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Head of Software Engineering

2 weeks ago

Parktown North, Gauteng, South Africa Network IT Full time R1 200 000 - R3 600 000 per year
Reference: ITE007296-DEP-1

Are you a seasoned technology leader with a passion for modernising platforms and driving engineering excellence? Join a dynamic team as Head of Software Engineering and lead the transformation of mission-critical systems Duties & Responsibilities A leading organization is seeking a Head of Software Engineering to oversee all aspects of software development and QA across multiple platforms. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to lead technical delivery, modernise legacy systems, and implement Agile practices while mentoring cross-functional teams. You'll work closely with business and product stakeholders to align technology delivery with strategic objectives.

What's in it for you?
You'll shape the future of technology delivery, uplift SDLC governance, and introduce modern tools and processes to ensure scalability, resilience, and compliance across platforms.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and coach development teams across multiple technologies (Natural Adabas, C#, Java, Flutter, Delphi)
  • Manage and grow QA capability (manual and automated testing)
  • Implement modern SDLC processes, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps alignment
  • Drive modernisation of legacy systems and adoption of Azure-native services
  • Partner with product managers and scrum masters to ensure Agile delivery
  • Oversee architecture reviews, documentation, and version control standards
  • Align development efforts with business strategies and compliance goals
  • Ensure secure coding practices and audit readiness
  • Report on team performance, risks, and roadmap progression
Job Experience and Skills Required
Education:
  • Tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
Experience:
  • 6+ years in software development with leadership experience
  • Proven success in modernising legacy systems and improving platform stability
  • Experience delivering under Agile SCRUM with Jira or Azure Boards
  • Strong QA integration background (manual and automation testing strategies)
Preferred Certifications:
  • Cloud Architecture (Azure or AWS)
  • TOGAF or secure SDLC certifications
  • Knowledge of COBIT 2019, ISO 27001, or NIST frameworks
Technical Environment:
  • Languages: Natural/Adabas, Delphi, C#, Java, Dart (Flutter)
  • Databases: Sybase, MS SQL Server, PostgreSQL
  • Tools: GitHub, SonarQube, Azure DevOps, ComponentOne, Telerik
  • Hosting: On-prem, Citrix Cloud, Azure, AWS
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Frankie Deppe
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