Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a highly experienced Technical Lead to join our team in Stellenbosch, South Africa. As a key member of our technical leadership, you will be responsible for designing and iterating technical solutions that match our desired architectural landscape. You will provide hands-on leadership, ensuring the team is aligned and delivering high standards of code quality. Your passion for clean code and helping others achieve it is essential to this role.
Key Responsibilities
- Transform clients with effective technical end-to-end delivery.
- Design and iterate on technical solutions that match the desired architectural landscape.
- Hands-on leadership with regards to coding, leading by example, and working to ensure the team is aligned and understands why not just what.
- Work with the Delivery Manager to continually iterate and improve on ways of working, helping to develop the team and ensure the quality and pace of objectives.
- Lead on technical discussions.
- Own constructing best practice and sharing that within the team.
- Be a key part of the technical leadership, helping shape the future of the company.
- Lead on communications with the client and any partners.
- Communicate with our clients throughout the development process.
- Ensure the team delivers high standards of code quality, through peer-review, in team mentoring, etc.
- Agile, both in the delivery methodology and in ability to technically react.
- Champion the principles of accessibility (never deliberately excluding anyone).
Requirements
- 6+ years of demonstrable and proven experience in full-stack applications (inc. working knowledge of a range of technologies such as React, Node.js, and TypeScript and .Net).
- Experience with Azure/AWS and ARM/terraform/bicep templates including dev and deployment of supporting cloud infrastructure (incl. pipelines).
- Strong experience of continuous integration processes and pipelines.
- Excellent, in-depth understanding of BDD, TDD, and SOLID principles.
- In-depth experience in rock-solid Object-Oriented Programming, enterprise integration skills, and microservice architecture skills.
- Extensive experience utilising multiple technologies to support the architectural design and team (e.g. Java, .Net, Node.js, C#, React, Angular, Spring, Kubernetes & Docker and Mobile experience).
- A good understanding of WCAG 2.2 would be preferable.
- Experienced enough to be able to size up / estimate work and help others to do the same.
- Familiar with the public sector (preferable).
- Experience working as / for a partner (preferable).
- Experience working with senior people within clients.
Qualifications
No formal qualifications are required for this role.
How to Apply
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Western Cape
The Western Cape, situated on the south coast of South Africa, is home to a thriving IT industry that offers a diverse range of career opportunities for professionals with expertise in various fields.
The job market in the Western Cape is highly competitive, with many major companies and startups operating in the region. The province’s strategic location, combined with its well-developed infrastructure, makes it an attractive hub for businesses looking to establish themselves in Africa. As a result, there is a high demand for skilled IT professionals who can support the growth of these companies.
The average salary ranges for IT professionals in the Western Cape are as follows: software engineers and developers can expect to earn between R800 000 to R1 200 000 per annum; data scientists and analysts can range from R600 000 to R900 000; cybersecurity specialists can earn anywhere from R500 000 to R800 000; and IT project managers can command salaries ranging from R400 000 to R700 000. These figures are based on industry standards and may vary depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, and company size.
To succeed in an IT career in the Western Cape, professionals need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages (Java, Python, C++), data structures and algorithms, software development methodologies, cloud computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), cybersecurity principles, and excellent communication skills. Additionally, knowledge of industry-specific tools and technologies, such as SAP or Oracle, can be highly valued.
Several major companies and industries are actively hiring IT professionals in the Western Cape. For example, tech giants like IBM and Dell have a strong presence in the region, while financial institutions such as Standard Bank and First National Bank also have significant IT departments. The automotive industry is another major sector that employs IT professionals, with companies like Toyota and Volkswagen having operations in the province.
Career growth opportunities are plentiful for IT professionals in the Western Cape, with many companies offering training and development programs to help employees upskill and reskill. With experience, professionals can move into senior roles such as technical lead or manager, or transition into related fields like business analysis or consulting. The region’s entrepreneurial spirit also makes it an ideal location for startups, providing opportunities for IT professionals to launch their own businesses or join innovative companies that are shaping the future of technology.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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