Software Engineering Lead

ATS Client; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Daily Meal

Free On-Site Gym

Group Life Cover

Work from home allowance

Job summary

DigiOutsource, part of Super Group, is seeking a Software Engineering Lead to guide a team of engineers in delivering scalable software solutions. You will set engineering standards, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive architecture and quality across platforms.

You will mentor engineers, prioritize work, and ensure timely delivery while maintaining focus on security, performance, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced gaming tech environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science or related field.
• 7+ years in software development lifecycle.
• 2+ years of people leadership and budgeting experience.
• 2+ years in a Senior Software Engineer or equivalent role.
• Strong understanding of design patterns and software testing fundamentals.
• Proven track record with agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Software Engineers to deliver robust software solutions.
• Define and enforce engineering standards and best practices.
• Engage with stakeholders to clarify requirements and system performance.
• Plan team priorities, growth, and technology adoption.
• Deliver end-to-end software projects on time and within scope.
• Ensure security, quality, and scalability across platforms.

Skills

Team Leadership

Agile Methodologies

Software Architecture

Cross-functional Collaboration

Communication

Security & Privacy

Education

Computer Science degree

Tools

GitLab

Jenkins

GitHub

Kubernetes

Terraform

Kafka

Job description

Kick-start your career in the online gaming world and experience the very latest in technology and innovation.

Who we are

We’re part of Super Group, the NYSE-listed digital gaming company behind some of the world’s leading Sports and iGaming brands. At DigiOutsource, we bring passionate people and innovative tech together to create market-leading online gaming solutions. Our multidisciplinary teams are passionate about products, customer experience and security. We’re empowered to achieve the ultimate in high-performance gaming experiences using the best technology available.

Who we’re looking for

We’re on a thrilling journey of growth and innovation, and we need passionate, driven individuals to join us. At DigiOutsource, every day is action-packed, and we expect you to bring your A-game. In return, you’ll find a supportive environment where your skills can flourish and your career can soar.

Why we need you

We’re on a mission to create extraordinary experiences for our customers, and we believe that your unique skills, passion and superdrive will help us achieve our vision.

What you’ll be doing

As a Software Engineering Lead, you’ll be managing and supporting a team of talented Software Engineers, that design and develop robust, scalable, and efficient software solutions using the latest technology. This will help us excel at providing a super gaming experience to our customers and stay ahead of the game.

• Lead a team of Software Engineers.
• Build, maintain and enhance software according to company’s software engineering standards and aligning these standards to industry standards and best practices.
• Engage with stakeholders on requirements and performance of sub-system software.
• Strategic planning for team efficiency and growth and new / enhanced technologies and implementation.
• Acting as liaison between teams and other departments as necessary.
• Owning the engineering and delivery process of systems developed.
• Management of the implementation of technical solutions.
• Focus on the integrity of the systems regarding quality, stability, and scalability.
• Provide direction and expertise in the design, development, and implementation of the platform(s), ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical standards.
• Build and lead a diverse team of Software Engineers, fostering a high-performance culture centred on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Facilitate effective communication between technical and non-technical teams, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned and informed throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify potential technical risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring project timelines and quality standards are met.
• Proactively address any technical challenges that arise.
• Ensure the platform adheres to best practices in security and privacy.
• Implement rigorous unit testing to ensure the platform is reliable, performant, and user-friendly.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of system architecture, processes, and workflows for transparency and future reference.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. You may be required to complete other reasonable duties to achieve business objectives.

Essential skills you’ll bring to the table

The necessary skills that we require for this role include:

• Computer Science related degree, diploma, or similar qualification in software engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years’ practical experience in the full software development life cycle as a software engineer or software developer.
• 2 years management experience including team leadership, performance management, skills development and training and budgeting.
• 2 years of experience in a Senior Software Engineer role or similar.
• Solid understanding of Software Engineering design patterns and/or methodologies.
• Solid understanding of Software Engineering principles.
• Solid understanding of Software Testing fundamentals.
• Proven experience managing and leading teams using agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).
• Consistent passion for Technology and keeping up with the industry.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively.
• Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams, with a focus on achieving shared goals.
• Expertise in managing multiple projects simultaneously, with a track record of delivering on time and within scope.
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring high standards of quality in all outputs.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and priorities, maintaining effectiveness in dynamic situations.

Desirable skills you’ve got up your sleeve

It would be great if you also have some of the following skills:

• Previous experience in the online gaming or casino industry, with a strong understanding of player behaviour and industry regulations.
• A strong understanding of domain- and event-driven software architecture.
• Hands on experience setting up and maintaining Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery pipelines (e.g. Gitlab, Jenkins, GitHub).
• Experience with one or more cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure) with a focus on containerization (Kubernetes) and infrastructure as code (Terraform).
• Practical experience working with event streaming platforms (e.g. Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Experience with DORA metrics.

Our values are non-negotiables

Our culture is underpinned by core values that are linked to key behavioural competencies. Along with the below behavioural competencies, these are essential for all employees in order for you to embed in and drive our culture forward. These competencies are:

• Adaptability
• Ownership and accountability
• Initiating action
• Resilience
• Team orientation
• Integrity
• Innovation

What you’ll get back

We offer a great variety of personal and professional benefits to help you thrive at DigiOutsource and Super Group. This includes:

• We’re dedicated to your supergrowth. Our comprehensive learning and development programmes give you a range of resources and opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career.
• Your hard work and achievements won’t go unnoticed. Our innovative Performance Tool ensures you receive regular, constructive feedback, helping you to continuously improve and reach your full potential.
• Our Employee Assistance programme offers a variety of benefits which you and your family can benefit from.
• Free Daily Meal
• Free Massages On-site
• Free On-Site Gym
• Group Life Cover
• Funeral Fund Benefit
• Financial Services Assistance
• Curro School Fees Benefit
• Income Continuation Benefit
• Leadership Training
• Referral Bonus
• Medical Aid Subsidy
• Free Sleep Coaching
• On-site Barista
• Retirement Annuity Subsidy
• Work from home allowance.
• Team socials

Be part of that Superclass feeling.

At Super Group, diversity is part of our DNA. With teams across 16 countries, 85 nationalities, and 27 languages, we take equal opportunities seriously, championing a supportive, inclusive, and empowering environment wherever you are in the Group.

It’s all about putting your experience first and ensuring honesty and fairness in all we do. Here, your growth is supported and your contributions valued.

Game on!

Please note we will apply relevance to our Talent Management and Talent Development Programme as part of our recruitment process.

Shortlisted candidates may need to complete an assessment.

This position requires trust and honesty it has access to customers financial details - therefore a credit and criminal record check will be conducted. The qualifications identified herein are an inherent job requirement; therefore, a qualification verification check will be done. By applying for this role, and supplying the necessary details, you hereby grant us permission to apply for these checks. This will be done in a confidential manner, and solely for the purposes of verification.

Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please deem your application as unsuccessful.

The perfect place to work, play and grow!