Engineering Delivery Lead (Remote SA)

Robert Walters; Remote; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software development agency is seeking an engineering leader based in South Africa. This role involves owning engineering delivery for multiple projects, establishing engineering standards, and operationalizing AI. Candidates should have extensive experience in software engineering and leadership, particularly in agency/consulting environments. The position offers competitive compensation, remote flexibility, and opportunities for growth in a vibrant team culture.

Benefits

Competitive South Africa-market compensation

Equity/phantom options for exceptional candidates

Co-working space allowance

Home office & connectivity allowance

Learning budget for certifications/conferences

Paid time off aligned to SA standards

Qualifications

• 12-18 years in software engineering with 5+ years leading multi-squad delivery.
• Proven track record building engineering standards/platforms.
• Deep expertise in at least one modern stack.

Responsibilities

• Own engineering delivery across multiple client projects.
• Be hands-on in code reviews and unblock risks.
• Operationalise AI in real products.

Skills

Software engineering

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Cloud fundamentals

Modern stack expertise

Job description

A leading software development agency is seeking an engineering leader based in South Africa. This role involves owning engineering delivery for multiple projects, establishing engineering standards, and operationalizing AI. Candidates should have extensive experience in software engineering and leadership, particularly in agency/consulting environments. The position offers competitive compensation, remote flexibility, and opportunities for growth in a vibrant team culture.