Engineering Lead/Technical Lead
Introduction
A leading retailer based in Cape Town, is looking for an experienced Engineering Lead to join their dynamic team. As an Engineering Lead, you will play a critical role in leading our IT division to maintain and enhance our platforms, ensuring seamless experiences for our customers across all touch points. You will lead a team of talented engineers and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive the strategic direction and execution of our technology initiatives. Leveraging your technical expertise and leadership skills, you will champion innovation, foster a culture of collaboration, and drive measurable business impact.
Duties & 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 optimization 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 optimization and improvement to enhance the customer experience
Desired Experience & Qualification
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
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve their goals
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
Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for driving technical excellence and innovation
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects
TECH STACKS WE USE
*Popular but not limited to
Languages: C#, Javascript, SQL, Python, Go
Frameworks: Angular, React, .NET, .NET Core
ORM Tools: Entity Framework, Hibernate
Relational Databases: Oracle, MSSql, MySQL
Cloud Environments: Azure, AWS
Messaging/Event: Kafka
Package & Remuneration
R 140 000 CTC pm.
Benefits:
Diverse Culture
Flexible Work Hours
Group Risk Cover
Employee Wellbeing Program
Staff Discount
Access To Learning Platforms
Interested?
Please mail your CV to hr1 (at) peopledimension (dot) co (dot) za
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks, if you do not hear from us by then your application for this position was unsuccessful, but you have been added to our database for future vacancies.