VP of Engineering

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTI004962/KM

Date posted:

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Assemble, lead, and scale a team of elite engineers to drive innovation and build world-class technology. If you have the strategic vision of Nick Fury, the leadership of Captain America, and the technical genius of Tony Stark, this is your moment.

POSITION INFO:

Job Description:
Our client is on a mission to revolutionize their platform, and they need a VP of Engineering to be the mastermind behind their tech evolution. This role is about more than just coding—it's about assembling top talent, optimizing processes, and ensuring their engineering squad operates at superhero levels. You'll craft high-performance frameworks, drive technical excellence, and shape the company’s future. From resource planning to mentorship, recruitment to culture-building—you'll be the leader that keeps the engineering Avengers assembled and ready to conquer challenges.

Skills & Experience:
Proven ability to scale and lead high-performing engineering teams
Solid software development background with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)
Mastery of modern development practices (CI/CD, SDLC)
Experience with engineering performance frameworks (OKRs, KPIs, DORA metrics)
Strategic decision-making skills to optimize technical trade-offs and resource planning
Strong people management and coaching expertise

Qualification:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Why Join?
Competitive salary, bonuses & top-tier benefits
A high-impact role with full autonomy to shape the engineering future
Access to cutting-edge professional development & tech resources
A dynamic, collaborative, and fast-paced environment where your leadership will leave a legacy

If you're ready to take the helm and drive innovation like a true superhero, assemble your resume and apply today!

Contact Kauthar Marcus on or , quoting the Ref: CTI004962.

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