Engineering Lead (OneX)

TFG (The Foschini Group); Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Job summary

TFG (The Foschini Group) in South Africa is seeking a senior engineering leader to drive the OneX strategy, oversee architecture, and guide a high-performing development team through the evolution of the platform and its integration with Omni point of sale.

You will partner with product management, mentor engineers, review code, manage 3rd party vendors, and own budget responsibilities while delivering on time and with quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience leading engineering teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience delivering complex software projects using .NET/C#.
• Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead team, provide guidance and mentorship to build high-functioning development teams.
• Drive evolution of OneX strategy aligned with TFG board objectives.
• Oversee extension of platform and integration into Omni point of sale.
• Participate in requirements reviews with product management and liaise with stakeholders.
• Ensure timely delivery and functional commitments.
• Provide technical guidance and maintain development standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and enforce comprehensive code reviews.
• Manage 3rd party vendor relationships and budget lifecycle.
• Oversee budget planning and variance analysis.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Software architecture

Backend/frontend development

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Mentoring

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/CS

Tools

.NET

C#

Frontend technologies

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership - Manage resources through providing guidance, mentorship, and support to aid team members in meeting project and operational commitments. Galvanising the existing team into a high functioning development team.
• Strategic Direction - Drive the evolution of the OneX strategy in alignment with TFG board objectives.
• Includes extension of existing platform and technology stack and integration into Omni point of sale.
• Planning - Participate in the business requirements and specifications review with the designated product manager and providing feedback. Identify and liaise with all business stakeholders.
• Ensure that delivery commitments are met from a timing and functionality perspective
• Technical development - Serve as the technical resource on complicated projects providing guidance to other team members and the necessary documentation that can be followed to implement the project.
• Provide continuous technical input to the development team to maintain development standards.
• Mentor junior engineers or put mentorship in place between senior and junior developers. Ensure comprehensive code reviews.
• Manage 3rd party vendor relationship – As it pertains to technology roadmap, commercial alignment, project deliverables, security and operational stability
• Financial Management – Responsible for full budget lifecycle from quarterly estimation to monthly actual processing and variance analysis

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience working with engineering teams in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating the ability to juggle multiple projects, stay organized, and prioritize deadlines effectively
• Proven experience in software development (.Net, C#) and technical leadership roles, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects
• Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices, with hands-on experience in backend and frontend development

Skills

• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making capabilities, with the ability to translate complex insights into actionable strategies and initiatives
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and build consensus around product priorities and trade-offs
• Ability to set strategic direction and drive execution through collaboration with a cross-functional team.
• Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills to facilitate complex concepts and stakeholders' meetings.
• Highly adaptable to change and an excellent team player with the ability to influence and negotiate.

Behaviours

• Action Oriented - readily takes on new challenges and opportunities with a sense of urgency and eagerness
• Communicates Effectively - conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
• Courage - confronts and tackles challenging situations with courage
• Decision Quality - consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions
• Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
• Tech Savvy - leverages new technology to enhance productivity, improve problem solving, and support business growth

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity.

About Us

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry. We’re the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes. Are you with us?

About The Team

At TFG, technology is the silent engine behind fashion, financial services, and our factory floors. Our Infotec team builds the platforms that power over 3,600 stores and millions of customer moments. From cloud-native retail applications to AI/ML deployments, we solve real-world retail problems at scale. Whether you love engineering, data, architecture, or innovation at the edge—we have room for your kind of talent. Let’s build something enduring together.