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Standard Bank Group is one of Africa’s largest banking groups, offering a wide range of financial services across personal and business banking, corporate and investment banking, wealth management, and more. With a strong focus on innovation, technology, and positive societal impact, the Group is committed to driving Africa’s growth and creating real value for clients and communities.
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Johannesburg, South Africa
Standard Bank, founded in 1862, is one of South Africa's oldest and largest financial institutions. With its headquarters in Johannesburg, the bank plays a significant role in the African continent's economy. It offers a wide range of services, including personal and business banking, corporate and investment banking, wealth management, and more.
Standard Bank is known for its extensive branch network across South Africa and its presence in over 20 African countries. The bank’s commitment to innovation is evident in its digital banking solutions, which provide customers with convenient, secure ways to manage their finances.
Are you looking for IT jobs in South Africa 2025 today? then you might be interested in Lead, Software Engineering job at Standard Bank Group
Full Time
Deadline:
31 May 2025
Job Title
Lead, Software Engineering job at Standard Bank Group
Standard Bank Group
Job Description
The successful candidate will oversee the engineering practices across portfolio delivery teams, ensuring the maturity of Software, Quality, Change & Release, and DevOps engineering practices. Responsibilities include directing system capabilities, managing priorities and resources, and delivering solutions that align with enterprise standards. The role involves close collaboration with Release Train Engineers (RTE) and Scrum Masters, providing governance, standards, and best practice input. The Lead will manage two teams (5 to 12 members each) and ensure full lifecycle software development practices, stakeholder engagement, and the integration of new technologies such as GenAI, Microsoft Azure, and Salesforce Marketing Cloud where applicable.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
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How to Apply
Shape, plan, and lead portfolio delivery efforts.
Formulate and maintain system capability roadmaps and priorities.
Provide expert knowledge in Software, Quality, Change & Release, and DevOps engineering practices.
Synthesize and mature engineering practices across teams.
Collaborate with RTEs and Scrum Masters on governance and standards.
Oversee the work of 2 delivery teams, each with 5–12 members.
Ensure adherence to best practices, governance frameworks, and enterprise standards.
Drive continuous improvement and innovation initiatives.
Facilitate effective collaboration across cross-functional teams.
Engage with senior executives and key stakeholders.
SERVICES
COMMERCIAL
SERVICES
INDUSTRIAL
SERVICES
RESIDENTIAL
Qualifications:
Postgraduate Degree in Information Technology or related field.
Experience:
8–10 years of proven leadership in agile technical team environments.
Minimum 3 years' experience as a senior manager leading portfolios of 10+ technical experts.
10+ years’ experience in full lifecycle software design and development.
10+ years’ experience working with cross-functional teams and senior executives.
Exposure to GenAI, Microsoft Azure, and Salesforce Marketing Cloud is advantageous.
Behavioural Competencies:
Articulating Information
Challenging Ideas
Developing Expertise
Developing Strategies
Empowering Individuals
Making Decisions
Team Working
Technical Competencies:
Agile Engineering
API Engineering
Automation
Cloud Computing
Continuous Delivery (CD)
