Head Of Engineering

The Foschini Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Gauteng is seeking a Technical Leader to oversee a team of engineers. The role involves defining and executing the technical roadmap, mentoring staff, and driving the optimization of platforms to enhance customer experience. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and have substantial experience in software development and technical leadership, specifically with cloud platforms like AWS and Azure. Strong problem-solving and leadership skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in software development and technical leadership roles.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers.
• Collaborate with teams to define technical roadmap.
• Drive design and optimization of platforms.
• Provide technical guidance for successful project delivery.

Skills

C#

JavaScript

SQL

Python

Go

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

Entity Framework

Hibernate

Kafka

Angular

React

.NET

.NET Core

Oracle

MSSQL

MySQL

Job description

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, aligning with business objectives and customer needs.

Drive the design, development, and optimization of our platforms, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.

Provide technical guidance and support to ensure successful project delivery on time and within budget.

Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies, evaluating their potential impact and relevance to our business.

Partner with Product Managers and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions, driving alignment and execution.

Implement best practices, processes, and tools to streamline development workflows and improve efficiency.

Monitor and analyze platform performance metrics, identifying areas for optimization and improvement to enhance the customer experience.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

Proven experience in software development and technical leadership roles, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects.

Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and modern development frameworks / tools.

Development Experience

Languages: C#, JavaScript, SQL, Python, Go

Frameworks: Angular, React, .NET

NET, .

NET Core ORM Tools: Entity Framework, Hibernate

Relational Databases: Oracle, MSSQL, MySQL

Cloud Environments: Azure, AWS

Messaging / Event: Kafka

Skills: Strong problem‑solving skills and a passion for driving technical excellence and innovation.

Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects.

Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve their goals.

Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices, with hands‑on experience in backend and frontend development.

Behaviours

Business Insight - applies market and business insights in order to drive organisational objectives.

Cultivates Innovation - creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success.

Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to standards.