Executive Head: Software Development -POS26234 Based: Bedfordview Salary: R1,5 m R1.8 per annum The successful candidate will likely be a seasoned architect-turned-executive who has moved past individual contribution and now finds professional satisfaction in systemic optimization . They should be as comfortable discussing "defect density" and "cloud cost-optimization" with their leads as they are discussing "business ROI" and "risk mitigation" with the Board. Role Core Identity The Executive Head acts as the technical visionary and operational anchor . This role is not just about writing code; it is about building the systemsand the teamsthat build the code. Primary Objective: Delivery of scalable, secure, and high-performance software aligned with corporate strategy. Dual Focus: Balancing Innovation (new tech, cloud maturity) with Governance (QA, POPIA compliance, risk mitigation). Methodological Pillars: Agile (Scrum) and DevOps. Required Qualifications & Experience This is a senior-tier position requiring a minimum of 15 combined years of experience. Education: Honors Degree (NQF 8) in Computer Science or Engineering. Leadership: At least 5 years in a formal leadership role; 10+ years in .NET SDLC management. Preferred: PMP certification, Cloud Architect certifications (AWS/Azure), and experience in highly regulated environments (Banking/Fintech). Technical Ecosystem The ideal candidate must be a polyglot leader comfortable in a complex, multi-stack environment: Back-End/Core: Deep expertise in .NET (C#) , Java, Python, and Node.js. Database/Web: SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Angular, Flutter, and Web APIs (JSON). Infrastructure/DevOps: Kubernetes (AKS/EKS) , Docker, Git, and Cloud Architecture (AWS/Azure). Specialized Knowledge: High Availability (HA) clustered environments and Financial Technology (Fintech) regulations. Behavioural Competencies Transformational Leadership: Moving the team through change and fostering an adaptive culture. Strategic Thinking: Evaluating how a technical choice today impacts the business 3 years from now. Responsible Leadership: A heavy emphasis on ethics, ownership, and safeguarding sensitive informationcritical for the South African regulatory landscape (POPIA). How to Apply