Engineering Lead

PBT Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

PBT Group is seeking an Engineering Lead in Johannesburg to envision, lead and develop integrated end‑to‑end technical solutions across multiple technologies. The role demands inspirational technical leadership, architectural thinking and cross‑functional collaboration with product, programme and business stakeholders.

The successful candidate will balance business requirements, technology capabilities, operational constraints and long‑term sustainability while driving a culture of innovation

Qualifications

• Strong IT architecture and systems analysis background.
• Ability to design integrated end‑to‑end technical solutions across multiple technologies.
• Experience aligning business needs with technology strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end solution design across multiple technologies.
• Provide technical direction and governance for initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align product and programme objectives.
• Analyse complex problems and propose practical, sustainable solutions.
• Govern architecture forums and gain stakeholder buy‑in.
• Coach engineers and promote continuous improvement.
• Balance delivery urgency with long‑term technical sustainability.

Skills

IT architecture

End‑to‑end design

Stakeholder engagement

Mentorship

Problem solving

Risk assessment

Technical leadership

Education

BSc in Computer Science or Information Systems

Professional qualification (degree level)

TOGAF

ITIL

Tools

Enterprise architecture frameworks

Job description

Engineering Lead job vacancy in Johannesburg.

PBT Group is seeking an experienced Engineering Lead to envision, lead and develop fit-for-purpose, integrated end-to-end technical solutions across multiple technologies.

The successful candidate will provide inspirational technical leadership, promote long-term architectural thinking and guide engineering practitioners across multiple initiatives to ensure alignment between products, programmes and organisational objectives.

This role requires a holistic approach to solution design, balancing business requirements, technology capabilities, operational constraints, risk and long-term sustainability.

The Engineering Lead will work closely with key stakeholders, software designers and engineering teams to deliver robust, scalable and sustainable technical solutions while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• End-to-End Solution Design: Develop integrated technical solutions across multiple technologies, taking into consideration people, processes, systems, data and organisational requirements.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical direction and leadership across multiple initiatives, guiding engineering practitioners and ensuring alignment with product and programme objectives.
• Solution Analysis: Analyse complex problems and formulate practical, achievable solutions that align with organisational architecture, standards, constraints and operational requirements.
• Architecture and Governance: Present proposed solutions through relevant governance forums, engage with domain and technology specialists, and secure the necessary technical acceptance and stakeholder buy-in.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate, communicate and negotiate effectively with key stakeholders to establish alignment and influence technical decisions.
• Solution Decomposition and Planning: Break down complex solutions into manageable components, assisting with work sequencing, scheduling and identifying resource requirements.
• Technical Design: Develop and refine solution designs, contribute to functional and non-functional requirements, and assist software designers with lower-level technical designs.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Investigate and resolve technical delivery challenges, supporting engineering teams in identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Risk and Constraint Management: Evaluate technical constraints, dependencies and risks, making informed trade-offs to balance business needs, technical feasibility and long-term sustainability.
• Sustainable Engineering: Design robust, maintainable and future‑ready solutions while continuously enhancing the technical assets affected by solution delivery.
• Product and Long-Term Thinking: Apply a product management mindset to solution design, considering future business needs, technology evolution and the long‑term value of technical investments.
• Coaching and Mentorship: Coach, mentor and develop software engineering practitioners, supporting technical growth, knowledge sharing and the development of engineering capabilities.
• Engineering Practice Development: Contribute to the growth and maturity of the engineering lead practice through collaboration, knowledge sharing and participation in relevant professional forums or communities of practice.
• Organisational Alignment: Drive alignment across areas of responsibility, ensuring that technical initiatives support broader organisational priorities and strategic objectives.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve business processes, operating models and systems through innovation, agile thinking and ongoing evaluation of emerging technologies.
• Professional Development: Stay abreast of developments in technology and IT architecture while pursuing continuous learning and personal growth.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in similar engineering leadership or technical solution design roles.
• Strong understanding of IT architecture and technical concepts.
• Experience in systems analysis and design.
• Ability to develop and communicate integrated end-to-end technical solutions across multiple technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to work with technical and business stakeholders to achieve solution alignment.
• Experience evaluating technical risks, constraints, dependencies and alternative approaches.
• Ability to guide technical teams and support software designers in developing effective solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision‑making capabilities.
• Proven ability to balance immediate delivery requirements with long‑term technical sustainability.

Preferred Qualifications and Certifications:

• BSc in Computer Science, BCom in Information Systems, or a relevant equivalent qualification.
• A relevant professional qualification at an appropriate degree level.
• TOGAF certification.
• ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) certification.
• Equivalent certifications in enterprise architecture, IT service management or relevant technical disciplines.

Technical and Professional Knowledge:

The successful candidate should demonstrate knowledge of:

• IT Architecture and architectural principles.
• IT concepts and technology landscapes.
• Systems Analysis and Design.
• End‑to‑end solution design and integration across multiple technologies.
• Functional and non‑functional requirements.
• Technical governance and architectural standards.
• Risk management, technical constraints and solution trade‑offs.
• Technical delivery, troubleshooting and sustainable engineering practices.
• Product‑oriented thinking and long‑term technology planning.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Technical and Professional Expertise: Demonstrates strong technical knowledge and the ability to develop effective, integrated solutions.
• Decision‑Making: Makes sound, evidence‑based decisions while considering business objectives, technical constraints and risks.
• Collaboration: Builds productive relationships across engineering, architecture, product and business teams.
• Innovation: Challenges existing approaches and identifies opportunities to improve systems, processes and technical solutions.
• Influencing and Negotiation: Gains stakeholder buy‑in, manages competing priorities and facilitates alignment on technical decisions.
• Managing Work: Coordinates complex technical activities, prioritises effectively and supports successful delivery across multiple initiatives.
• Continuous Learning: Keeps pace with emerging technologies, architectural developments and industry best practices.
• Coaching and Mentorship: Develops engineering capability by sharing knowledge, providing guidance and supporting the professional growth of others.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate is a seasoned technical leader who can translate complex business and technology challenges into practical, integrated end‑to‑end solutions. They should be comfortable operating across multiple technology domains, engaging with senior stakeholders, guiding engineering teams and navigating architectural governance processes.

They will combine strong systems analysis and design capabilities with strategic thinking, sound judgement and a commitment to building sustainable technical solutions. The ability to mentor others, influence decision‑making and balance immediate delivery needs with long‑term organisational objectives will be essential to success in this role.

This opportunity is suited to a technically strong engineering leader who enjoys shaping solution direction, developing engineering talent and driving continuous improvement across complex technology environments.