Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a visionary and technically exceptional Executive Head of Software Development to lead a high-performing engineering function within a fast-scaling fintech environment. The successful candidate will shape the future of digital finance across Africa, leading the engineering force behind scalable, secure fintech platforms built for growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the full software development lifecycle from architecture and planning to deployment and optimisation
- Define and drive technical strategy across multiple engineering teams
- Provide architectural oversight, code review leadership, and engineering governance
- Embed Agile, Scrum, and DevOps best practices to enhance delivery velocity and quality
- Oversee QA frameworks, testing methodologies, and release standards
- Establish and enforce coding, security, and compliance standards
- Architect scalable, high-availability systems across cloud and clustered environments
Requirements
- Honours Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (NQF Level 8)
- 10 years’ experience in .NET software development and SDLC methodologies
- 7 years’ experience leading engineering or software development teams
- Strong technical capability across .NET, C#, Java, Python, SQL, APIs, Kubernetes, Docker, AWS and Azure
Qualifications
- Experience within fintech, banking, or other regulated industries (NOT MENTIONED IN ORIGINAL)
Salary & Benefits
- NOT MENTIONED IN ORIGINAL
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