Capitec Bank is recruiting a Software Development Manager to provide strategic technical direction and oversee multiple technical teams responsible for delivering the full product lifecycle at their Sandton office. This full-time, onsite position is ideal for experienced software development managers who thrive in agile environments and are passionate about driving efficiency, optimization, innovation, and people development.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead technical teams within a progressive banking environment, manage budgets, craft roadmaps, and influence stakeholders while supporting the ongoing growth and technical delivery of critical banking products.

Overview

The Software Development Manager will manage technical teams responsible for product features, support, and maintenance tasks throughout the complete product lifecycle. The successful candidate will be expected to establish priorities, manage deliverables, and drive continuous improvement across all technical operations.

Key Responsibilities

The Software Development Manager will be accountable for the following duties:

• Provide strategic technical direction for multiple technical teams
• Manage the technical delivery of the full product lifecycle including all product features
• Oversee support and maintenance related tasks in respect of assigned products
• Drive ongoing initiatives to increase efficiency and optimization across technical environments
• Lead innovation efforts within technical teams
• Develop and mentor people within the technical teams
• Craft and maintain technical roadmaps aligned with business objectives
• Manage budgets and ensure cost-effective delivery
• Utilize technical skills to support and guide technical teams
• Establish priorities and successfully manage deliverables
• Engage with stakeholders using strong communication and relationship management skills
• Use leadership to influence outcomes in other areas of the organization

Minimum Requirements

Experience

Applicants must demonstrate:

• At least 5 years of experience in software development management
• Proven experience leading and working in an agile development environment
• Experience crafting roadmaps for technical projects and products
• Experience managing a budget
• Experience using technical skills to support and guide a technical team
• Experience establishing priorities and successfully managing deliverables
• Experience utilizing communication and relationship management skills to engage with stakeholders
• Experience using leadership to influence in other areas

Education

The minimum educational requirement is a Bachelor's Degree in Commerce or Information Technology with a specialization in Computer Science.

An Honours Degree in Commerce or Information Technology - Computer Science is preferred.

Knowledge

Candidates must possess the following minimum knowledge areas:

• Functional knowledge particular to the product (such as 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 knowledge areas include:

• Banking industry experience
• Central Collections environment
• Capitec Bank Systems Environment
• Capitec Bank Business Model
• Agile development principles
• Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Skills

The following skills are essential for success in this role:

• Communication skills
• Decision making skills
• Influencing skills
• Interpersonal and relationship management skills
• Negotiation skills

Conditions of Employment

Successful applicants must have a clear criminal and credit record. Capitec Bank is committed to diversity, and applications to this position will strictly be considered in support of employment equity goals.

About Capitec Bank

Capitec Bank Ltd is one of South Africa's leading retail banks, known for its client-centric approach and innovative banking solutions. The bank provides accessible, affordable, and straightforward banking services to millions of clients across the country. Capitec is committed to simplicity, transparency, and exceptional service, focusing on delivering value through digital innovation and customer-focused products. The organization values diversity and invests significantly in developing its people to maintain its reputation as a progressive employer in the banking industry.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should follow the application process outlined by Capitec Bank:

1. Complete a short assessment to learn more about life at Capitec Bank
2. Finalize your application through the official careers portal

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