Tech Operations Lead / Team Lead (Architecture + Delivery) – JHB - Hybrid

Recruiter:

Datafin IT Recruitment

Job Ref:

1355804218

Date posted:

Monday, February 9, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

ENVIRONMENT:

Our Client is a leading Web3 product and development partner, specialising in fintech, digital assets, blockchain infrastructure, and institutional-grade systems. They are seeking a hands-on technical leader responsible for platform stability, architectural governance, and disciplined delivery in a Web3/fintech environment. This role ensures the platform runs smoothly while managing developers and mitigating technical risk. This role is Ideal for: A pragmatic, delivery-focused leader who values stability and can bridge technical execution with business goals.

DUTIES:

Own technical operations, delivery timelines, and platform stability.
Act as architecture gatekeeper and solution designer.
Manage and mentor developers.
Reduce single-point-of-failure risk through knowledge sharing.
Partner with external Web3 specialists as needed.
Uphold fintech-grade reliability standards.

REQUIREMENTS:

Must have: Web3/crypto/blockchain experience.
Tech stack: Node.js v18, Express.js, React.js.
5+ years in technical leadership or architecture roles.
Strong operational mindset; calm under pressure.
Comfortable enforcing standards and rejecting unstable changes.
Excellent communication and team management skills.

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