Overview
Technical Manager – Application Development Jobs in Cape Town at Cyberpro Consulting
Job Information
Date Opened
05/21/2026
Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Retail
City
Cape Town
State/Province
Western Cape
Country
South Africa
Zip/Postal Code
7100
Job Description
We are looking for a Technical Manager – Application Development with a strong digital focus to lead the development of cutting-edge applications and digital platforms. The successful candidate will guide a team of developers and architects to deliver solutions that drive digital transformation, enhance customer experiences, and support business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a team of developers and technical specialists working on digital platforms, enterprise applications, and omnichannel solutions.
- Oversee the design, development, and delivery of scalable, innovative digital applications that enhance operations and customer engagement.
- Drive adoption of modern technologies, frameworks, and cloud-based solutions.
- Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to define digital roadmaps, application architectures, and solution designs.
- Ensure development best practices, Agile methodologies, and DevOps principles are implemented effectively.
- Monitor application performance, identify opportunities for optimization, and ensure security and compliance standards are met.
- Champion digital innovation and continuous improvement across Application Development.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; a Master’s degree will be advantageous.
- Minimum 8 years’ experience in application development, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
- Strong experience in digital platforms, e-commerce, enterprise systems, and cloud-based applications.
- Expertise in modern programming languages, frameworks, APIs, and integration with enterprise systems.
- Proven ability to deliver complex digital solutions and lead high-performing technical teams.
- Strong understanding of SDLC, Agile methodologies, DevOps, and digital transformation initiatives.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience within retail or FMCG digital transformation environments.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure, as well as microservices architecture.
- Exposure to SAP, ERP, or omnichannel platforms.
- Passion for driving innovation, digital adoption, and enhancing customer experiences.
Title: Technical Manager – Application Development
Company: Cyberpro Consulting
Location: Cape Town