- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification Bachelors , Masters
- Experience 8 years
- Location Gauteng
- Job Field ICT / Computer
Software Development Team Lead : Client & Amp; Mobile Experience (Sandton) at Sun International
Software Development Team Lead : Client & Amp; Mobile Experience (Sandton)
Job Purpose
- The Software Development Team Lead for the Client & Mobile Experience team will lead the development of cutting-edge, responsive, and engaging user interfaces for SunBet’s online iGaming platform.
- The role will guide a team of engineers building web and mobile applications that deliver seamless gameplay, real-time interactions, and rich visual experiences across devices.
- This role requires deep technical expertise in frontend and mobile technologies, a strong understanding of UX principles, and the ability to lead a team in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
Job Scope & Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of high-performance web and mobile applications for iGaming
- Ensure smooth integration with backend services, real-time data streams, and third-party APIs
- Champion responsive design, accessibility, and cross-platform consistency
- Manage and mentor a team of 5–8 frontend and mobile engineers
- Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and career development planning
- Promote a culture of experimentation, quality, and accountability
- Own the delivery of client-side features, including game lobbies, user profiles, wallets, and promotional interfaces
- Collaborate with product, design, QA, and compliance teams to ensure timely and compliant releases
- Drive sprint planning, backlog grooming, and release coordination
- Guide mobile app development across iOS and Android using native or cross-platform frameworks (e.g., React Native, Flutter)
- Optimize for performance, battery usage, and app store compliance
- Monitor crash analytics and user feedback to drive continuous improvement
- Ensure client applications meet regulatory and security standards (e.g., responsible gaming, data privacy)
- Collaborate with InfoSec and Legal teams to implement secure authentication and data handling
Requirements
Education
- Bachelor’s in Computer science, Software Engineering, or related field required
- Master’s in Computer science, Software Engineering, or related field advantageous
Experience
- 8 years’ experience in frontend/mobile development, inclusive of 1–2 years in a leadership role
- Experience in iGaming, fintech, or other regulated industries
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, React, React Native, or Flutter
- Experience with RESTful APIs, WebSockets, and real-time data handling
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, app store deployment, and analytics tools
- Exposure to A/B testing, feature flags, and user segmentation
Behavioural Competencies
- Problem-solving & Decision Making
- Managing Customer & Stakeholder relationships
- Applying expertise and technology
- Collaboration & Communication
- Agile & Adaptable
- Customer-centric Orientation
- Execution & Delivery Focus
- Innovation & Continuous Improvement
- People Management
Technical Compentencies
- Knowledge & Application: Frontend & Web Technologies
- Knowledge & Application: mobile development
- Knowledge & Application: Integration & Backend Interaction
- Knowledge & Application: Architecture & Design
- Knowledge of game engines, animation libraries, or WebGL
- Understanding of localisation, multi-currency support and regional compliance
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to Sun International on suninternational.mcidirecthire.com to apply

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