Explore team lead opportunities across South Africa. These roles involve guiding and motivating teams to achieve project goals, requiring strong leadership and communication skills. Team leads often work in various sectors, from technology and finance to healthcare and retail, making it a versatile career path.

Job seekers can expect to manage team performance, provide feedback, and facilitate collaboration. The position demands a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to adapt to changing priorities. Team lead positions are available in major cities and smaller towns, offering diverse work environments.

Candidates should possess experience in team management, project coordination, and stakeholder communication. A background in a related field is beneficial, along with a proven track record of successful team leadership. These roles present a chance to grow professionally and make a significant impact on organizational success.

What People Ask

Team leads typically manage team performance, provide feedback, and ensure projects are completed on time. They also facilitate communication and collaboration within the team. They often act as a point of contact between the team and upper management.

Successful team leads need strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. They should be able to motivate their team and manage conflict effectively. Experience in project management is also beneficial.

The expected salary range for a team lead in South Africa is between ZAR 300,000 to ZAR 700,000 per year. This can vary based on experience, industry, and location. Compensation packages may include benefits and bonuses.

A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is often required, along with several years of experience in a related role. Proven experience in team management and project coordination is also beneficial. Some employers may prefer candidates with a master's degree.

Top employers for team lead roles in South Africa include companies like Standard Bank, Vodacom, and Deloitte. These companies often have various team lead positions across different departments. They are known for their strong management structures.

Industry

View All Team Lead Jobs

6,962 Team Lead jobs in South Africa

Software Lead, Software Development

Western Cape, Western Cape Hexagon AB

Posted 6 days ago

Tap Again To Close

Job Description

workfromhome

Responsibilities

Hexagon’s Asset Lifecycle Intelligence division (Hexagon) is looking for an experienced Software Lead to join the j5 Product Team. This position requires individuals to provide technical leadership for a variety of programming assignments and plan and conduct development projects.

We work on challenging problems that are satisfying to solve and use a complex ecosystem of tools, technologies and systems offering good learning and development opportunities across a variety of domains.

Our team is smart, genuine, friendly and hard-working and we offer a collaborative working environment where everyone has a chance to share their ideas and contribute. We have a flexible, hybrid working model and appreciate the balance of a great office and home convenience. Lunch is offered in-office on Tuesdays and Thursdays and is a great chance to connect in-person and stay in touch.

The design, planning and implementation of epic-level projects, and ensuring that their team delivers them by the negotiated date with high quality.
Leading and implementing large, challenging feature sets through fast, accurate and reliable development, exercising sound judgement during project execution.
Provides technical leadership to teammates through coaching and mentorship in a broad area of expertise including contributing to high quality team software standards by establishing good practices and habits.
Contributes to internal engineering processes and tasks by recommending new technologies to ensure quality and productivity.
Recommends adjustments to resolve software issues, improve the functionality of existing software, and ensure that the design, application, and maintenance of software meets quality standards.
Uses strong, effective communication skills to work closely with cross-functional team members, product owners, and other product stakeholders to develop applications that meet customer needs.

Education / Qualifications

A degree in Computer Science or Electrical and Computer Engineering (or similar) is preferable, with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
Experience in building and operating cloud-native applications and microservices is strongly preferred, ideally with experience in Kubernetes and IaC tools such as Terraform. This role includes full-stack development. Familiarity with Python and React is also preferred.

About Hexagon

Hexagon is a global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software and autonomous technologies. We are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, quality and safety across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, public sector, and mobility applications.

Hexagon’s Asset Lifecycle Intelligence division helps clients design, construct, and operate more profitable, safe, and sustainable industrial facilities. We empower customers to unlock data, accelerate industrial project modernization and digital maturity, increase productivity, and move the sustainability needle.

Our technologies help produce actionable insights that enable better decision-making and intelligence across the asset lifecycle of industrial projects, leading to improvements in safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity, which contribute to Economic and Environmental Sustainability.

Hexagon (Nasdaq Stockholm: HEXA B) has approximately 25,000 employees in 50 countries and net sales of approximately 5.4bn EUR. Learn more at hexagon.com and follow us @HexagonAB.

Why work for Hexagon?

At Hexagon, if you can see it, you can do it. Hexagon’s Asset Lifecyle Intelligence division puts their trust in you so that you can bring your ideas to life. We have emerged as one of the most engaged and enabled workplaces. We are committed to creating an environment that is truly supportive by providing the resources you need to fully support your ambitions, no matter who you are or where you are in the world.

* In the recently concluded workplace effectiveness survey by Korn Ferry, a global HR advisory firm, Hexagon, Asset Lifecycle Intelligence division has emerged as one of the most Engaged and Enabled workplaces, when compared to similar organizations that Korn Ferry partners with.

Everyone is welcome

At Hexagon, we believe that diverse and inclusive teams are critical to the success of our people and our business. Everyone is welcome—as an inclusive workplace, we do not discriminate. In fact, we embrace differences and are fully committed to creating equal opportunities, an inclusive environment, and fairness for all. Respect is the cornerstone of how we operate, so speak up and be yourself. You are valued here.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.

Software lead, software development

Cape Town, Western Cape Hexagon AB

Posted today

Tap Again To Close

Job Description

permanent

Responsibilities Hexagon’s Asset Lifecycle Intelligence division (Hexagon) is looking for an experienced Software Lead to join the j5 Product Team. This position requires individuals to provide technical leadership for a variety of programming assignments and plan and conduct development projects. We work on challenging problems that are satisfying to solve and use a complex ecosystem of tools, technologies and systems offering good learning and development opportunities across a variety of domains. Our team is smart, genuine, friendly and hard-working and we offer a collaborative working environment where everyone has a chance to share their ideas and contribute. We have a flexible, hybrid working model and appreciate the balance of a great office and home convenience. Lunch is offered in-office on Tuesdays and Thursdays and is a great chance to connect in-person and stay in touch. The design, planning and implementation of epic-level projects, and ensuring that their team delivers them by the negotiated date with high quality. Leading and implementing large, challenging feature sets through fast, accurate and reliable development, exercising sound judgement during project execution. Provides technical leadership to teammates through coaching and mentorship in a broad area of expertise including contributing to high quality team software standards by establishing good practices and habits. Contributes to internal engineering processes and tasks by recommending new technologies to ensure quality and productivity. Recommends adjustments to resolve software issues, improve the functionality of existing software, and ensure that the design, application, and maintenance of software meets quality standards. Uses strong, effective communication skills to work closely with cross-functional team members, product owners, and other product stakeholders to develop applications that meet customer needs. Education / Qualifications A degree in Computer Science or Electrical and Computer Engineering (or similar) is preferable, with at least 5 years of relevant experience. Experience in building and operating cloud-native applications and microservices is strongly preferred, ideally with experience in Kubernetes and Ia C tools such as Terraform. This role includes full-stack development. Familiarity with Python and React is also preferred. About Hexagon Hexagon is a global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software and autonomous technologies. We are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, quality and safety across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, public sector, and mobility applications. Hexagon’s Asset Lifecycle Intelligence division helps clients design, construct, and operate more profitable, safe, and sustainable industrial facilities. We empower customers to unlock data, accelerate industrial project modernization and digital maturity, increase productivity, and move the sustainability needle. Our technologies help produce actionable insights that enable better decision-making and intelligence across the asset lifecycle of industrial projects, leading to improvements in safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity, which contribute to Economic and Environmental Sustainability. Hexagon (Nasdaq Stockholm: HEXA B) has approximately 25,000 employees in 50 countries and net sales of approximately 5.4bn EUR. Learn more at hexagon.com and follow AB. Why work for Hexagon? At Hexagon, if you can see it, you can do it. Hexagon’s Asset Lifecyle Intelligence division puts their trust in you so that you can bring your ideas to life. We have emerged as one of the most engaged and enabled workplaces. We are committed to creating an environment that is truly supportive by providing the resources you need to fully support your ambitions, no matter who you are or where you are in the world. * In the recently concluded workplace effectiveness survey by Korn Ferry, a global HR advisory firm, Hexagon, Asset Lifecycle Intelligence division has emerged as one of the most Engaged and Enabled workplaces, when compared to similar organizations that Korn Ferry partners with. Everyone is welcome At Hexagon, we believe that diverse and inclusive teams are critical to the success of our people and our business. Everyone is welcome—as an inclusive workplace, we do not discriminate. In fact, we embrace differences and are fully committed to creating equal opportunities, an inclusive environment, and fairness for all. Respect is the cornerstone of how we operate, so speak up and be yourself. You are valued here. #J-18808-Ljbffr

This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.

Software lead, software development

Western Cape, Western Cape Hexagon AB

Posted today

Tap Again To Close

Job Description

permanent

This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.

FE Software Development Team Lead

Cape Town, Western Cape ExecutivePlacements.com - The JOB Portal

Posted 19 days ago

Tap Again To Close

Job Description

Join to apply for the FE Software Development Team Lead role at ExecutivePlacements.com - The JOB Portal

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the FE Software Development Team Lead role at ExecutivePlacements.com - The JOB Portal

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

POSITION INFO:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated

Recruiter:

Deka Minas Pty Ltd

Job Ref:

Date posted:

Friday, May 16, 2025

Location:

Rosebank, South Africa

SUMMARY:

POSITION INFO:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Front-End Team Lead with deep expertise in React.js and API integrations to lead a team of front-end developers in building scalable, high-performance web applications. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about user experience, clean code, and modern frontend architecture.

As a Team Lead, you will not only contribute to the development of new features but also guide technical direction, mentor junior developers, and ensure that our web applications are performant, scalable, and robust. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including backend developers, designers, and product managers, to deliver high-impact solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the front-end development team, providing technical guidance, code reviews, and mentorship.
Architect, build, and maintain scalable React-based web applications.
Integrate and optimize communication with backend APIs for maximum performance and reliability.
Collaborate with design and product teams to implement intuitive and visually appealing user experiences.
Own and refine the front-end development roadmap, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Define and enforce best practices for front-end code quality, testing, and documentation.
Drive continuous improvement in front-end performance, scalability, and developer efficiency.
Stay current with emerging frontend trends, tools, and technologies and make recommendations for adoption.

Requirements:

5+ years of experience in front-end development.
3+ years of professional experience with React.js and TypeScript.
Proven experience leading or mentoring a front-end development team.
Expertise in integrating and working with backend APIs.
Real-world experience optimizing performance and bundle size.
Strong understanding of client-side state management (e.g., Redux, Zustand, or similar).
Hands-on experience with front-end testing tools such as Jest or alternatives.
Solid understanding of server-side vs. client-side rendering.
Strong grasp of software design principles and modern architecture patterns.
Experience building and maintaining web applications at scale.
Familiarity with agile methodologies and team collaboration tools.
Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Beneficial Skills:

Experience implementing internationalization (i18n).
Familiarity with Storybook.js or other UI documentation/testing tools.
Experience optimizing deployments over CDNs.
Deep knowledge of Webpack configuration and performance tuning.
Working experience with Next.js 13+.

Additional Information:

Please note that by submitting your personal information to Deka Minas, you freely consent to the processing of such data for the specific purpose of securing you either permanent or temporary employment. Deka Minas makes use of a POPIA-compliant database, and you have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your personal information at any time.

Seniority level

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type Full-time

Job function

Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Advertising Services

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at ExecutivePlacements.com - The JOB Portal by 2x

Get notified about new Software Engineering Team Lead jobs in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa .

Durbanville, Western Cape, South Africa 5 hours ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 weeks ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 weeks ago

Software Engineering Manager (Fulfilment Web)

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 4 weeks ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 months ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 days ago

Software Engineering Manager (Fulfilment Web)

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 4 weeks ago

Software Engineering Manager - Cross-platform C++ - Multipass

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 weeks ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 hours ago

Software Engineering Manager - Cross-platform C++ - Multipass

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 months ago

Software Engineering Manager - Cross-platform C++ - Multipass

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 1 month ago

Software Engineering Manager - Sustaining Engineering

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 months ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 1 day ago

Software Engineering Manager, Ubuntu Gaming

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 weeks ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 months ago

Software Platform Engineering Manager - Ubuntu for Next-Gen Silicon

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 months ago

Linux Enablement - Software Engineering Manager

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 weeks ago

Ubuntu Enablement - Software Engineering Manager

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 days ago

City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 weeks ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 days ago

City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 4 weeks ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.

Fe software development team lead

Cape Town, Western Cape ExecutivePlacements.com - The JOB Portal

Posted today

Tap Again To Close

Job Description

permanent

Join to apply for the FE Software Development Team Lead role at Executive Placements.com - The JOB Portal 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the FE Software Development Team Lead role at Executive Placements.com - The JOB Portal Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. POSITION INFO:We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Recruiter:Deka Minas Pty LtdJob Ref: Date posted:Friday, May 16, 2025Location:Rosebank, South AfricaSUMMARY:POSITION INFO:We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Front-End Team Lead with deep expertise in React.js and API integrations to lead a team of front-end developers in building scalable, high-performance web applications. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about user experience, clean code, and modern frontend architecture.As a Team Lead, you will not only contribute to the development of new features but also guide technical direction, mentor junior developers, and ensure that our web applications are performant, scalable, and robust. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including backend developers, designers, and product managers, to deliver high-impact solutions.Key Responsibilities:Lead the front-end development team, providing technical guidance, code reviews, and mentorship. Architect, build, and maintain scalable React-based web applications. Integrate and optimize communication with backend APIs for maximum performance and reliability. Collaborate with design and product teams to implement intuitive and visually appealing user experiences. Own and refine the front-end development roadmap, ensuring alignment with business goals. Define and enforce best practices for front-end code quality, testing, and documentation. Drive continuous improvement in front-end performance, scalability, and developer efficiency. Stay current with emerging frontend trends, tools, and technologies and make recommendations for adoption. Requirements:5+ years of experience in front-end development. 3+ years of professional experience with React.js and Type Script. Proven experience leading or mentoring a front-end development team. Expertise in integrating and working with backend APIs. Real-world experience optimizing performance and bundle size. Strong understanding of client-side state management (e.g., Redux, Zustand, or similar). Hands-on experience with front-end testing tools such as Jest or alternatives. Solid understanding of server-side vs. client-side rendering. Strong grasp of software design principles and modern architecture patterns. Experience building and maintaining web applications at scale. Familiarity with agile methodologies and team collaboration tools. Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills. Beneficial Skills:Experience implementing internationalization (i18n). Familiarity with Storybook.js or other UI documentation/testing tools. Experience optimizing deployments over CDNs. Deep knowledge of Webpack configuration and performance tuning. Working experience with Next.js 13+. Additional Information:Please note that by submitting your personal information to Deka Minas, you freely consent to the processing of such data for the specific purpose of securing you either permanent or temporary employment. Deka Minas makes use of a POPIA-compliant database, and you have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your personal information at any time.Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Advertising Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Executive Placements.com - The JOB Portal by 2x Get notified about new Software Engineering Team Lead jobs in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa . Durbanville, Western Cape, South Africa 5 hours ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 weeks ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 days ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 weeks ago Software Engineering Manager (Fulfilment Web) Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 4 weeks ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 months ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 days ago Software Engineering Manager (Fulfilment Web) Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 4 weeks ago Software Engineering Manager - Cross-platform C++ - Multipass Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 weeks ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 hours ago Software Engineering Manager - Cross-platform C++ - Multipass Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 months ago Software Engineering Manager - Cross-platform C++ - Multipass Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 1 month ago Software Engineering Manager - Sustaining Engineering Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 months ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 1 day ago Software Engineering Manager, Ubuntu Gaming Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 weeks ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 months ago Software Platform Engineering Manager - Ubuntu for Next-Gen Silicon Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 months ago Linux Enablement - Software Engineering Manager Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 weeks ago Ubuntu Enablement - Software Engineering Manager Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 1 week ago City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 days ago City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 weeks ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 days ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 days ago City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 4 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.

Technical Lead / Programmer - Software Development

Cape Town, Western Cape ExecutivePlacements.com - The JOB Portal

Posted 19 days ago

Tap Again To Close

Job Description

Technical Lead / Programmer - Software Development

Join to apply for the Technical Lead / Programmer - Software Development role at ExecutivePlacements.com - The JOB Portal

Technical Lead / Programmer - Software Development

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Technical Lead / Programmer - Software Development role at ExecutivePlacements.com - The JOB Portal

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

SUMMARY:

Technical Lead /Lead Programmer for Software in Property

Recruiter:

Emporium Human Capital

Job Ref:

POS25072b

Date posted:

Thursday, July 10, 2025

Location:

Helderberg, South Africa

Salary:

R80k - 90k per month + no benefits

SUMMARY:

Technical Lead /Lead Programmer for Software in Property

POSITION INFO:

Technical Lead Programmer – IT Property Software Development (POS25072)

Helderberg Area, CPT

R 80 000 to R 90 000 per month (No benefits)

PURPOSE OF JOB

We are seeking a Technical Lead who is hands-on with coding and architecture while also being an effective mentor and leader. Play a critical role in guiding our development team, ensuring high-quality code, scalable architecture, and efficient processes. Position requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and has a

passion for both people and technology.

REQUIREMENTS:

7+ years’ experience in software development with at least 2 years in Technical Leadership role

Proficiency in PHP, NodeJS.

Strong experience with SaaS architectures, microservices, and the AWS cloud platform.
Expertise in database design (SQL & NoSQL) and API development.
Solid understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code.
Experience leading code reviews, mentoring software developers, and setting and maintaining coding standards.
Ability to balance technical leadership with hands-on coding.
Experience with containerisation e.g. Docker
Knowledge of front-end frameworks (React, Vue.js, or Angular).
Prior experience in a SaaS environment.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership: Lead a team of developers, ensuring best practices in software
development, architecture, and deployment, especially on back-end of system
Hands-on Development: Write high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code when necessary, particularly for complex or high-impact features.
Architecture & Design: Define and oversee the system architecture, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and efficient.
Mentorship & Team Development: Guide and mentor junior and mid-level developers, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
Code Review & Quality Assurance: Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and ensure software quality through testing strategies.
Agile Development: Participate in agile processes, including sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives. Provide suggestions to improve processes.

Collaboration :

Work closely with product managers, product owners, scrummasters, ux

designers, solution architects, and other stakeholders to translate business requirements

into technical solutions.
Tech Stack & Innovation: Stay up to date with new technologies, suggesting and implementing improvements where applicable.

Closing Date: 9 May 2025

To apply for this position: Send MS Word format CV to and use POS25072 – Technical Lead/ Technical Programmer or POS25072 in the subject line

Seniority level

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type Full-time

Job function

Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Advertising Services

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at ExecutivePlacements.com - The JOB Portal by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Software Engineer Technical Lead” roles. Software Developer (Full Stack Developer)

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 weeks ago

Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa 2 days ago

Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa 1 day ago

Front-end Web Developer (CH1137) (FULLY REMOTE )

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 weeks ago

Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa 1 day ago

Strand, Western Cape, South Africa 2 weeks ago

Software Engineers (All Levels) (CH1129) Software Developer (Full Stack Developer)