[Hiring] Engineering Lead @People Dimension

Role Description

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• Diverse Culture.
• Flexible Work Hours.
• Group Risk Cover.
• Employee Wellbeing Program.
• Staff Discount.
• Access To Learning Platforms.

Package & Remuneration

R 140 000 CTC pm.