Development Tech Lead

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Permanent

COMPANY:

An international software development and consulting company

LOCATION:

Johannesburg (Hybrid working model, however during the probation period - onsite work required)

JOB OVERVIEW:

This successful applicant for this role will contribute actively to development/ customer projects as a Development manager to build and grow the Johannesburg Team and drive service delivery. This involves code reviews, and coaching of team staff (Senior, Junior, and Intern developers).

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

• Fully responsible for the development department (line management) and the project portfolio (from development perspective)
• Verify the following planning together with the project manager/service coordinator:
  • Demand Planning
  • Delivery Planning (new Versions etc.)
  • Budget Planning in terms of Resources (e.g 1000 MD for next year)

• Regular clarification with project teams about the project plan and state/scope of the project
• Responsible for Development Estimations in the project together with development leads in all phases of the Software development lifecycle
• Execute project staffing/demand planning
• Execute Development Review on crucial topics and ensure that Development Review is executed by Seniors and Unit Tests are created.
• First Contact partner for Support (Maintenance) in case of SLA issues inside office time
• Review estimation (Time Spent, Remaining Time)
• Reviewing the work of developers assigned to a specific project in case of performance-related escalations
• Provide a knowledge base & support for developers assigned to a specific project (KickOff, OnGoing)
• Responsible for the development of concrete project topics, features, and high-priority issues. 
• Communication partner/ Interface for Quality Assurance and Consultants for tests, issues and questions
• Controlling/reporting department KPIs (e.g. time bookings) and project state
• General Team Management (line management duties such as workforce management, controlling, etc) incl. recruitment and development of training and onboarding plans.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Programming languages

• Java
• Javascript / SAP | Open UI5
• Java tools and frameworks
• Eclipse
• Maven
• Spring
• SVN (GIT)
• Junit
• Web services
• SQL
• Vaadin/GWT
• JPA
• Swing
• CI (Jenkins, Nexus)

Operating Systems

• Windows
• Unix

Application Server / Servlet Container

• SAP Netweaver AS Java
• Tomcat
• Database
• Oracle
• SAP HANA
• SQL Server
• Derby
• Firebird

Soft skills

• Communication & networking capabilities
• Presentation skills
  
• Analytical capabilities
• Methodical approach to problem-solving
• Consulting / Advisory competencies
• Writing Skills (specification/documentation)
• Organizational skills to work independently and efficiently
• Self-motivation
• Excellent time management skills
• Passionate about teaching, mentoring and upskilling young developers

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Completed relevant degree/tertiary education 

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in cloud-based software development.
• 10+ years experience as a Senior developer
• Experience in mentoring Junior developers
• At least 2-3 years experience in a management role

ADVANTAGEOUS SKILLS:

• Experience in an E-commerce environment
• Retail experience

**Please note: If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.