Who we are
At SovTech, we believe the future of software lies in the talent, innovation, and creativity found on the African continent. Headquartered in South Africa, our team of highly-skilled engineers, designers, and strategists spans the continent, tapping into Africa's diversity to fuel a collaborative culture of disruptive thinking and technical excellence. For over a decade, we have been pioneering world-class software development for a global audience, with a mission to become Earth's leading software company from the world's fastest-growing continent. We design and develop solutions that empower our clients to digitally transform and thrive globally.
SovTech has now grown to more than 350 of the best software engineering experts, building world-class platforms for growing businesses across four cities on three continents. We are always actively searching for the continent's most talented and driven techies to join our growing team—those who benchmark themselves against the best on the planet and wake up hungry to master their craft and continue their advancement.
As a Product Manager at SovTech, you will oversee the development of innovative web apps and guarantee client success by delivering impactful solutions using Scrum/Agile methodologies. Your specific responsibilities will include:
Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, QA and stakeholders, to develop and implement innovative products
Defining product vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and user needs
Conducting market research and analysing customer feedback to identify opportunities for product improvement
Developing and prioritising product features and requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals and user needs
Leading the product development process, including creating and managing product roadmaps, overseeing the product development lifecycle, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products
Communicating with internal and external stakeholders to gather feedback and ensure product success
Analysing product performance data and making data-driven decisions to improve product performance and user experience
Staying up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in product management and web development
Overall, you will play a critical role in driving the success of our products and ensuring that SovTech remains at the forefront of innovation in the industry.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
Approximately 3-4+ years of experience as a project manager in software development
Experience in delivering projects according to the Scrum framework and/or other Agile project management methodologies
A degree in the fields of Info Systems, computer science or engineering for technical project managers is preferable, but not essential
A technical background, with an understanding of or hands-on experience in software development and web technologies
Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills, both written and verbal
Solid organisational skills, including attention to detail and multi-tasking abilities
Strong working knowledge of Jira
In addition to these requirements, a successful Product Manager should also possess the following qualities:
Strong problem-solving skills: Ability to identify problems and provide solutions to ensure that products meet business objectives and user needs.
Customer focus and understanding customer needs and being able to translate them into product features and requirements.
Results-driven: Should be able to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget, while also ensuring that the product meets business objectives and user needs.
Leadership skills: Lead cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and stakeholders, to ensure that the product is developed and implemented successfully.
Analytical skills: Analyse product performance data and make data-driven decisions to improve product performance and user experience.
Continuous learning: Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in product management and web development to ensure that the product remains at the forefront of innovation in the industry.
If you possess these skills and qualities and are passionate about software development, enjoy working with cutting-edge technologies, and want to be part of an inspiring team, SovTech is the place for you. Join us as we shape the future of software innovation.
Work Environment:
At SovTech, we foster a self-directed and inspiring work environment where our team members have the freedom to innovate and create. We believe in empowering our teams to take ownership of their projects and drive them to success. Collaboration and knowledge-sharing are at the core of our team's values, and we encourage continuous learning and growth.
Our Interview Process:
Introductory call with one of our Talent Partners
Technical skills screening & evaluation
Hiring team interview
Why Join us:
Join SovTech and become part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. Here's why you should consider joining us:
Exciting Projects: Work on diverse and challenging projects for leading clients across various industries, pushing the boundaries of web development.
Collaborative Environment: Be part of a team that encourages collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and continuous learning, fostering personal and professional growth.
Impactful Work: Your contributions will directly impact the success of our projects and clients, allowing you to make a tangible difference.
Professional Development: We provide opportunities for training and workshops to enhance your skills and keep you at the forefront of industry trends.
Competitive Compensation & medical aid contribution: We offer a competitive salary package with additional benefits.
Hybrid & flexibility: We're a hybrid company, and as such we need to have a set of how that works. We don't value how or where something is done, only that it is done.
If you are passionate about Software development, enjoy working with cutting-edge technologies, and want to be part of an inspiring team, SovTech is the place for you. Join us as we shape the future of software innovation.
Learn more about SovTech:
Have a look through our Careers page & our values The SovTech Spex
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