Digital Transformation Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Home office setup allowance

Health insurance

Pension fund contribution

Career advancement opportunities

Bonuses based on project success

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Digital Transformation Engineer to spearhead digital initiatives. This fully remote role involves driving technology adoption, integrating digital platforms, and enabling data-driven decision making across the organization.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in digital transformation or industrial automation, strong cloud and AI/ML experience, and excellent leadership and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration while working remotely.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering (Industrial, Electrical, or Software), or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in digital transformation, technology implementation, or industrial automation.
• Proven experience with IoT platforms, cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP), AI/ML concepts, and data analytics tools.
• Strong understanding of industrial processes and manufacturing environments.
• Excellent project management, strategic planning, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++ is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of digital transformation strategies and roadmaps.
• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies (IoT, AI, Machine Learning, Cloud Computing) for potential application in industrial processes.
• Develop and manage digital platforms, applications, and data analytics solutions to improve operational efficiency and decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate digital solutions with existing systems and workflows.
• Oversee the implementation of data governance policies and ensure data integrity across all digital platforms.
• Manage vendor relationships and evaluate new technologies and service providers.
• Develop training programs and provide support to employees on new digital tools and processes.
• Measure and report on the impact of digital transformation initiatives on key business metrics.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in digital transformation and industrial technology.
• Champion digital adoption and foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning within the organization.

Skills

IoT platforms

Cloud computing

AI/ML

Data analytics

Python

Java

C++

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud Platform

SQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking industrial conglomerate, is actively seeking a highly skilled and innovative Digital Transformation Engineer to spearhead their digital initiatives. This is a fully remote position, ideal for a proactive individual who can drive technological change and integrate advanced digital solutions across the organization. The role is crucial for modernizing our operations, enhancing data analytics capabilities, and leveraging emerging technologies to gain a competitive edge. You will work closely with IT, operations, and R&D teams to conceptualize, develop, and deploy digital platforms and processes. Your expertise will be vital in ensuring our client remains at the cutting edge of industrial technology, fostering efficiency and innovation through digital means. This role offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to shape the digital future of a leading industrial entity from a remote location.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of digital transformation strategies and roadmaps.
• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies (IoT, AI, Machine Learning, Cloud Computing) for potential application in industrial processes.
• Develop and manage digital platforms, applications, and data analytics solutions to improve operational efficiency and decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate digital solutions with existing systems and workflows.
• Oversee the implementation of data governance policies and ensure data integrity across all digital platforms.
• Manage vendor relationships and evaluate new technologies and service providers.
• Develop training programs and provide support to employees on new digital tools and processes.
• Measure and report on the impact of digital transformation initiatives on key business metrics.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in digital transformation and industrial technology.
• Champion digital adoption and foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning within the organization.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering (Industrial, Electrical, or Software), or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in digital transformation, technology implementation, or industrial automation.
• Proven experience with IoT platforms, cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP), AI/ML concepts, and data analytics tools.
• Strong understanding of industrial processes and manufacturing environments.
• Excellent project management, strategic planning, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++ is a strong asset.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in managing complex, cross-functional projects in a remote setting.
• Ability to think critically and solve complex technical and business problems.
• Demonstrated experience in driving organizational change and digital adoption.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses based on project success.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering significant flexibility.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Pension fund contribution.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and shape the future of industrial digital transformation.
• Collaborative virtual team environment.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership roles.