Software Delivery Lead

A leading premium software provider providing cutting edge global solutions is in search of a **Software Delivery Lead** who will be responsible to lead a cross-functional team in the delivery of complex product and system development projects.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- To succeed with this, you will be required to plan, coordinate and lead activities across the full delivery lifecycle. You will also be responsible for supporting the performance and growth of each Team Member’s career through mentoring and coaching.
- Responsible for each phase of the product or project life cycle, end to end from inception, growth, maturity to decline. Where applicable this includes inception, requirement, analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, infrastructure, capacity, performance, support, monitoring and decommissioning as required.
- Align development roadmaps with business, clients(internal and external) and technology through collaboration with multiple Team Members.
- Manage issues with appropriate urgency which includes resolution and communication with stakeholders in conjunction with the support/post-deployment process.
- Prioritise and plan backlogs/demand pipelines and product roadmaps.
- Define, track and measure product Business Benefits Realisation as appropriate to your product development space.
- Maintain technical understanding and in-depth product as well as general group product and system knowledge.
- Align objectives and activities to the broader strategic needs of the Team and organisation.
- Customer orientation. Responsible for creating and properly grating a customer-oriented attitude within the Team whilst identifying and understanding the needs of all customers and managing their expectations.
- Facilitate an understanding of competitor analysis and market research to identify areas of opportunity and risk associated with the product.
- Align with other product Teams as required to achieve objectives.
- Consistent, clear, and regular communication with key internal and external stakeholders.
- Integrate the Team and department processes and procedures effectively with companywide processes and procedures.
- Lead direct and indirect reports for the successful management of the allocated product (i.e. seconded Team Members)Ensure that the cross-functional Team is aligned with the company’s strategy and working towards achieving the strategy.
- Ensure that the Team is appropriately resourced and members are equipped with the requisite skills required for both current and future projects.
- Support and/or develop a training and career development plan for each Team Member.
- Collaboratively work with Team Members to set performance goals and measures.
- Conduct regular performance discussions with the Team to facilitate a culture of growth.
- Facilitate mentoring and coaching as required.
- Oversee all aspects of the Team by facilitating and resolving issues through effective problem-solving and communication skills.
- Maintain a current and future skill matrix for the Team.
- Create a culture for Teams that are aligned with the platforms values.

**Competencies**:

- At least 10 years in a technical role within the IT industry
- At least 3-5 years of experience managing or leading software development teams
- Experience in facilitating timely product/project delivery
- Detailed knowledge of the SLDC and management of software projects
- Driven to achieve results
- Excellent communication skills; listening, comprehension, and feedback; written & verbal
- Solution-orientated and client-focused
- A passion for doing high quality work
- The ability to think critically, innovate, and solve challenging technical problems
- High attention to detail
- Effective time management and logical decision-making ability
- Being able to self-start and self-motivate when there is no one available to provide instruction
- Capacity to handle pressure
- Strong work ethic, and the ability to handle peak work times
- Mental and emotional fitness

**Technologies**:

- React JS
- React Native
- Javascript
- Typescript
- CSS
- HTML

**Benefits**
- Provident fund
- Performance bonus
- Working on world-class solutions
- Flexibility hybrid model with 2 days in office between 10am and 2pm
- Career development (unlimited skills training and certifications)
- Great work culture and ethics and supportive working environment

If you think you meet these requirements then please do apply.

Goodluck,

The Invigor8 Team :)

**Salary**: R80,000.00 - R90,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

- Do you have at least 3-5 years experience in managing or leading software development teams?
- Do you have an understanding of the SLDC and management of software projects?
- Do you have at least 10 years experience within the IT industry