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      Software Development manager

      Benefits:None
      Location:Johannesburg, Magaliessig
      Education level:Degree
      Job level:Management (Snr - Executive, 5+ yrs)
      Type:Permanent
      Company:Virtualscape Solutions

      Purpose

      To lead and manage a team of talented developers while actively contributing to software development. This role requires a balance between leadership responsibilities and technical expertise to ensure successful project delivery, resolution of challenges, and alignment with business goals. The manager will foster a collaborative environment, contribute hands-on to the development of software solutions, and act as the bridge between team members and other business stakeholders.

      Summary of roles and responsibilities

      a) Team leadership and management

      • Recruit and manage a high-performing software development team.
      • Conduct regular performance reviews, set objectives, and support career development.
      • Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment, resolving any office/work-related conflicts.
      • Remove obstacles hindering team productivity and reduce resulting stress by providing context for challenges.
      b) Active software development
      • Play an integral role in hands-on software development, creating new features, fixing bugs, and maintaining existing applications.
      • Develop and deliver complex software solutions using languages such as JavaScript, SQL, C#, and Node.js.
      • Lead by example in following coding standards, implementing best practices, and contributing directly to the codebase.
      • Participate in peer code reviews and provide technical mentorship to team members.
      c) Project oversight
      • Plan, execute, and oversee software development projects, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget.
      • Manage resource allocation and resolve conflicts to prioritise customer demands, bug fixes, and support issues.
      • Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders to communicate progress, risks, and deliverables.
      d) Technical oversight
      • Define and enforce coding standards, development methodologies, and architectural principles.
      • Stay updated on emerging technologies and trends, recommending improvements to enhance systems and processes.
      e) Process improvement
      • Develop and implement Agile/Scrum workflows to streamline software development.
      • Identify bottlenecks in the development process and propose solutions to enhance productivity.
      • Continuously improve CI/CD pipelines, testing frameworks, and DevOps practices.
      f) Quality assurance
      • Ensure rigorous testing protocols, including unit, integration, and system testing.
      • Oversee the implementation of automated testing and code review processes.
      • Maintain high-quality systems, processes, and development methodologies.
      g) Collaboration and communication
      • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, QA, and operations, to align development efforts with business needs.
      • Translate business requirements into technical deliverables and manage expectations effectively.
      • Represent the team in business discussions and communicate strategic development roadmaps to executives and stakeholders.
      Qualifications
      • Completed three-year computer science degree.
      • Certificate in Agile methodologies or project management.
      Experience
      • Six or more years of software development experience, with at least two years in a leadership or management role.
      • Proven track record of delivering complex software projects in a dynamic environment.
      • Exposure to data science, AI, or machine learning projects will be advantageous.
      • Familiarity with ITIL practices and principles.
      Technical skills
      • Strong technical background in software development using JavaScript, SQL, HTML and CSS, JSON and XML, C#, Node.js, MySQL, and PostgreSQL.
      • Experience with front-end and back-end technologies, frameworks, and databases.
      • Familiarity with cloud platforms and DevOps tools such as Docker and Git.
      • Knowledge of microservices architecture, API development, and single-page application design.
      Leadership skills
      • Exceptional organisational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
      • Proven ability to lead, motivate, and inspire a team.
      • Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.


      Company Description

      Virtualscape Solutions. A proudly South African company specialising in industrial automation solutions. We offer a comprehensive suite of products, solutions, and platforms, all purpose-built to bridge the digital divide in the industrial sector.

      Posted on 28 Feb 12:33, Closing date 29 Apr

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      Hermien Pietersen
      hermien@vsv.co.za

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