Tech Lead
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Permanent
- Full-time
In this role, you’ll oversee the development of complex software applications, mentor a talented team of developers, and ensure the successful delivery of high-impact projects. You’ll play a key role in designing and developing new solutions while maintaining and improving existing products.What You’ll Do
- Lead and mentor a team of software developers, fostering a culture of learning and growth.
- Translate business requirements into scalable, efficient technical solutions.
- Develop high-quality applications using technologies such as Python, Java/Kotlin, JavaScript, Vue.js, Node.js, C#, MySQL, and Microsoft SQL.
- Design and architect microservices and web API integrations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, DevOps, and QA.
- Take ownership of quality throughout the SDLC, ensuring smooth deployments.
- Oversee project delivery, track progress, and manage risks.
- 6+ years of software development experience, with at least 2 years in a senior role.
- Proven leadership experience managing and mentoring a development team.
- Strong hands-on expertise with technologies including Vue.js, Node.js, MySQL, MS SQL, AWS (Lambdas/EC2/S3/SQS/SNS), API development, Redis, RabbitMQ, and Kafka.
- In-depth knowledge of microservices architecture and modern web API integration.
- Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong soft skills: communication, stakeholder management, facilitation, and conflict resolution.
- Familiarity with development tools like IntelliJ Idea, Postman, Visual Studio Code, GitLab, MySQL Workbench, and Atlassian.
- A degree in Computer Science, IT, or related (advantageous).