Head Of Engineering Part-Time Virtual

Medici; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 600,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare firm is on the lookout for a Head of Engineering to spearhead their engineering function. This part-time virtual role requires a seasoned professional with a robust background in software development and system architecture. The ideal candidate will excel in building and scaling high-performing teams while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous growth. With a mission to transform healthcare, this role offers the opportunity to lead a talented team and drive impactful technological advancements. If you're passionate about making a difference in the healthcare landscape, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in software development and engineering roles.
• 5 years in a leadership position, preferably as a Technical Lead.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a high-performing engineering team through mentoring and coaching.
• Collaborate with HR to attract top technical talent.
• Champion a collaborative and psychologically safe working environment.

Skills

System Architecture

Building High-Performing Engineering Teams

Technical Leadership

Third-Party Platform Integrations

Snowflake

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Applicable Technology Certifications

Job description

Heath by Design in San Antonio Texas is changing the healthcare system by delivering best-in-class preventive and complex condition care that dramatically improves outcomes, provides quick access to care, and significantly reduces medical costs. With an ambitious growth trajectory, Health by Design is attracting and cultivating team members who embody our values and are passionate about our mission to rebuild healthcare to what it should be.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Engineering to lead our engineering function and contribute to the overall technology vision of Health by Design. Our ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in software development, deep expertise in system architecture, and demonstrated success in building and scaling high-performing engineering teams. This part-time virtual role requires hands-on technical leadership experience with third-party platform integrations and a data-driven mindset, including proficiency in technologies like Snowflake.

Duties / Responsibilities:

1. Team Culture and Growth

• People Development: Cultivate a high-performing engineering team through mentoring, coaching, and continuous feedback.
• Support the professional growth of team members and identify opportunities for skills development.

Hiring & Retention

• Collaborate with Talent and Human Resources Team to attract top technical talent.
• Build a diverse, inclusive, and mission-aligned team while minimizing attrition and maintaining a strong pipeline of future leaders.

Culture Building

• Champion a collaborative, open, and psychologically safe working environment.
• Promote transparency, trust, and empowerment within engineering and cross-functional teams.
• Establish engineering rituals such as tech talks, pair programming sessions, retrospectives, and hack days to strengthen team cohesion and knowledge sharing.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Required:

N/A

Required Skills / Abilities:

• Expertise in system architecture
• Expertise in building and scaling high-performing engineering teams
• Hands-on technical leadership
• Experience with third-party platform integrations
• Proficiency in technologies like Snowflake

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or applicable technology certifications.
• 10 years of experience in software development and engineering roles
• 5 years of experience in a leadership position, preferably as a Technical Lead or similar

How to Apply:

Learn more about us at [website]. Ready to make an impact and join our team? Apply directly by sending your resume to [email].

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