Software Development Manager (.NET)
IT – Software Development
Somerset West – Western Cape – South Africa
ENVIRONMENT:
Our client, a leading player in the fresh produce industry offering IT, analytics, and software support services, is seeking a Software Development Manager to oversee and lead the software development function across all systems. This role requires a blend of strategic leadership and operational excellence, with a strong focus on aligning development efforts with company-wide standards. The successful candidate will drive high-quality software delivery, foster team development, and contribute to enhanced client experiences through robust and scalable solutions.
DUTIES:
- Lead and manage the software development team to achieve strategic and operational business goals.
- Ensure consistency and stability across all systems using standardised development protocols.
- Improve user experience, reduce support needs, and enhance system performance.
- Foster team productivity year-on-year, skills development, and alignment with company values.
- Creating a unified approach to development across the business.
- Ensure integration with all the company’s software systems
- Design, development and internal testing of existing and new products according to the company’s prescribed standards
- Take responsibility for team performance as measured against KPIs and development targets.
- Facilitate regular one-on-ones, performance reviews, and team goal setting.
- Mentor and guide less experienced team members
- Contribute to the overall product and technology strategy in alignment with the company’s business goals.
- Manage key vendor relationships, ensuring service quality and alignment with internal tech standards.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to handle evolving business needs and technical challenges.
- Proficiency in software architecture and design patterns.
- Ability to work calmly and methodically when under pressure
- Must be a keen knowledge seeker who shares acquired knowledge across teams
- Understanding of system stability, security best practices, and performance optimization.
- Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to engage and align cross-functional teams.
Experience:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology or Computer Science
- 5+ years in a senior software development or technical leadership role
- Proven experience leading or managing development teams.
- At least 3 – 5 years of relevant experience as a full stack software developer using technologies such as .Net Core / ASP.Net MVC / C# / SQL / RESTful Web API / React / C++
ATTRIBUTES:
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Great attention to detail
- Capable of problem-solving independently
- Delivering on requirements on-time and to specification with a high level of quality