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Lead Engineer

TFG (The Foschini Group)

South Africa · On-site Full-time Lead 1mo ago

About the role

Job Description

  • 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 the successful delivery of projects on time and within budget
  • Stay abreast of 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 analyse 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
  • Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices, with hands-on experience in backend and frontend development
  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and modern development frameworks/tools

Skills

  • Languages: C#, Javascript, SQL, Python, Go
  • Frameworks: Angular, React, .NET, .NET Core
  • ORM Tools: Entity Framework, Hibernate
  • Relational Databases: Oracle, MSSql, MySQL
  • Cloud Environments: Azure, AWS
  • Messaging/Event: Kafka

About Us

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.

We’re the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.

Are you with us?

About The Team

At TFG, technology is the silent engine behind fashion, financial services, and our factory floors. Our Infotec team builds the platforms that power over 3,600 stores and millions of customer moments. From cloud-native retail applications to AI/ML deployments, we solve real-world retail problems at scale. Whether you love engineering, data, architecture, or innovation at the edge—we have room for your kind of talent. Let’s build something enduring together.

Skills

AngularAWSAzureC#Entity FrameworkGoHibernateJavaScriptKafkaMySQLMSSqlOraclePythonReact.NET.NET CoreSQL

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