Software Development Manager

Recruiter:

wePlace

Job Ref:

JHB000926/AS

Date posted:

Monday, April 13, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
An industry leading Bank has an exciting opportunity available for a Software Development Manager to join their team.

POSITION INFO:
Purpose Statement
To provide strategic technical direction and manage multiple technical teams responsible for the technical delivery of the full product lifecycle, all product features and support and maintenance related tasks in respect of the product. Oversee the ongoing drive to increase efficiency, optimisation, innovation and people development in these environments.

Minimum Experience:

At least 5 years’ experience in software development management

Experience:

Leading and working in an agile development environment
Crafting roadmaps
Managing a budget
Using technical skills to support and guide a technical team
To establish priorities and successfully manage deliverables
Utilizing communication and relationship management skills to engage with stakeholders
Using leadership to influence in other areas

Qualifications (Minimum)

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce or Information Technology - Computer Science

Qualifications (Ideal or Preferred)

Honours Degree in Commerce or Information Technology - Computer Science

Knowledge
Minimum:

Functional knowledge particular to the product (e.g. Credit or App)
People management and development practices and principles
Stakeholder management
Budgeting and accounting principles
Business analysis and design
Project Management principles and methodologie

Ideal:

Banking industry
Central Collections environment
Agile development principles
Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

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