Head of Engineering

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced engineering leader who is passionate about leveraging technology to empower African businesses. The ideal candidate will possess a robust technical background in system architecture, CI/CD pipelines, automation, cloud platforms, containerization, and microservices. This individual will lead and mentor cross-functional engineering teams, spearheading the development and deployment of scalable, secure, and reliable software systems. They will collaborate with diverse teams to deliver impactful features, improve system resilience, and maintain 99.9% uptime, ensuring alignment of engineering efforts with business objectives while fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and scaling cross-functional engineering teams.
• Strong mentorship skills with the ability to coach and develop engineering talent.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices, compliance standards, and data privacy regulations.
• Hands-on experience with payment systems, including card processing and integration.
• High analytical thinking to diagnose complex issues and deliver structured solutions.
• Excellent communication skills to articulate complex technical concepts to stakeholders.
• Proactive problem-solving approach with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.