5,517 Backend Engineering jobs in South Africa

Description
At Amazon Web Services (AWS) we work hard, play hard and make history. We believe that work should be a fun place where you can hone your natural talents. We believe in people taking Ownership of their space, and driving initiatives with all their creativity to Deliver Results for our Customers. If this sounds like the place you would like to work, send us your resume/CV. You will be surrounded by people who are smart and passionate about cloud computing and supporting our customers.

We are looking for good people who love developing elegant solutions to solve hard problems to delight our customers. At Amazon, you'll learn new things and learn new perspectives.

When we say "working at scale" we really mean it. AWS Customers are continuing to leverage AWS Services for applications ranging from exploratory to targeted innovative solutions to business-critical systems. A key deciding factors for our customers in choosing AWS is the quality and reliability of the support they expect. Kumo is our software engineering organization that helps us scale our support capabilities. Kumo engineers build technology so our customers can make the best of their investment in AWS, and have world-class support along the way. Kumo engineers work on a range of interesting challenges, like (a) providing timely and personalized information about availability of AWS resources, (b) self-service ways to solve problems in using AWS resources, and (c) efficient case management for fast and complete resolution of cases. Kumo engineers leverage the latest AWS technologies, extensive set of Amazon/AWS tools and frameworks, and rely on a diverse, experienced and talented peer group to solve the challenges.

The Kumo Organization will provide you the opportunity to contribute to the complete vertical stack of a service-oriented architecture based system, which is horizontally connected to most systems in the larger Amazon ecosystem. We code mostly in Java, JavaScript and Python, and build on technologies powering the web such as Angular, Node and ElasticSearch as well as a broad range of in-house Amazon Cloud technologies and native AWS technologies, such as Lambda and DynamoDB.

AWS Sales, Marketing, and Global Services (SMGS) is responsible for driving revenue, adoption, and growth from the largest and fastest growing small- and mid-market accounts to enterprise-level customers including public sector.

Amazon knows that a diverse, inclusive culture empowers us all to deliver the best results for our customers. We celebrate diversity in our workforce and in the ways we work. As part of our inclusive culture, we offer accommodations during the interview and onboarding process. If you'd like to discuss your accommodation options, please contact your recruiter, who will partner you with the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT). You may also contact ACAT directly by emailing acat- We want all Amazonians to have the best possible Day 1 experience. If you've already completed the interview process, you can contact ACAT for accommodation support before you start to ensure all your needs are met Day 1.

Key job responsibilities

In This Role You Will

• Write high-quality, efficient, testable code in Java and other object-oriented languages.
• Build highly available, secure, distributed systems in microservices, container, and distributed cluster-compute architectures.
• Collaborate with some of the best engineers in the industry to work on some of the most complex challenges in large-scale computing.
• Own and operate the systems that you build based on real-time customer data and demanding service-level agreements.
• Contribute to planning, design, implementation, testing, operations, and process improvement as a member of a Scrum team.
• Play an instrumental role in defining the system architecture, own and implement specific components, and help shape the overall user experience.

You must insist on the highest standards for quality, maintainability, security, and performance as you will ensure that engineering best practices are followed and that software is designed to be highly available, dynamically scalable, and resilient to continuity threats. You are a person with a commitment to team work and who enjoys working on new technology, is customer obsessed, and thrives on the challenge of building something new that will eventually operate at world-wide scale.

A day in the life

AWS Global Services includes experts from across AWS who help our customers design, build, operate, and secure their cloud environments. Customers innovate with AWS Professional Services, upskill with AWS Training and Certification, optimize with AWS Support and Managed Services, and meet objectives with AWS Security Assurance Services. Our expertise and emerging technologies include AWS Partners, AWS Sovereign Cloud, AWS International Product, and the Generative AI Innovation Center. You'll join a diverse team of technical experts in dozens of countries who help customers achieve more with the AWS cloud.

About The Team
AWS Global Services

AWS Global Services includes experts from across AWS who help our customers design, build, operate, and secure their cloud environments. Customers innovate with AWS Professional Services, upskill with AWS Training and Certification, optimize with AWS Support and Managed Services, and meet objectives with AWS Security Assurance Services. Our expertise and emerging technologies include AWS Partners, AWS Sovereign Cloud, AWS International Product, and the Generative AI Innovation Center. You'll join a diverse team of technical experts in dozens of countries who help customers achieve more with the AWS cloud.

Diverse Experiences

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Inclusive Team Culture

AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.

Mentorship & Career Growth

We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Work/Life Balance

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve.

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience
• Experience building complex software systems that have been successfully delivered to customers
• Experience contributing to the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and current systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent, or 5+ years of computer science fundamentals (object-oriented design, data structures, algorithm design, problem solving and complexity analysis) experience

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer, and we value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. Amazon is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. Amazon requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Company
- Amazon Development Centre (South Africa) (Proprietary) Limited

Job ID: A

Overview

Our client is looking for a Technical Delivery Manager to provide strategic technical direction and manage multiple technical teams responsible for delivering the full product lifecycle—from concept and development through to support and maintenance. This role is critical in driving efficiency, optimisation, innovation, and continuous development across technical environments. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in software development management, stakeholder engagement, and agile practices.

• Provide strategic direction and leadership across multiple technical teams.
• Drive the design, delivery, and support of all features and functionality within the product scope.
• Manage the full technical delivery lifecycle, ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability.
• Oversee the planning and execution of projects aligned to product roadmaps.
• Engage with key business and technical stakeholders to ensure alignment on priorities, timelines, and goals.
• Manage team resourcing, development, coaching, and performance.
• Continuously optimise systems, team workflows, and development processes.
• Ensure effective budgeting, cost control, and resource allocation.
• Promote innovation and the adoption of emerging technologies and practices.

• Minimum: 5+ years of experience in software development management .
• Proven experience in leading and working in agile development environments.
• Crafting roadmaps and driving long-term technical strategies.
• Budget management and resource allocation.
• Applying technical knowledge to guide and support software development teams.
• Managing deliverables and setting priorities within fast-paced environments.
• Communicating and collaborating with a range of business and technical stakeholders.
• Leading with influence across multiple business areas.

• Bachelor's Degree in Commerce or Information Technology (Computer Science or related field)

• Honours Degree in Commerce or Information Technology (Computer Science or related field)

• Required: Deep understanding of product-specific functional domains (e.g., Credit or App); strong people management and leadership capabilities; stakeholder engagement and relationship management; budgeting and accounting fundamentals; business analysis and solution design techniques; project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, etc.); end-to-end understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) .
• Preferred: Experience within the banking or collections industry; exposure to banking systems and business model; knowledge of Agile development principles and frameworks.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Information Technology
• Industries: Software Development

Note: This description focuses on the Technical Delivery Manager role and its core requirements. Other job listings and location snippets previously present have been removed to maintain clarity and relevance.

Direct message the job poster from Smart4 Energy

Our client based in Midrand is seeking the expertise of an Application Dev Manager

• Oversee all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including planning, organizing, monitoring, and delivery.
• Manage both the development of new strategic applications and the maintenance of existing systems.
• Facilitate regular discussions between business stakeholders and project teams to align on priorities and reach consensus.
• Serve as the technical owner for a portfolio of applications, ensuring their ongoing alignment with business needs.
• Maintain strong working relationships with business units to ensure technical solutions support broader business objectives.
• Lead and coordinate projects or programs within the application area of responsibility.
• Ensure applications evolve to meet changing client or business requirements over time.
• Develop or improve operational processes to support application performance and service delivery.
• Manage vendor relationships, including service delivery and commercial agreements.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and performance management for direct reports, including skill development and goal setting.
• Support the development of IT and business strategies.
• Promote continuous improvement in processes and operational practices within the team.
• Ensure security considerations are embedded in all technical solutions and operations.
• Oversee audit, risk, and compliance activities to meet internal and external regulatory requirements.

• Agile or equivalent contemporary development methodology certification
• ITIL or equivalent certification
• Demonstrated experience in managing scrum team

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Information Technology

Overview

Job title : Software Development Manager

Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Deadline : October 16, 2025

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Skill Set

• Software Development
• Leadership
• Reporting
• Responsibilities

• Strategy, objectives and execution
  • Create, agree and execute software development road maps and operational strategy for projects coming into the business in collaboration with respective team members through proper documentation, communication and execution.
  • Build effective customer centric relationships through measurements of performance and usage and engagement and involvement with customers by creating clear visibility through strategies and roadmaps.
  • Sets and achieves efficient delivery objectives of their teams by ensuring individual and team strategy with clear and measurable objectives that align with organizational goals.
  • Hold team accountable through road maps and individual performance contracts through consistent communication of delivery milestones.
  • Accountable for articulating, monitoring, reporting and achieving realization.
  • Development of longer-term strategic thinking incorporating demand forecasting for product or future projects.
  • Utilization of data metrics in order to make data driven decisions.
• Knowledge management
  • Identifies and responds to situation / organizational / market requirements by creating a culture of innovation and opportunity identification by team.
  • Facilitates Change Management due to changing situational requirements e.g., restructure changes or adoption of new technologies.
  • Supports and aligns standards across BET by allocating agreed commitments to strategy / roadmap communication and implementation.
  • Maintains product(s) knowledge as well as general product knowledge by being able to represent your product strategy in detail.
  • Ensure the established procedures and processes are accurately documented, communicated, implemented, and agreed with product and / or project teams.
  • Acts as escalation point for issues and ensures effective communication and resolution activities are in place.
• Stakeholder management
  • Effectively liaise and communicate with both internal and external key stakeholders at senior level to manage day to day issues, escalations, and expectations.
  • Ensure all operational communication with customers / partners are documented and effectively circulated to stakeholders making use of collaborative tools.
  • Engage with executive members or equivalent at customers / partners to ensure collaboration at all levels.
  • Engage with the wider business and if needed hold strategic knowledge sharing sessions.
  • Maintain and facilitate strategic stakeholder and communication analysis.
• Behavioral outputs : Talent Management
  • Ensure that the team members are equipped with the requisite skills for both current and future projects facilitating a career and training development plan for each team member.
  • Provide and facilitate mentoring and coaching by driving knowledge sharing.
  • Creates a culture that is aligned to the platform ‘’Be a good citizen’’ mantra, where respect, openness, and integrity are the foundation for a culture that cultivates, creates and executes our vision.
  • Succession planning and key man reliance – ensuring the right people are in the right roles and being developed accordingly, ensuring business continuity through minimizing key man reliance.
  • Talent acquisition, ensuring that we are committed to hiring the best quality people for optimal achievement of results.
  • Ensure business continuity through minimizing key man reliance.
• Adaptably resilient
  • Adapts to change and is open to new ideas and willing to take on new responsibilities.
  • Able to handle pressure and can effectively adjust plans to meet changing needs / demands.
  • Changes his / her interpersonal style and approach based on the circumstances.
  • Adapts behaviour to maintain cooperative relationships with others.
  • Accepts changes to task, plans and procedures in order to align with strategic direction of the organization and appropriately adjusts behaviour and activities to changing conditions.
  • Maintains a positive attitude in the face of change.
• Decision making quality
  • Makes confident, timely, fact-based decisions drawing on a broad range of resources through collaboration with others.
  • Ensures others understand the decision before moving forward.
  • Consider short- and long-term implications of the decision.
  • Able to logically defend and explain judgements and decisions.
  • Takes steps to accurately define the problem before seeking a solution.
  • Bases decisions and evaluations on a careful and systematic review of relevant facts and information.
• Develops talent
  • Collaboratively works with the leads to set performance goals and measures.
  • Ensures performance measures are clear, measurable, and achievable.
  • Ensures consistency of expectations across teams.
  • Gives regular structured feedback to teams and seconded members.
  • Ensure that the team members are equipped with the requisite skill sets required for both current and future projects by developing a training and career development plan.
  • Maintain a current and future skill matrix.
  • Have training and development plans in place and ensure execution of the plan.
  • Encourage and build a culture of innovation and collaboration.
  • Create a culture for teams that are aligned to the platforms and BET values.
• Resourceful and improving
  • Generates new ideas and challenges the status quo, takes risk, supports change and encourages innovation.
  • Searches for opportunity to create new ideas and innovate or improve efficiencies wherever possible.
  • Solves problems through questioning the status quo.

Job Specification :

• At least 3-5 years’ experience managing software development teams and leads.
• At least 6 years in a technical role within the IT software development industry.
• Prior experience ensuring timely project delivery.
• Provide technical and architectural guidance to development team.
• Ensure development standards and development SDLC is adhered to by the development team.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced growing environment.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Reporting skills at Senior Management level.
• Prior stakeholder and team lead management

• Encourage open communication and collaboration among team members.
• Foster an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued.
• Recognise and celebrate team achievements and success
• Encourage a culture of innovation and experimentation within the team.
• Emphasise the importance of continuous learning and personal growth.
• Encourage team members to explore new technologies, tools, and methodologies.
• Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth and learning
• Create a culture where team members feel empowered to voice their ideas and opinions.
• Promote a "raise your hand" mentality where team members feel comfortable seeking help, sharing insights, or suggesting improvements.
• Lead by example and demonstrate authenticity in your interactions with team members.
• Create a safe space for honest feedback and constructive criticism.
• Value authenticity over conformity and encourage team members to express their true selves.
• Provide opportunities for skill development, training, and career growth for team leads and members.
• Offer mentorship and guidance to support the career aspirations of team members.

10 / 16 / 2025

Categories: ICT jobs

Head of Software Development to lead and evolve our enterprise software delivery function. This role is pivotal to building scalable, secure, and innovative software systems that support our strategic goals and drive real business impact. As a senior leader, you’ll lead multiple agile software delivery teams, drive the adoption of fit-for-purpose frameworks, and cultivate a high-performance culture that values technical excellence, agility, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities :

• Attract, recruit, and retain top software development talent with the skills to meet PPL’s evolving technology and business needs
• Build and nurture high-performance, self-organising teams by setting clear expectations, defining team purpose, and promoting continuous learning
• Provide strategic direction, mentorship, and hands-on coaching to drive excellence in team delivery and personal growth
• Develop succession planning and manage individual development plans to minimise knowledge concentration risks
• Cultivate a psychologically safe and inclusive work environment that values diversity, transparency, and emotional intelligence
• Address performance concerns constructively and manage disciplinary processes where necessary, in collaboration with People Support

• Drive the delivery of scalable, maintainable, and secure software systems that meet business objectives and architectural standards
• Ensure adoption of Agile practices, with a strong emphasis on continuous integration, test automation, and built-in quality frameworks
• Champion the use of metrics to assess software quality, delivery velocity, and team health—enabling early identification of issues and opportunities for improvement
• Oversee technical design reviews, code quality assessments, and best practice alignment across all development teams
• Encourage innovation through technical experimentation while maintaining the stability and integrity of the production environment
• Ensure all software changes are tested, reviewed, and deployed in compliance with regulatory and internal risk management guidelines

• Translate business strategy into actionable development goals and long-term delivery plans in collaboration with Product and Architecture leads
• Actively participate in strategic planning forums and ensure software development priorities support the broader mission of the organisation
• Ensure software delivery initiatives contribute measurable value to business KPIs, including customer experience, operational efficiency, and digital transformation
• Align technology capabilities with evolving customer and market demands, ensuring that development efforts stay relevant and impactful

• Define, govern, and continuously improve the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring it is pragmatic, scalable, and fit for PPL’s delivery environment
• Lead the implementation and evolution of Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban across teams, promoting standardisation without stifling contextual flexibility
• Monitor adherence to delivery processes, facilitating retrospectives, process audits, and continuous improvement cycles to boost productivity and predictability
• Design visibility mechanisms like dashboards and information radiators to ensure clear reporting and accountability
• Align delivery processes with compliance, data protection, and audit requirements

• Foster a culture of open and honest communication within teams and with business stakeholders
• Maintain transparency on project progress, risks, dependencies, and team capacity using clear visual management tools and performance dashboards
• Establish mechanisms for regular updates to executives, including milestone tracking, delivery forecasts, and retrospectives
• Create an environment where innovation, experimentation, and constructive failure are encouraged as learning opportunities
• Ensure that team goals and outcomes are clearly aligned and communicated across functions

• Lead the strategic sourcing, onboarding, and management of external development partners and contractors to supplement in-house capability
• Negotiate and maintain service level agreements (SLAs), ensuring vendors deliver on scope, quality, and time commitments
• Oversee the software delivery budget (annual and 3-year plans), ensuring effective cost management and ROI on technology investments
• Monitor vendor performance, mitigate delivery risks, and take corrective actions where contractual obligations are not met

Overview

We have an amazing opportunity for a Software Development Manager in Centurion!

We require a candidate with :

• Degree or Diploma
• Software development certification from Microsoft (MCTS / MCSD)
• A solid / proven 5 years hands on experience with c# / .net and .net Core.
• Design, development and implementation of n-layered software architecture employing layers : WebAPI (Json) / Business layer and Data Access Layer – using MYSQL and SQL in the database persistence layer.
• Track record of managing / mentoring and guiding other developers as a tech lead / team lead.
• Working knowledge of both Angular JS and Angular frameworks.
• Exposure to Integration making use of traditional SOAP Web Services an advantage.
• Exposure to and hands on experience with Microsoft SSRS.
• Proven understanding / experience of security / authorization implementations using OAuth.
• Working knowledge / hands on experience of PHP an advantage as well as exposure to CronJobs.

Reference: JHB -NL-2
A leading cash management company based in Houghton is urgently looking for a Software Development Manager to be responsible for developing a technology development strategy that supports the company’s objectives and technology strategy. The manager will be accountable for the delivery of complex solutions and lead a team of developers who design, develop, test, and document applications.

In order to be considered, the following is required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline required
• Certification in relevant Enterprise Architecture or Technology frameworks and methodologies (Advantageous)
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of advanced ICT project management principles (e.g. Agile, Waterfall)
• Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Strong technical background in applications, processes, software, and equipment or technical management experience
• 8 years’ experience in software development, which includes:
• 5 years of senior management experience
• 3 years managing projects in a technology environment
• Significant experience in the design of bespoke software solutions at both architectural and implementation levels

• Support technology strategy and innovation
• Planning and organisation
• Execute analysis and design activities
• Technical implementation within own area
• Quality management
• Risk management
• Reporting
• Vendor management
• Stakeholder and customer engagement
• Finance
• Leadership and people management
• Lead as an ambassador and executor of change
• Drive the organisation culture

If you would like to email your CV directly, please send it to or contact .

Plus Medical Aid, Pension, Risk Benefits, Disability, Funeral Cover, 13th Cheque for non-management roles.