C# – Application Development Manager | Bellville

Our client is seeking an experienced C# – Application Development Manager to lead the development of their CRM platform, which is vital to their advisers nationwide. As a senior developer, you will be responsible for overseeing the development efforts of both the CRM platform and its associated client-facing portals and mobile applications, working closely with our external software development partner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of CRM platform components, client portals, and mobile applications (Apple/Android) in collaboration with external software developers.
• Transform the existing software stack by working within a C# microservices architecture.
• Conduct research, design, documentation, and modification of software specifications throughout the production life cycle.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code that meets performance and standards compliance, with a focus on security and sensitive data handling.
• Implement and manage DEVOPS processes for solution industrialization.
• Provide guidance to other developers, business analysts (BAs), and testers, maintaining strong relationships with external software development partners.
• Employ modern coding practices and suggest improvements to current processes.
• Adopt a customer-centric approach when interacting with CRM platform users, including advisers and internal business stakeholders.
• Collaborate with BAs to assess and validate development requirements before proceeding to development.
• Work closely with business teams during the pre-development phase and with testing teams post-development to ensure deliverables meet expectations.

Requirements:

• Relevant tertiary qualification, preferably a degree or honors in computer science.
• Significant experience in similar roles within the financial services industry.
• Expertise in CRM and client portal solutions.
• Strong background in Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Advanced proficiency in C# development.
• In-depth knowledge of the software development lifecycle.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Understanding of wealth management and adviser value propositions.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications and communicate technical issues back to business stakeholders for decision-making.
• Familiarity with PHP is advantageous.

Competencies:

• Proactive and problem-solving mindset.
• Strong business acumen and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Analytical and strategic thinking.
• Proven ability to manage small to medium-sized teams.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Innovative and assertive.
• Attention to detail and project management expertise.
• Advanced communication and change management skills.
• Coaching abilities.
• High level of IT innovation and expertise.