Engineering Manager

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTI005776/LB

Date posted:

Monday, September 22, 2025

Location:

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Salary:

1 500 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Imagine leading high-impact engineering teams in a global tech innovator where your vision shapes petabyte-scale solutions and drives real-world decisions. Gain the freedom to mentor talent, refine agile processes, and foster a culture of ownership, all in a flexible hybrid setup that balances deep work with Friday deck wind-downs and team braais. This is your chance to blend technical mastery with people leadership in developer jobs that matter.

POSITION INFO:

My client, a leader in information technology jobs within the telecommunications sector, is seeking a dynamic Engineering Manager for their Development Engineering department. Reporting to the Engineering Executive, you'll guide 2-3 teams of 10-20 software engineers in developing and evolving cutting-edge product suites. Responsibilities include motivating teams to deliver high-quality releases on time, translating business priorities into actionable goals, implementing agile practices for seamless delivery, providing technical guidance on product support, coaching for career growth, and collaborating cross-functionally with Product Owners and stakeholders to align roadmaps. In this IT recruitment standout, you'll thrive at the intersection of tech and people, unblocking challenges and building processes that ensure quality in every release, perfect for senior developers eyeing leadership in jobs in IT.

Skills & Experience:
Minimum 12+ years in software engineering, including minimum 3+ years in a leadership role
Strong background in software development and release processes
Proven ability to manage teams, projects, and budgets
Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict-resolution skills
Knowledge of telecoms, networks, and internet technologies is a strong advantage
Attributes: Servant leader, empathetic, proactive, customer-focused, and committed to delivery

Qualification:
B.Eng or B.Sc. in Computer Science (leadership/management qualifications a plus).

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