokwane .
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.