Job Description

Job Purpose

We're looking for a skilled Software Development Team Leader who enjoys writing code and building great software -- while also stepping up to lead, mentor, and guide a team of developers. This is a dual role, typically split 60-70% hands-on development and 30-40% team leadership, ideal for someone who wants to stay technically sharp while taking on people and delivery responsibilities. You'll contribute directly to the team's output while also being responsible for coaching team members, supporting career growth, and helping drive successful delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Contribution (60-70%)


Contribute actively to the team's coding work -- writing, reviewing, and testing code Participate in architecture discussions and technical design sessions Advocate for best practices in software development, testing, and delivery Help evaluate and introduce new tools, technologies, or patterns as needed

Team Leadership & Supervision (30-40%)



Line Management


Provide direct line management to 6-9 software developers Run regular 1:1s focused on mentorship, coaching, and wellbeing Conduct performance evaluations, including mid-year and annual reviews

Resource Planning & Delivery Oversight


Plan and assign work based on team capacity and project priorities Drive delivery against goals and deadlines, escalating blockers as needed Ensure a balanced workload and support a sustainable delivery pace

Hiring & Onboarding


Contribute to hiring by screening, interviewing, and selecting candidates Support onboarding of new developers, ensuring they integrate smoothly

Culture & Continuous Improvement


Foster a positive, collaborative, and inclusive team environment Lead by example in communication, accountability, and ownership Identify opportunities to improve how the team works and delivers

Competencies

Experience leading or mentoring others in a team environment Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Education

Matric - Essential

Experience

Solid understanding of Agile workflows, CI/CD, and modern dev practices * Strong hands-on coding ability in [relevant technologies]