About the position
Upper Highway - Are you a hands-on tech leader who leads by doing? Our client is searching for a driven, energetic Software & Applications Team Lead who thrives in a tight-knit, family-style team.
Our client, a fast-growing applications developer, is seeking a high-energy, hands-on Software & Applications Team Lead who loves rolling up their sleeves and leading from the front.
You won’t be stuck behind a desk managing from a distance, you’ll code, mentor a passionate team, and take ownership of exciting projects from idea through to delivery, playing a key role in driving innovation and growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical leadership to a small development team
- Conduct code reviews, pair programming, and skills development
- Support and guide developers with day-to-day technical challenges
- Design, build, and maintain Python 3 backend services
- Develop and maintain Flutter/Dart mobile applications
- Maintain and improve existing web platforms (PHP, React, NestJS or similar)
- Manage and optimise MariaDB/MySQL databases
- Manage Linux servers (Ubuntu/OpenSUSE)
- Configure and optimise Nginx routing and performance
- Work with TCP/IP networking fundamentals and system integrations
- Drive new ideas, including AI-powered features and system enhancements
- Improve performance, reliability, and scalability across platforms
- Take full ownership of software projects from planning through to delivery
- Coordinate with external vendors and internal stakeholders
- Ensure high-quality, on-time delivery of solutions
Attributes
- Proven experience leading developers or technical projects
- Hands-on, self-driven, and accountable
- Highly motivated, energetic, and proactive
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Passion for innovation and emerging technologies
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science (or equivalent experience)
- Demonstrable portfolio of completed projects
Requirements
- Strong experience in Flutter/Dart and Python 3
- Solid knowledge of MariaDB/MySQL
- Experience with Linux environments
- Exposure to NestJS, React, PHP, or similar frameworks
- Comfortable using Git (GitHub/GitLab)
- License and Own Vehicle
- Matric
- 7+ years’ relevant experience preferred
Remuneration
R50 000 - R75 000 Depending on experience
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted**
Desired Skills:
- Phython3
- Maria DB
- Linux
- Flutter/Dart
- Hardware Telemetry
- Software & Applications
- Information Technology
