Capitec Bank Seeks Tech-Savvy Leader for Software Development Manager Role
Closing Date: Not Specified
Job Summary:
Are you a seasoned tech professional with a passion for leading teams and driving innovation? Do you have a strong background in software development and a knack for strategic planning? Capitec Bank is on the hunt for a talented Software Development Manager to join their team in Stellenbosch. If you’re up for the challenge, read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity.
About the Role:
As a Software Development Manager at Capitec Bank, you’ll be responsible for providing technical direction and overseeing the delivery of software products and services. Your primary goal will be to drive efficiency, innovation, and people development in the team. You’ll need to possess excellent leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a team of technical professionals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic technical direction and manage multiple technical teams responsible for the technical delivery of the full product lifecycle
- Oversee the ongoing drive to increase efficiency, optimisation, innovation, and people development in these environments
- Craft roadmaps and manage budgets to ensure successful project delivery
- Utilize technical skills to support and guide a technical team
- Establish priorities and successfully manage deliverables
- Engage with stakeholders and utilize communication and relationship management skills to influence and lead
- Lead by example and influence others through leadership and technical expertise
Requirements:
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in software development management
- Experience in leading and working in an agile development environment
- Ability to craft roadmaps, manage budgets, and utilize technical skills to support and guide a technical team
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a team
- Experience in utilizing project management principles and methodologies
- 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 methodologies
Ideal Qualifications:
- Honours Degree in Commerce or Information Technology – Computer Science
- Experience in the banking industry, particularly in Central Collections and Capitec Bank Systems Environment
- Knowledge of Agile development principles and Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- Familiarity with Capitec Bank’s business model and banking industry practices
Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong decision-making and influencing skills
- Ability to negotiate and build relationships with stakeholders
- Strong technical skills, with the ability to support and guide a technical team
Conditions of Employment:
- Clear criminal and credit record
What We Offer:
- A dynamic and supportive work environment
- Opportunities for career growth and development
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- A chance to work with a leading bank in the industry
How to Apply:
If you’re a motivated and tech-savvy individual with a passion for leadership and innovation, we want to hear from you! To apply for this exciting opportunity, please click the link below:
Disclaimer:
Capitec is committed to diversity and applications to this position will strictly be considered in support of our employment equity goals.