Executive Software Engineering

1Nebula; Wes-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in South Africa is seeking an Engineering Executive for a full-time hybrid role based in Cape Town. This position involves leading the development of scalable software solutions, managing engineering teams, and ensuring operational excellence. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills, experience with software development lifecycles, and a commitment to engineering best practices. A flexible remote work option is included.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills in engineering and management.
• Experience in developing scalable software solutions.
• Ability to implement engineering best practices.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the engineering strategy aligning with business goals.
• Oversee delivery across all engineering teams.
• Ensure consistent delivery of sprints and project milestones.

Job description

1Nebula is dedicated to helping businesses optimise and manage their cloud environments through innovative FinOps capabilities. Powered by OneView®, the company offers tailored solutions to guide organizations on a successful cloud journey. With a commitment to smarter, more efficient cloud management, 1Nebula empowers businesses to achieve cost efficiencies and operational excellence.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for an Engineering Executive located in the Cape Town, with flexibility for remote work. The role includes leading the development of scalable software solutions, designing and implementing complex systems aligned with business needs, and guiding teams in the software development lifecycle. Responsibilities also include code reviews, troubleshooting technical challenges, collaborating with cross‑functional teams, and staying updated with the latest engineering best practices to drive innovative solutions.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Engineering Leadership

• Define and execute the engineering strategy in alignment with business goals and the technology roadmap set by the CTO.
• Oversee and ensure delivery across all engineering teams including OneView, Stactize and the Analytics team.
• Drive engineering standards, best practices, and architectural decisions in collaboration with the CTO and Software Architects.
• Contribute to executive‑level planning as a member of the 1Nebula Exco.

Team Management and Development

• Directly manage the Development Manager and DevOps Manager, providing coaching, mentorship, and performance management.
• Build a high‑performing engineering culture focused on quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee capacity planning and resource allocation across development, DevOps, QA, and service desk teams.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention of engineering talent.

Delivery and Operational Excellence

• Ensure consistent and predictable delivery of sprints, releases, and project milestones across all product teams.
• Establish and monitor engineering metrics (velocity, defect rates, deployment frequency, lead time) to drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines, cloud operations, infrastructure automation, and production stability.
• Ensure the service desk operates effectively with appropriate SLAs and escalation procedures.

Cross‑functional Collaboration

• Partner with the Product Manager to ensure engineering priorities align with the product roadmap and backlog.
• Collaborate with Customer Success and Sales teams to support client‑facing technical requirements.
• Work with the CTO on technology strategy, R&D initiatives, and innovation projects.
• Coordinate with BizOps and Compliance teams on operational and regulatory requirements.

Risk and Quality Management

• Establish and maintain quality assurance processes, including testing strategies and code review practices.
• Manage technical debt, security vulnerabilities, and production incident response.
• Ensure compliance with ISO/SOC2 standards from an engineering perspective.