Overview
Software Development Manager Jobs in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Software Development Manager
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Recruiter:
People Source
Job Ref:
smc
Date posted:
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa
Salary:
negotiable
SUMMARY:
Software Development Manager
POSITION INFO:
Role Summary
The Development Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the development function, ensuring delivery stability, technical quality, and alignment with business and client requirements.
The role requires a balance of people management, operational oversight, and sufficient technical depth to guide and support the development team when required.
Experience – Minimum Requirements:
- 8–10+ years in software development
- 3–5+ years in a management or leadership role
- Experience within the short-term insurance industry (preferred/strongly preferred)
- Proven experience managing development teams in a delivery-driven environment
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle, release processes, and production risk management
- Ability to engage at a technical level (code reviews, problem-solving, architecture discussions)