Head of Development

SUMMARY:
Are you a tech-savvy leader passionate about shaping high-impact software solutions in a dynamic retail environment?
My client, one of South Africa's leading retail brands, is seeking a Head of Development to drive innovative IT projects and grow a talented team of developers and test engineers.
 
Join a fast-paced FMCG sector where your expertise in information technology jobs can make a real difference, with opportunities to influence product strategy and deliver high-quality systems that scale.

POSITION INFO:

My client is looking for an enthusiastic professional to lead their development team in the exciting world of FMCG retail IT jobs. This role is perfect for those who thrive in developer jobs, passionate about driving dev teams, growing expert team members, and maintaining high standards in software development. You'll motivate and influence your team, set a clear vision, foster a positive working environment, and make effective decisions to build a strong company culture. Design and build solid solutions based on best practices, introducing and managing tools, methods, and procedures for development activities. Drive and mentor a team of software developers, sharing your knowledge and enabling them with essential skills and tools. Recruit and engage permanent and contract team members, building strong relationships with development business partners. Manage the delivery of multiple simultaneous system development projects from design through to release, thinking critically, adapting to challenges, and making sound decisions under pressure. Control development timelines and commitments, help drive product strategy for the group's systems, and work closely with internal teams to ensure alignment and coordination across operations for seamless implementation of existing and new systems. This position offers growth opportunities in people management, technical expertise, and strategic planning within a vibrant, ever-changing industry—ideal for those seeking developer vacancies or IT recruitment opportunities.

Skills & Experience:
Minimum 3 years in a similar role leading development teams.
Highly technical and hands-on capable, with a desire to remain an expert in current technologies—relevant for .net developer jobs, java developer jobs, or similar developer vacancies
Strong planning and organization skills
A passion for people management and the ability to lead and influence others
Technical expertise in development, architecture, frameworks, and integration methods
Experience in managing multiple projects, adapting to changing environments, and driving team performance in jobs in IT or information technology jobs

Qualification:
Bachelor’s Degree or 3-Year tertiary qualification in IT.


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