Software Engineering Manager - Oracle ERP

Software Engineering Manager - Oracle ERP

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Remote Type: Hybrid

Location: Cape Town

Posted on: 2 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: JR-60964

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Job Description

As a Software Engineering Manager for the OM Bank Oracle Finance Team, you will play a crucial role in leading and managing our software engineering team. This position differs from the Engineering Lead in that the manager plays more of a role on the people management side working across teams whereas the Team Lead focuses more on technical delivery. This position is ideal for an experienced software engineer with strong leadership and managerial skills. You will oversee the development and delivery of high-quality software solutions, mentor and guide the engineering team, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Strong technical background with proficiency in relevant programming languages and technologies.
• Proven experience managing and leading software engineering teams.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and microservices architecture.
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP) is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and maintenance of applications and systems for assigned functional areas or business units.
• Document complex "as is" and "to be" processes and describe the changes required.
• Develop data-driven analyses to surface new opportunities to improve products and user experiences.
• Manage and deliver end-to-end digital programs and initiatives.
• Develop digital training and development programs.
• Conceptualize elements of digital strategy and projects.
• Manage a portfolio of projects while reporting to senior colleagues.
• Develop new methods for quality assurance.
• Develop and/or deliver budget plans with guidance from senior colleagues.
• Lead in detecting and analyzing security incidents.
• Communicate the actions needed to implement the function's strategy.
• Identify the team's individual development needs.
• Manage and report on the performance of a diverse team.
• Develop existing and new applications by analyzing areas for modification and improvement.
• Define and maintain a roadmap for application software development.
• Provide specialist advice on policies and procedures.

Skills

• Oracle ERP (General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Expenses, Cash Management, Tax, Assets, Procurement)
• Oracle SAAS/PAAS/IAAS and other Oracle Financial modules like EPM and Risk Management Cloud would be advantageous.
• Action Planning, Adaptive Thinking, Agile Project Management, Budget Management, Change Management.
• Current State Assessment, Data Compilation, Executing Plans, Futures Thinking.
• Managing Stakeholder Expectations, Oral Communications, Project Life Cycle Management.
• Project Quality Assurance, Project Risk Management, Project Schedule Management.
• Project Scope Management, Project Strategy.

Competencies

• Business Insight
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Courage
• Cultivates Innovation
• Customer Focus
• Decision Quality
• Develops Talent

Education

NQF Level 9 – Masters

Closing Date

24 January 2025, 23:59

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Old Mutual is a premium African financial services organisation that offers a broad spectrum of financial solutions to retail and corporate customers across key market segments in 14 countries. The lines of business include Life and Savings, Property and Casualty, Asset Management and Banking and Lending.
We are rooted in our purpose of Championing Mutually Positive Futures Every Day and believe that a great customer experience is anchored in a great employee experience.