Engineering Lead, Software Engineer, Cloud Engineer - Software

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define and execute the technical roadmap, aligning with business objectives and customer needs.
• Drive the design, development, and optimisation of our platforms, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
• Provide technical guidance and support to ensure the successful delivery of projects on time and within budget.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, evaluating their potential impact and relevance to our business.
• Partner with Product managers and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions, driving alignment and execution.
• Implement best practices, processes, and tools to streamline development workflows and improve efficiency.
• Monitor and analyse platform performance metrics, identifying areas for optimisation and improvement to enhance the customer experience.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Proven experience in software development and technical leadership roles, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects.
• Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices, with hands‑on experience in backend and frontend development.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and modern development frameworks/tools.

• Languages:
  
  C#, JavaScript, SQL, Python, Go.
• Frameworks:
  Angular, React, .NET, .NET Core.
• ORM tools:
  Entity Framework, Hibernate.
• Databases:
  Oracle, MSSQL, MySQL.
• Cloud environments:
  Azure, AWS.
• Messaging/Event:
  Kafka.

• Strong problem­solving skills and a passion for driving technical excellence and innovation.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and effectively prioritise and manage multiple projects.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve their goals.
• Behavioural competencies:
  Business Insight, Effective Communication, Decision Quality, Accountability, Complexity Management, Process Optimisation, Planning and Alignment, Tech Savvy.

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.