Software Developer - Team Lead

*Electrum is a next-generation payment software technology company.* Since 2012, we've delivered trusted, enterprise-grade, cloud-native software to optimise financial transaction processing. Our deep expertise has established us as a respected partner in high-volume, low-value payment schemes, enabling clients to deliver services to millions of South Africans daily. At Electrum, we are *grounded in impact* – designing solutions that matter, acting with urgency, and continuously learning as we scale. We believe in *creating together* – working side by side with our clients and teams to build meaningful, lasting solutions. We prioritise *making it safe* – encouraging open communication, smart risk-taking, and trust so that creativity and alignment thrive. And we back *empowered strong teams* – hiring brilliant people, collaborating hard, and holding each other to high standards while leading with empathy and kindness. *When you join the Electrum team, you’ll get to:* * *Be part of the entire journey* — from the spark of an idea to the final product launch. * Grow your skills through *world-class training and hands-on learning* every day. * Receive *mentorship and guidance from industry leaders* who are invested in your success. * Work in a *dynamic, innovative workplace* where collaboration and creativity thrive. * *Tackle real-world customer challenges* and see the impact of your work firsthand. * Explore *plenty of opportunities to grow your career* and expand your expertise. * Gain *valuable experience in a leading FinTech environment* , contributing to meaningful, high-impact projects. Job Summary ----------- * Leading a team of software engineers and business analysts. * Driving the success of our projects. * Ensuring high-quality deliverables. * Fostering a collaborative and productive team culture. The Team Lead role is a dual technical software development role combined with management leadership. Electrum is a Java house, which means that you'll be contributing towards our projects in Java -- you don't necessarily need to have had experience in Java but you will be required to learn it as part of the role. Electrum is a highly collaborative environment and our software has a big impact: as a result, even though Electrum doesn't have a remote working policy, our teams have adopted an "Office first" approach to working. *Technical Expertise* * Software development – Leads by example by contributing towards the development of software projects. * Solution architecture – Designs and review architectural solutions. * Software Delivery* * Project management – Working with the Project office, Product teams and Professional Services teams to ensure that projects are defined, prioritised and executed. * Use software development methodologies to ensure projects are delivered on time and with high quality. *Team Leadership* * Team management – Sets clear goals and objectives for team members and monitors their progress. * Growing team members – Cultivates and supports the professional and personal growth of every team member, empowering them to advance in their careers. * Team commitment and purpose – Creates a shared sense of purpose among the team, cultivating a deep commitment to their work. * Organisational savvy – Understands the vision and strategy of Electrum and plays an influential role in ensuring Electrum's goals are achieved. * Recruiting – Recognising talent gaps in their teams and actively recruiting to fill them. *Performance Management* * One-on-ones – Conduct regular one-on-ones with team members and manage their performance and career development. * Performance Reviews – Conduct performance evaluations of team members. *Requirements* * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering. * 2+ years experience leading a software development team. * 2+ years experience working as a developer in a software development team. *Benefits* *Why Join Electrum?* * We believe in a *People First* approach, ensuring a culture where you can thrive and make a real difference *Your Career & Culture* * Career Growth: Delivering world-class financial software is challenging, but your effort will earn you hands-on experience with products used by millions, *accelerating your career.* * *Strong Teams* : We keep teams small, focused, and collaborative to maximize *impact*. * *Transparency* : We openly discuss strategy, finances, and salaries. Mistakes are viewed as l *earning opportunities* that we actively discuss. * *Autonomy* : We *trust you*. You're expected to seek out the data needed for informed decisions and manage your own time—knowing when to focus and when to recharge. * *Shared Vision* : You'll have the power to *shape the vision* of how we build the future of financial services. *Practical Perks* * Here's how we support our culture: * *Flexible Work:* Office-first environment with *flexible hours*. * *Generous Leave:* Starting at *20 days per year.* * *Office Perks* (Cape Town): Fully-stocked kitchen and *daily catered lunch*. * *Social Life:* Regular team activities like hikes, getaways, and dinners