Engineering Lead (Cape Town)

Sabenza IT & Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Sabenza IT & Recruitment is seeking an Engineering Lead in Cape Town to guide the IT engineering function and shape technology strategy. You will mentor engineers, collaborate with Product, Technology and stakeholders, and drive platform design, development and optimization for performance, reliability and security.

You will work with cloud platforms and modern frameworks while translating business needs into effective technical solutions and leading delivery with cost discipline and quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• Proven software development and technical leadership experience delivering complex projects.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to guide engineering teams.
• Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns and best practices.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and modern development tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering collaboration and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and execute the technical roadmap.
• Drive design, development and optimization of platforms for scalability and security.
• Provide technical guidance to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Stay informed on industry trends and translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Partner with Product Managers to align business needs with technical execution.
• Implement best practices to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.
• Monitor platform performance and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional

Architecture

Communication

Cloud platforms

Problem solving

Frontend & Backend

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or CS

Tools

AWS

Azure

DevOps

CI/CD

Job description

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 10/09/2026

We are looking for an experienced Engineering Lead to play a critical role in leading our IT engineering function, maintaining and enhancing technology platforms and ensuring seamless digital experiences across all customer touchpoints.

You will lead a talented team of engineers while collaborating closely with Product, Technology and other cross-functional stakeholders to drive the strategic direction and execution of key technology initiatives.

KEY 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, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs.
• Drive the design, development and optimisation of platforms , ensuring scalability, reliability and security.
• Provide strong 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 the business.
• Partner with Product Managers and key stakeholders to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions, driving alignment and execution.
• Implement best practices, processes and tools to streamline development workflows and improve engineering efficiency.
• Monitor and analyse platform performance metrics , identifying opportunities for optimisation and continuous improvement to enhance the customer experience.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or a related field .
• Proven experience in software development and technical leadership , with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects.
• Strong leadership and communication skills , with the ability to inspire, develop and motivate engineering teams.
• Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns and development best practices , with hands-on experience across both backend and frontend development.
• Experience working with cloud platforms , such as AWS and/or Azure, together with modern development frameworks and tools.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills , with a passion for driving technical excellence and innovation.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment , effectively prioritising and managing multiple projects and competing priorities.

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