Head of Software Engineering - Python (Python Stack/ Django / FinTech / Google Cloud) – Johannesburg, South Africa

Reference Number: SR-HeadSE-Python

Job Description:

Our client within the Fintech Sector is currently recruiting a Head of Software Engineering - Python to join their growing team to support Africa; This position is based in Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa.  As the Head of Software Engineering - Python you will have the opportunity to build and own core systems, key features and be part of a dynamic engineering culture. The Head of Software Engineering will be responsible for directing the teams towards the development of our platform and its associated products. You will guide development teams through the programming, testing, and deployment of the platform. This will require working with and managing the workflow of software developers and being responsible for meeting timelines agreed upon with project owners. You will work closely with and report to the CTO, while also interfacing with stakeholders across the business.

The Technology

The technology consists primarily of a cloud-based web application, hosted on scalable Linux infrastructure, and built on a number of tools including Python, Django, MySQL, Bootstrap, NGINX, VPN software, to mention a few. As a full stack developer, you will work on all parts of technology stack, from the server-side applications and databases to backend and client facing web-services and APIs. You will also be part of infrastructure design, provisioning and application architecture and scaling discussions.

Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership, management and technical vision for the respective software development department.
• Meet strategic objectives as set by the CTO
• Lead a cross functional team of both inhouse and off-shore developers in support of new products and integration projects.
• Direct and manage software engineering resource allocation, schedules and budget.
• Drive high performance and output in the team through training, mentoring, coaching and performance reviews.
• Identify and encourage areas for growth and improvement within the team and manage their career paths.
• Prepare and present reports, manuals and other documentation on the status, operation and maintenance of software projects, as well as team performance.
• Assess opportunities for application and process improvement and prepare documentation of rationale to share with team members and other affected parties.
• Research and evaluate new technologies and best practices.
• Oversee & sign-off live release deployments, ensuring high quality.
• Maintain and foster relationships between business users and key stakeholders.
• Ensure effectiveness of processes and controls to ensure that team delivers high-quality software.
• Assist removing technical obstacles, help enhance team processes, handle resource issues and interact with varied members to ensure sprint iteration and product release successful delivery.

Requirements:

Technical Skills:

• Strong, demonstrable experience in Python and Django
• DevOps experience
• Working knowledge of Google Cloud Platform
• Java experience is a bonus
• Knowledge of TDD and Agile software development are a plus

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of a Bachelors (BSc) in Electrical, Telecommunications and/or Software Engineering or equivalent work experience
• 4+ years as an advanced programmer or equivalent experience in required technologies
• 3+ years in a leadership role

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to Shearidan Rabsch at [email protected]

Please visit www.caglobalint.com for more exciting opportunities.

Shearidan Rabsch

Senior Recruitment Consultant

CA Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

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