Chief Technology Strategist

4 days ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Tbwa ChiatDay Inc Full time

The role of the Group Chief Technology Officer at Takealot Group is a dynamic and challenging opportunity for a seasoned technology leader to drive the company's technical vision and strategy.

Reporting to the Group CEO, this position will lead the engineering teams responsible for the application development of Takealot.com and its supporting operational verticals across all platforms.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of crafting and rolling out several technologies and products to fast-paced dynamic businesses, with experience in working on complex systems and the adoption of new and state-of-the-art technologies.

Responsibilities will include establishing the company's technical vision, driving technological innovation, shaping the digital roadmap, and ensuring the successful implementation of technology initiatives.

  • Technical Vision: Develop and communicate a clear technical vision that aligns with the company's business goals and objectives.
  • Innovation: Drive technological innovation, shape the digital roadmap, and ensure the successful implementation of technology initiatives.
  • Leadership: Lead high-performing engineering teams and demonstrate outstanding people leadership skills.
  • Tech Strategy: Collaborate closely with product and business leadership to ensure the company's technology requirements are aligned with the company's vision, strategy, and roadmap.


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