Engineering Manager

Salt Digital Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Salt Digital Recruitment is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a team focusing on scalable mobile and backend solutions as part of a major digital transformation. The role involves driving technical delivery and architectural decisions within a collaborative environment.

Qualified candidates will have over 8 years in software development, including leadership experience, and a strong background in mobile app development. This full-time role is based in South Africa.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in software development, with 3+ years in leadership roles.
• Strong technical background in mobile app development.
• Experience with cloud platforms and API design.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers.
• Own technical delivery for mobile app and backend integration services.
• Drive architectural decisions for scalability and security.

Skills

Software development

Leadership

Mobile app development

Cloud platforms (Azure preferred)

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Engineering Manager - Digital Transformation

I'm partnering with a global brand undergoing a major digital transformation to find an experienced Engineering Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team building scalable mobile and backend solutions for a unified member engagement platform.

What you'll do:

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.
• Own technical delivery for mobile app and backend integration services.
• Drive architectural decisions for scalability, reliability, and security.
• Implement best practices in CI/CD, testing, and monitoring.
• Collaborate with Product, Design, and business stakeholders to align tech priorities with strategic goals.

What we're looking for:

• 8+ years in software development, with 3+ years in leadership roles.
• Strong technical background in mobile app development (native or cross‑platform).
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred) and API design.
• Proven ability to manage distributed teams and deliver complex projects.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.

Bonus points for:

• Experience scaling teams.
• Kotlin Multiplatform.
• Agile methodologies.
• Integrating emerging tech like AI or blockchain.

This is a full‑time onsite role in a collaborative environment where innovation drives transformation.