The mission of Speechify is to make sure that reading is never a barrier to learning.

Over 50 million people use Speechify’s text-to-speech products to turn whatever they’re reading – PDFs, books, Google Docs, news articles, websites – into audio, so they can read faster, read more, and remember more. Speechify’s text-to-speech reading products include its iOS app, Android App, Mac App, Chrome Extension, and Web App. Google recently named Speechify the Chrome Extension of the Year and Apple named Speechify its 2025 Design Award winner for Inclusivity.  

Today, nearly 200 people around the globe work on Speechify in a 100% distributed setting – Speechify has no office. These include frontend and backend engineers, AI research scientists, and others from Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, leading PhD programs like Stanford, high growth startups like Stripe, Vercel, Bolt, and many founders of their own companies.

Overview

We're looking to hire for our Data side of our AI team at Speechify. This role is responsible for all aspects of data collection to support our model training operations. We are able to build high-quality datasets at petabyte-scale and low cost through a tight integration of infrastructure, engineering, and research work. We are looking for a skilled Software Engineer to join us.

What You’ll Do

• Be scrappy to find new sources of audio data and bring it into our ingestion pipeline
• Operate and extend the cloud infrastructure for our ingestion pipeline, currently running on GCP and managed with Terraform.
• Collaborate closely with our Scientists to shift the cost/throughput/quality frontier, delivering richer data at bigger scale and lower cost to power our next-generation models.
• Collaborate with others on the AI Team and Speechify Leadership to craft the AI Team’s dataset roadmap to power Speechify’s next-generation consumer and enterprise products.

An Ideal Candidate Should Have

• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or a related field.
• 5+ years of industry experience in software development.
• Proficiency with bash/Python scripting in Linux environments
• Proficiency in Docker and Infrastructure-as-Code concepts and professional experience with at least one major Cloud Provider (we use GCP)
• Experience with web crawlers, large-scale data processing workflows is a plus
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

What we offer

• A fast-growing environment where you can help shape the company and product.
• An entrepreneurial-minded team that supports risk, intuition, and hustle.
• A hands-off management approach so you can focus and do your best work.
• An opportunity to make a big impact in a transformative industry.
• Competitive salaries, a friendly and laid-back atmosphere, and a commitment to building a great asynchronous culture.
• Opportunity to work on a life-changing product that millions of people use.
• Build products that directly impact and support people with learning differences like dyslexia, ADD, low vision, concussions, autism, and more.
• Work in one of the fastest-growing sectors of tech, the intersection of artificial intelligence and audio.

Think you’re a good fit for this job? 

Tell us more about yourself and why you're interested in the role when you apply.
And don’t forget to include links to your portfolio and LinkedIn.

Not looking but know someone who would make a great fit? 

Refer them! 

Speechify is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. 

Speechify does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Join Our Mission at Takealot Fulfilment Solutions | We Are TFS

Revolutionising e-commerce logistics in South Africa with cutting-edge technology and operational excellence. We deliver 30+ million orders annually, empowering businesses and driving economic growth.

Who We're Looking For:

Innovative, ambitious individuals ready to shape the future of e-commerce logistics. At TFS, "Uniquely You" meets "Powerfully Us", where your individuality strengthens our collective mission.

This position reports to the International and 4PL Supply Chain Manager

Your responsibilities can include:

• To analyze and understand project scope and core objectives
• Lead requirements elicitation workshops with stakeholders to define high level business requirements
• Assist stakeholders to prioritize the requirements
• Plan and lead workshops with stakeholders and technical resources to elicit detailed, low level functional requirements
• Critically evaluate information gathered from multiple sources, reconcile conflicts, break down high-level information into their constituent details, abstract up from low-level information to a general understanding, and distinguish user requests from the underlying true business needs
• Collaborate with technical lead and subject matter experts to establish the technical vision and analyze trade-offs between usability and performance needs
• Proactively communicate and collaborate with project team to analyze information needs and
• functional requirements to deliver the following artifacts as needed:
  ● Business/functional requirement specification
  ● Wireframes Workflow / process flow diagrams
  ● Data Model/s
  ● Obtain sign-off on the specifications
  ● Be proactive in ensuring that the development and QA teams understand the requirements by attending daily team meetings and initiating functional clarification sessions where needed
• Be the liaison between the business and the engineering team
• Project manage the implementation of selected project initiatives
• Review the test plan and test scripts to ensure quality and coverage Performing user acceptance testing
• Creating and maintaining operational reports on Looker, Looker Studio
• The purpose of a business analyst is to bridge the gap between stakeholders and the development team, interpreting business requirements into understandable development tasks to match a final software product with the expected business value

Qualifications and experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or Computer Science , Business Management, Commerce ,or similar degree
• 3-5 years experience in business analysis or product management or a related field
• Data Visualization: building and maintaining dashboards using tools such as Tableau, Looker, or Power BI
• Experience working with Google BigQuery (GBQ)
• Experience with SQL (advantageous)

Attributes required :

• Solutions-oriented, can-do attitude and high energy
• Strong analytical and critical thinking, using data to inform decisions
• Passion for understanding ambiguous, complex problems and driving high quality, innovative, clean solutions
• Versatile and with an appetite to learn by doing
• Highly structured thinker with strong attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex
• Information in a clear and concise manner to a variety of audience, including technical and no - technical individuals

Why Join TFS:

• Purpose-driven impact: Transform lives through logistics innovation
• Advanced technology: Work with cutting-edge systems in a fast-paced environment
• Career growth: Thrive in an agile space that champions continuous improvement
• Inclusive culture: Your unique perspective drives extraordinary results

At TFS, your growth is our growth. You'll be joining a team powered by Takealot Group's core values. 

More than just a job, we offer: 

A culture that celebrates individual uniqueness while championing the strength of togetherness. Be part of creating sustainable, scalable solutions that make a difference across South Africa's e-commerce landscape.

Takealot Group is looking for a Junior Product Manager to help improve its Fulfilment Experiences - a key part of what makes Takealot.com one of the most successful ecommerce platforms in South Africa. In this role, you will focus on tools that support the day-to-day operational teams within supply chain and logistics, helping to create the best fulfillment experiences for internal and external clients. 

You will work closely with engineering, supply chain & logistics operations, and client-focused teams to define requirements, test ideas, and deliver improvements that drive better fulfillment experiences and measurable business impact.  You bring analytical thinking, customer empathy, and a practical product mindset, helping the team identify opportunities, prioritise initiatives, and scale what works.

Think you’ve been challenged before? Think again!

• Scale: Over 4 million happy shoppers shop online on takealot.com and 2.7 million on Mr D. Show them what you can do.
• Learn: We work with the best of the best. Work alongside leaders and upskill in record time.
• Grow: Expand your career in the fast-growing Takealot Group: Takealot.com, Mr D, and Takealot Fulfilment Solutions

The position reports to the Fulfilment Product Lead.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Drive roadmap initiatives that power Fulfilment Experiences. This includes innovating and improving the back-end systems that enable seamless and scalable delivery execution, as well as client frontends.

• Translate business needs into actionable and measurable projects; partner with business owners to understand their challenges and priorities, to translate these into initiatives that improve the fulfilment experience.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by evolving product management practices to suit the fast-paced, dynamic nature of supply chain and logistics.
• Define and monitor key metrics (e.g., delivery turnaround time, fulfilment experience scores) to inform product decisions. Use data to create compelling business cases for prioritising initiatives.
• You will analyse and understand project scope and core objectives through requirements workshops with stakeholders to define business requirements
• Conduct workshops with stakeholders to elicit detailed functional requirements. Document these requirements (OKR & BRS) for engineering teams to create technical specifications.
• Work with technical leads and subject matter experts to align on the technical vision, balancing the operational trade-offs with usability, scalability, and performance.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineers, BI analysts, and UI designers, to deliver projects on time and within scope. Track project progress from concept to release, ensuring alignment with business goals.

• Evolve appropriate Product Management practices for a responsive, dynamic environment to foster cost-effective execution to commitments
• Collaborate with QA teams to review test plans and scripts, ensuring comprehensive coverage and high-quality product releases. Perform user acceptance testing to validate functionality.
• Project management by setting timelines, driving project schedules and leading cross-functional development teams from design through to release. This includes monitoring for slippage and/or updating timelines and adjusting for changing scopes of work or considering mitigation options.
• Understand your target “customer” - assess end-users to ensure products deliver a seamless, efficient, and transparent experience..
• Performing user acceptance testing.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Relevant Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma (Information Systems / Computer Science / Engineering / Commerce) with 3 to 5 years of experience in product management, business analysis, or a related role, preferably driving large, company-wide initiatives through projects or responsibilities
• Experience in an agile/iterative project management and development environment is beneficial
• Experience working on customer-facing frontends, web, and apps
• Prior experience in logistics, on-demand delivery platforms, or e-commerce is preferred
• Prior experience in web-based frontend operational system development is preferred

 The skills we need:

• Client focus: An understanding of what it takes to satisfy a variety of clients with varying needs.
• Execution skills: Demonstrated ability to define and execute a detailed product roadmap, particularly in the ecommerce, logistics or supply chain space.
• Solution-oriented: Proactive, accountable, and motivated to solve complex problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Data-driven approach: Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to inform decisions and measure success.
• Technical acumen: Familiarity with back-end systems, APIs, and technologies that support logistics execution, such as route optimization algorithms, real-time tracking, and trip allocation logic. Thorough knowledge of prevailing and emerging mobile and e-commerce trends and technologies.
• Stakeholder management: Exceptional organisational and communication skills to balance multiple priorities and align cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail: A meticulous approach to product development and the required documentation to support the successful assessment and execution of a detailed product initiative.
• Customer advocate: A strong focus on improving the experience for both drivers, franchise hubs and customers.

Let’s talk about life @ Takealot Group

• The power is in your hands: We offer a market-related Total Remuneration Package that allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.
• No doors: We aren’t fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like? High five, collab, and make something great.
• Remote working: Love water cooler chats and working from home? Takealot.com offers a remote (within South Africa) or hybrid working model for the best of both worlds.
• Mentorship programme: We aren’t kidding when we say the people with the best people win. Now’s your chance to be one of the best by learning from the best.
• Naspers Tech Community & Online Learning: Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Upskill with free access to courses on MyAcademy, Udacity, Coursera, and more.
• Good times: Get to know the other extraordinary minds at takealot.com during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini-golf, think good times).
• Staff discount. Millions of products across 28 departments. What more could you ask for?
• Birthday leave: Cake Day all the way. Enjoy your day off - you deserve it. 
• Right tools, right job: Mac or Windows, two monitors or one. Whatever your preference, you’ll work on the latest tech of the latest tech.
• Help when you need it most: Confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance, for free, anytime, anywhere.
• Free parking: No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to).

Like what you see?

If you meet the above, you are an Extraordinary Mind. Apply today!!

Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities to apply.

Takealot Group is looking for a Junior Product Manager to help improve its Fulfilment Experiences - a key part of what makes Takealot.com one of the most successful ecommerce platforms in South Africa. In this role, you will focus on tools that support the day-to-day operational teams within supply chain and logistics, helping to create the best fulfillment experiences for internal and external clients. 

You will work closely with engineering, supply chain & logistics operations, and client-focused teams to define requirements, test ideas, and deliver improvements that drive better fulfillment experiences and measurable business impact.  You bring analytical thinking, customer empathy, and a practical product mindset, helping the team identify opportunities, prioritise initiatives, and scale what works.

Think you’ve been challenged before? Think again!

• Scale: Over 4 million happy shoppers shop online on takealot.com and 2.7 million on Mr D. Show them what you can do.
• Learn: We work with the best of the best. Work alongside leaders and upskill in record time.
• Grow: Expand your career in the fast-growing Takealot Group: Takealot.com, Mr D, and Takealot Fulfilment Solutions

The position reports to the Fulfilment Product Lead.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Drive roadmap initiatives that power Fulfilment Experiences. This includes innovating and improving the back-end systems that enable seamless and scalable delivery execution, as well as client frontends.

• Translate business needs into actionable and measurable projects; partner with business owners to understand their challenges and priorities, to translate these into initiatives that improve the fulfilment experience.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by evolving product management practices to suit the fast-paced, dynamic nature of supply chain and logistics.
• Define and monitor key metrics (e.g., delivery turnaround time, fulfilment experience scores) to inform product decisions. Use data to create compelling business cases for prioritising initiatives.
• You will analyse and understand project scope and core objectives through requirements workshops with stakeholders to define business requirements
• Conduct workshops with stakeholders to elicit detailed functional requirements. Document these requirements (OKR & BRS) for engineering teams to create technical specifications.
• Work with technical leads and subject matter experts to align on the technical vision, balancing the operational trade-offs with usability, scalability, and performance.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineers, BI analysts, and UI designers, to deliver projects on time and within scope. Track project progress from concept to release, ensuring alignment with business goals.

• Evolve appropriate Product Management practices for a responsive, dynamic environment to foster cost-effective execution to commitments
• Collaborate with QA teams to review test plans and scripts, ensuring comprehensive coverage and high-quality product releases. Perform user acceptance testing to validate functionality.
• Project management by setting timelines, driving project schedules and leading cross-functional development teams from design through to release. This includes monitoring for slippage and/or updating timelines and adjusting for changing scopes of work or considering mitigation options.
• Understand your target “customer” - assess end-users to ensure products deliver a seamless, efficient, and transparent experience..
• Performing user acceptance testing.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Relevant Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma (Information Systems / Computer Science / Engineering / Commerce) with 3 to 5 years of experience in product management, business analysis, or a related role, preferably driving large, company-wide initiatives through projects or responsibilities
• Experience in an agile/iterative project management and development environment is beneficial
• Experience working on customer-facing frontends, web, and apps
• Prior experience in logistics, on-demand delivery platforms, or e-commerce is preferred
• Prior experience in web-based frontend operational system development is preferred

 The skills we need:

• Client focus: An understanding of what it takes to satisfy a variety of clients with varying needs.
• Execution skills: Demonstrated ability to define and execute a detailed product roadmap, particularly in the ecommerce, logistics or supply chain space.
• Solution-oriented: Proactive, accountable, and motivated to solve complex problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Data-driven approach: Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to inform decisions and measure success.
• Technical acumen: Familiarity with back-end systems, APIs, and technologies that support logistics execution, such as route optimization algorithms, real-time tracking, and trip allocation logic. Thorough knowledge of prevailing and emerging mobile and e-commerce trends and technologies.
• Stakeholder management: Exceptional organisational and communication skills to balance multiple priorities and align cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail: A meticulous approach to product development and the required documentation to support the successful assessment and execution of a detailed product initiative.
• Customer advocate: A strong focus on improving the experience for both drivers, franchise hubs and customers.

Let’s talk about life @ Takealot Group

• The power is in your hands: We offer a market-related Total Remuneration Package that allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.
• No doors: We aren’t fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like? High five, collab, and make something great.
• Remote working: Love water cooler chats and working from home? Takealot.com offers a remote (within South Africa) or hybrid working model for the best of both worlds.
• Mentorship programme: We aren’t kidding when we say the people with the best people win. Now’s your chance to be one of the best by learning from the best.
• Naspers Tech Community & Online Learning: Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Upskill with free access to courses on MyAcademy, Udacity, Coursera, and more.
• Good times: Get to know the other extraordinary minds at takealot.com during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini-golf, think good times).
• Staff discount. Millions of products across 28 departments. What more could you ask for?
• Birthday leave: Cake Day all the way. Enjoy your day off - you deserve it. 
• Right tools, right job: Mac or Windows, two monitors or one. Whatever your preference, you’ll work on the latest tech of the latest tech.
• Help when you need it most: Confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance, for free, anytime, anywhere.
• Free parking: No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to).

Like what you see?

If you meet the above, you are an Extraordinary Mind. Apply today!!

Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities to apply.

Takealot Group is looking for a Junior Product Manager to help improve its Fulfilment Experiences - a key part of what makes Takealot.com one of the most successful ecommerce platforms in South Africa. In this role, you will focus on tools that support the day-to-day operational teams within supply chain and logistics, helping to create the best fulfillment experiences for internal and external clients. 

You will work closely with engineering, supply chain & logistics operations, and client-focused teams to define requirements, test ideas, and deliver improvements that drive better fulfillment experiences and measurable business impact.  You bring analytical thinking, customer empathy, and a practical product mindset, helping the team identify opportunities, prioritise initiatives, and scale what works.

Think you’ve been challenged before? Think again!

• Scale: Over 4 million happy shoppers shop online on takealot.com and 2.7 million on Mr D. Show them what you can do.
• Learn: We work with the best of the best. Work alongside leaders and upskill in record time.
• Grow: Expand your career in the fast-growing Takealot Group: Takealot.com, Mr D, and Takealot Fulfilment Solutions

The position reports to the Fulfilment Product Lead.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Drive roadmap initiatives that power Fulfilment Experiences. This includes innovating and improving the back-end systems that enable seamless and scalable delivery execution, as well as client frontends.

• Translate business needs into actionable and measurable projects; partner with business owners to understand their challenges and priorities, to translate these into initiatives that improve the fulfilment experience.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by evolving product management practices to suit the fast-paced, dynamic nature of supply chain and logistics.
• Define and monitor key metrics (e.g., delivery turnaround time, fulfilment experience scores) to inform product decisions. Use data to create compelling business cases for prioritising initiatives.
• You will analyse and understand project scope and core objectives through requirements workshops with stakeholders to define business requirements
• Conduct workshops with stakeholders to elicit detailed functional requirements. Document these requirements (OKR & BRS) for engineering teams to create technical specifications.
• Work with technical leads and subject matter experts to align on the technical vision, balancing the operational trade-offs with usability, scalability, and performance.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineers, BI analysts, and UI designers, to deliver projects on time and within scope. Track project progress from concept to release, ensuring alignment with business goals.

• Evolve appropriate Product Management practices for a responsive, dynamic environment to foster cost-effective execution to commitments
• Collaborate with QA teams to review test plans and scripts, ensuring comprehensive coverage and high-quality product releases. Perform user acceptance testing to validate functionality.
• Project management by setting timelines, driving project schedules and leading cross-functional development teams from design through to release. This includes monitoring for slippage and/or updating timelines and adjusting for changing scopes of work or considering mitigation options.
• Understand your target “customer” - assess end-users to ensure products deliver a seamless, efficient, and transparent experience..
• Performing user acceptance testing.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Relevant Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma (Information Systems / Computer Science / Engineering / Commerce) with at least 5 years of experience in product management, business analysis, or a related role, preferably driving large, company-wide initiatives through projects or responsibilities
• Experience in an agile/iterative project management and development environment is beneficial
• Experience working on customer-facing frontends, web, and apps
• Prior experience in logistics, on-demand delivery platforms, or e-commerce is preferred
• Prior experience in web-based frontend operational system development is preferred

 The skills we need:

• Client focus: An understanding of what it takes to satisfy a variety of clients with varying needs.
• Execution skills: Demonstrated ability to define and execute a detailed product roadmap, particularly in the ecommerce, logistics or supply chain space.
• Solution-oriented: Proactive, accountable, and motivated to solve complex problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Data-driven approach: Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to inform decisions and measure success.
• Technical acumen: Familiarity with back-end systems, APIs, and technologies that support logistics execution, such as route optimization algorithms, real-time tracking, and trip allocation logic. Thorough knowledge of prevailing and emerging mobile and e-commerce trends and technologies.
• Stakeholder management: Exceptional organisational and communication skills to balance multiple priorities and align cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail: A meticulous approach to product development and the required documentation to support the successful assessment and execution of a detailed product initiative.
• Customer advocate: A strong focus on improving the experience for both drivers, franchise hubs and customers.

Let’s talk about life @ Takealot Group

• The power is in your hands: We offer a market-related Total Remuneration Package that allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.
• No doors: We aren’t fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like? High five, collab, and make something great.
• Remote working: Love water cooler chats and working from home? Takealot.com offers a remote (within South Africa) or hybrid working model for the best of both worlds.
• Mentorship programme: We aren’t kidding when we say the people with the best people win. Now’s your chance to be one of the best by learning from the best.
• Naspers Tech Community & Online Learning: Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Upskill with free access to courses on MyAcademy, Udacity, Coursera, and more.
• Good times: Get to know the other extraordinary minds at takealot.com during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini-golf, think good times).
• Staff discount. Millions of products across 28 departments. What more could you ask for?
• Birthday leave: Cake Day all the way. Enjoy your day off - you deserve it. 
• Right tools, right job: Mac or Windows, two monitors or one. Whatever your preference, you’ll work on the latest tech of the latest tech.
• Help when you need it most: Confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance, for free, anytime, anywhere.
• Free parking: No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to).

Like what you see?

If you meet the above, you are an Extraordinary Mind. Apply today!!

Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities to apply.

Takealot Group is looking for a Product Manager to help improve its Fulfilment Experiences - a key part of what makes Takealot.com one of the most successful ecommerce platforms in South Africa. In this role, you will focus on tools that support the day-to-day operational teams within supply chain and logistics, helping to create the best fulfillment experiences for internal and external clients. 

You will work closely with engineering, supply chain & logistics operations, and client-focused teams to define requirements, test ideas, and deliver improvements that drive better fulfillment experiences and measurable business impact. You bring analytical thinking, customer empathy, and a practical product mindset, helping the team identify opportunities, prioritise initiatives, and scale what works.

Think you’ve been challenged before? Think again!

• Scale: Over 4 million happy shoppers shop online on takealot.com and 2.7 million on Mr D. Show them what you can do.
• Learn: We work with the best of the best. Work alongside leaders and upskill in record time.
• Grow: Expand your career in the fast-growing Takealot Group: Takealot.com, Mr D, and Takealot Fulfilment Solutions

The position reports to the Fulfilment Product Lead.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Define and drive the roadmap that powers Fulfilment Experiences. This includes innovating and improving the back-end systems that enable seamless and scalable delivery execution, as well as client frontends.

• Translate business needs into actionable and measurable projects; partner with business owners to understand their challenges and priorities, to translate these into initiatives that improve the fulfilment experience.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by evolving product management practices to suit the fast-paced, dynamic nature of supply chain and logistics.
• Define and monitor key metrics (e.g., delivery turnaround time, fulfilment experiences scores) to inform product decisions. Use data to create compelling business cases for prioritising initiatives.
• You will analyse and understand project scope and core objectives through requirements workshops with stakeholders to define business requirements
• Conduct workshops with stakeholders to elicit detailed functional requirements. Document these requirements (OKR & BRS) for engineering teams to create technical specifications.
• Work with technical leads and subject matter experts to align on the technical vision, balancing the operational trade-offs with usability, scalability, and performance.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineers, BI analysts, and UI designers, to deliver projects on time and within scope. Track project progress from concept to release, ensuring alignment with business goals.

• Evolve appropriate Product Management practices for a responsive, dynamic environment to foster cost-effective execution of commitments
• Collaborate with QA teams to review test plans and scripts, ensuring comprehensive coverage and high-quality product releases. Perform user acceptance testing to validate functionality.
• Project management by setting timelines, driving project schedules, and leading cross-functional development teams from design through to release. This includes monitoring for slippage and/or updating timelines and adjusting for changing scopes of work or considering mitigation options.
• Understand your target “customer” - assess end-users to ensure products deliver a seamless, efficient, and transparent experience.
• Performing user acceptance testing.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Relevant Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma (Information Systems / Computer Science / Engineering/Commerce) with at least 5 years of experience in product management, business analysis, or a related role, preferably driving large, company-wide initiatives through projects or responsibilities
• Experience in an agile/iterative project management and development environment is beneficial
• Experience working on customer-facing frontends, web, and apps
• Prior experience in logistics, on-demand delivery platforms, or e-commerce is preferred
• Prior experience in web-based frontend operational system development

 The skills we need:

• Client focus: An understanding of what it takes to satisfy a variety of clients with varying needs.
• Execution skills: Demonstrated ability to define and execute a detailed product roadmap, particularly in the ecommerce, logistics, or supply-chain space.
• Solution-oriented: Proactive, accountable, and motivated to solve complex problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Data-driven approach: Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to inform decisions and measure success.
• Technical acumen: Familiarity with back-end systems, APIs, and technologies that support logistics execution, such as route optimization algorithms, real-time tracking, and trip allocation logic. Thorough knowledge of prevailing and emerging mobile and e-commerce trends and technologies.
• Stakeholder management: Exceptional organizational and communication skills to balance multiple priorities and align cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail: A meticulous approach to product development and the required documentation to support the successful assessment and execution of a detailed product initiative.
• Customer advocate: A strong focus on improving the experience for both drivers, franchise hubs, and customers.

Let’s talk about life @ Takealot Group

• The power is in your hands: We offer a market-related Total Remuneration Package that allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.
• No doors: We aren’t fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like? High five, collab, and make something great.
• Remote working: Love water cooler chats and working from home? Takealot.com offers a remote (within South Africa) or hybrid working model for the best of both worlds.
• Mentorship programme: We aren’t kidding when we say the people with the best people win. Now’s your chance to be one of the best by learning from the best.
• Naspers Tech Community & Online Learning: Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Upskill with free access to courses on MyAcademy, Udacity, Coursera, and more.
• Good times: Get to know the other extraordinary minds at takealot.com during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini-golf, think good times).
• Staff discount. Millions of products across 28 departments. What more could you ask for?
• Birthday leave: Cake Day all the way. Enjoy your day off - you deserve it. 
• Right tools, right job: Mac or Windows, two monitors or one. Whatever your preference, you’ll work on the latest tech of the latest tech.
• Help when you need it most: Confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance, for free, anytime, anywhere.
• Free parking: No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to).

Like what you see?

If you meet the above, you are an Extraordinary Mind. Apply today!!

Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities to apply.

At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to eliminate the back row in education – and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class digital education at scale. As the parent company of edX, the world’s leading online learning platform, 2U powers more than 4,000 online higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporate partners, we are helping to unlock human potential.

What We’re Looking For:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Engineer III to serve as a key individual contributor responsible for architecting, implementing, and maintaining robust Data Technology Systems across the entire Modern Data Stack (Data Integration, Storage, Transformation, and Governance). This role demands deep technical proficiency and architectural foresight, requiring the candidate to be hands-on, capable of diving deep into any part of the stack, and executing complex technical work efficiently. 

As a senior member of the team, you will spearhead technical and infrastructure innovation, mature our code base and development processes, and provide essential technical guidance and mentorship to Junior and Intermediate Data Engineers. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Analytics Engineers and Product Managers, to ensure the delivery of optimized data pipelines and reliable, high-impact data products.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Technical
• Design and build robust, scalable, and high-performance ETL/ELT data pipelines
• Develop and implement solutions using advanced programming languages (e.g., Python, SQL, DBT)
• Optimize and performance-tune complex data workflows and queries to handle massive data volumes and ensure minimal latency
• Assist with the design and implementation of data models for Data Warehouses (Snowflake etc.)
• Implement data quality frameworks (validation, monitoring, and testing) to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and completeness
• Establish comprehensive error logging and alerting systems for pipeline health and failure remediation
• Apply DevOps practices to data infrastructure, often involving Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform)
• Management 
• Effectively leverage knowledge, expertise and experience to lead and deliver projects
• Effectively support and mentor data engineers
• Business
• Stakeholder management throughout all business departments
• Collaborate with other engineers and analysts to execute projects
• Personal 
• Perform research and constantly stays on top of the industry’s trends
• Engage and proactively seek opportunities for improvement through ongoing learning

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

• 5+ years experience in the Data industry
  • 4+ years experience in a Data Engineering role
• Expert in SQL to then implement where needed in Data Warehousing systems and Data Pipelines
• PostgreSQL / MySQL / Python / R / Redshift / Snowflake experience
• Experience in database design and database management
• A sound understanding of data management principles, including data quality assurance and data governance
• Experience in source code and version control systems
• Experience with infrastructure automation (Terraform) 
• Familiarity working with containerized services (Docker and Kubernetes)
• Experience in the shipment of data using various methods, such as ETL/ELT, within tools such as Airflow (MWAA), Argo, dbt
• Experience using services within the AWS ecosystem (e.g, RDS, EC2, Redshift, EKS)
• Understanding or knowledge of Linux commands (bash scripting)
• Manages multiple projects, resolves challenges swiftly, delivers adaptable approaches, and values diverse opinions.
• Takes ownership, anticipates new problems, tests solutions, and mentors on effective problem-solving techniques.
• Sets quarterly goals aligned with team objectives, tracks progress in Workday, and communicates barriers to the manager. Takes personal responsibility for quality and timeliness of work, correcting mistakes and learning from them. 
• Demonstrates expert understanding, introduces new tools/methodologies, and provides team training to enhance productivity.
• Tailors messages for audience understanding, engages respectfully in team meetings, synthesizes thoughts effectively, presents confidently, and actively listens to stakeholders.
• Consistently builds and maintains key stakeholder relationships, perceived as a trusted partner, offers sound guidance, and navigates challenging relationships effectively.

Other Attributes That Will Help You In This Role:

• A degree in Computer Science/Information Systems/Engineering preferred

Benefits & Culture

Our global employee base is a diverse collection of innovators, dreamers, and doers working together to transform lives through higher education. We believe that every employee can advance our shared purpose, and that life at 2U should be fun and meaningful. If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide over 40 million learners and counting with access to world-class online higher education, then join us – and do work that makes a difference. #NoBackRow

We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work/life balance.
Full-time, ZA benefits include: 

• 2 complimentary Getsmarter short courses per year
• Subsidised medical aid with Discovery Health Medical Scheme
• 4% 2U contribution towards Discovery Life Pension Fund and Group Risk Benefit
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous leave policy including time off to volunteer for non-profit organization, study leave, sports leave and a company-wide festive season break

2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we’ve taken to bring together an employee base that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by what makes us different, as well as by how we are alike. 

2U is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at: recruitingaccommodations@2u.com. 

About 2U

For more than a decade, 2U has been the digital transformation partner of choice to great non-profit colleges and universities delivering high-quality online education at scale. As the parent company of edX, a leading global online learning platform, 2U provides over 45 million learners with access to world-class education in partnership with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporations. Our people and technology are powering more than 4,000 digital education offerings — from free courses to full degrees — and helping unlock human potential. To learn more: visit 2U.com.

About edX

edX is the education movement for restless learners and a leading global online learning platform from 2U. Together with the majority of the world’s top-ranked universities and industry-leading companies, we bring our community of over 45 million learners world-class education to support them at every stage of their lives and careers, from free courses to full degrees. And we're not stopping there — we're relentlessly pursuing our vision of a world where every learner can access education to unlock their potential, without the barriers of cost or location. Learn more at edX.org.

Learn more at https://2u.com/careers/
#NoBackRow

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans’ status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U’s equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits and pay. 

2U is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. 2U requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.

takealot.com, a leading South African online retailer, is looking for a highly talented Software Engineering Manager to join our team in South Africa. 

Think you’ve been challenged before? Think again!

• Scale: 4 million happy shoppers shop online on takealot.com. Show them what you can do.
• Learn: We work with the best of the best, and then some. Code alongside industry leaders and upskill in record time. 
• Grow: Expand your career in the fast-growing Takealot Group: takealot.com and Mr D. We like to promote from within: Here’s your chance. 

Who’s who in the tech space

The position reports to the Engineering Director: Logistics.

Your mission, should you choose to accept it:

• Build and retain a high-caliber engineering team
• Build relationships through regular one-on-one conversations
• Remove roadblocks and interruptions to help the team perform
• Be involved with architectural and strategic planning with peers and senior developers
• Work with stakeholders to gather requirements, and manage expectations
• Support and develop the careers of members of the team
• Support and give direction to innovation in the team
• Present practical input for strategic technology decisions
• Stay up to date with industry trends, and standards
• Lead the Agile processes within the team
• Manage the roadmap for the team, playing a key role in prioritization
• Successfully see new projects to completion and launch new products while maintaining the existing code base.
• Facilitate discussions in the team and ensure a good design methodology is used on projects.
• Resolve conflict in the team when necessary
• Promote the achievements of the team
• Track and ensure team productivity is healthy using a metrics-based approach
• Track and ensure operational excellence in the team using a metrics-based approach
• Interview candidates for technical and organizational fit
• Drive innovation, vision, and strategy

The skills we need:

• A solutions-oriented, can-do attitude and high-energy
• Strong analytical and critical thinking, using data to inform decisions
• Solid quantitative skills
• Ability to interview and interact professionally with internal and external people
• Capability to present ideas succinctly, in writing and verbally
• Versatile and with the appetite to learn by doing

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, or any related area of study. In the event that you do not have a Bachelor’s Degree or an Advanced Diploma, equivalent experience in the related area is sufficient. 
• Demonstrable experience leading and managing a team of engineers on complex software projects.
• Experience developing software in an agile, quality-focussed environment.
• Experience with a broad range of related disciplines such as Development, Cloud Infrastructure, Site Reliability, Provisioning, Configuration Management, and Managed Systems.
• Good SQL experience in a high-load environment.
• Significant technical experience and a proven track record of architectural ownership and understanding.
• Experience with Open Source Operating Systems and technologies.
• Experience with Web Architectures (e.g. SOA, REST).
• Excellent understanding of theoretical Software Engineering fundamentals, including but not limited to distributed systems, highly scalable systems, algorithms, data structures, design patterns, and programming paradigms is advantageous.
• Experience with e-commerce-based applications is advantageous.
• Experience working with GCP/AWS and/or other cloud platforms.

Let’s talk about life @ Takealot Group

• The power is in your hands: We offer a market-related, Total Remuneration Package that allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.
• No doors: We aren’t fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like? High five, collab and make something great.
• Remote working: Love water cooler chats and working from home? Takealot.com offers a hybrid working model for the best of both worlds.
• Mentorship programme: We aren’t kidding when we say the people with the best people win. Now’s your chance to be one of the best, by learning from the best.
• Naspers Tech Community & Online Learning: Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Up-skill with free access to courses on MyAcademy, Udacity, Coursera, and more.
• Good times: Get to know the other extraordinary minds at takealot.com during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini golf, think good times).
• Staff discount. Millions of products across 28 departments. What more could you ask for?
• Birthday leave: Cake Day all the way. Enjoy your day off - you deserve it. 
• Right tools, right job: We work on Mac, but whether you prefer two monitors or one. You’ll work on the latest tech, with the latest tech.
• Help when you need it most: Confidential counseling, legal support, and financial guidance, for free, anytime, anywhere. 
• Tech stack (for days): Angular, Scala, Kotlin, Google Cloud, Kafka, Redis, Kubernetes and all things machine learning. If you build it, they will come.
• Free parking: No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to). 

Like what you see? 

If you meet the above you are an Extraordinary Mind. Apply today!!

Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given a preference

takealot.com, a leading South African online retailer, is looking for a highly talented Software Engineering Manager to join our team in South Africa. 

Think you’ve been challenged before? Think again!

• Scale: 4 million happy shoppers shop online on takealot.com. Show them what you can do.
• Learn: We work with the best of the best, and then some. Code alongside industry leaders and upskill in record time. 
• Grow: Expand your career in the fast-growing Takealot Group: takealot.com and Mr D. We like to promote from within: Here’s your chance. 

Who’s who in the tech space

The position reports to the Engineering Director (Logistics).

Your mission, should you choose to accept it:

• Build and retain a high-caliber engineering team
• Build relationships through regular one-on-one conversations
• Remove roadblocks and interruptions to help the team perform
• Be involved with architectural and strategic planning with peers and senior developers
• Work with stakeholders to gather requirements, and manage expectations
• Support and develop the careers of members of the team
• Support and give direction to innovation in the team
• Present practical input for strategic technology decisions
• Stay up to date with industry trends, and standards
• Lead the Agile processes within the team
• Manage the roadmap for the team, playing a key role in prioritization
• Successfully see new projects to completion and launch new products while maintaining the existing code base.
• Facilitate discussions in the team and ensure a good design methodology is used on projects.
• Resolve conflict in the team when necessary
• Promote the achievements of the team
• Track and ensure team productivity is healthy using a metrics-based approach
• Track and ensure operational excellence in the team using a metrics-based approach
• Interview candidates for technical and organizational fit
• Drive innovation, vision, and strategy

The skills we need:

• A solutions-oriented, can-do attitude and high-energy
• Strong analytical and critical thinking, using data to inform decisions
• Solid quantitative skills
• Ability to interview and interact professionally with internal and external people
• Capability to present ideas succinctly, in writing and verbally
• Versatile and with the appetite to learn by doing

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, or any related area of study. In the event that you do not have a Bachelor’s Degree or an Advanced Diploma, equivalent experience in the related area is sufficient. 
• Demonstrable experience leading and managing a team of engineers on complex software projects.
• Experience developing software in an agile, quality-focussed environment.
• Experience with a broad range of related disciplines such as Development, Cloud Infrastructure, Site Reliability, Provisioning, Configuration Management, and Managed Systems.
• Good SQL experience in a high-load environment.
• Significant technical experience and a proven track record of architectural ownership and understanding.
• Experience with Open Source Operating Systems and technologies.
• Experience with Web Architectures (e.g. SOA, REST).
• Excellent understanding of theoretical Software Engineering fundamentals, including but not limited to distributed systems, highly scalable systems, algorithms, data structures, design patterns, and programming paradigms is advantageous.
• Experience with e-commerce-based applications is advantageous.
• Experience working with GCP/AWS and/or other cloud platforms.

Let’s talk about life @ Takealot Group

• The power is in your hands: We offer a market-related, Total Remuneration Package that allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.
• No doors: We aren’t fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like? High five, collab and make something great.
• Remote working: Love water cooler chats and working from home? Takealot.com offers a hybrid working model for the best of both worlds.
• Mentorship programme: We aren’t kidding when we say the people with the best people win. Now’s your chance to be one of the best, by learning from the best.
• Naspers Tech Community & Online Learning: Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Up-skill with free access to courses on MyAcademy, Udacity, Coursera, and more.
• Good times: Get to know the other extraordinary minds at takealot.com during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini golf, think good times).
• Staff discount. Millions of products across 28 departments. What more could you ask for?
• Birthday leave: Cake Day all the way. Enjoy your day off - you deserve it. 
• Right tools, right job: We work on Mac, but whether you prefer two monitors or one. You’ll work on the latest tech, with the latest tech.
• Help when you need it most: Confidential counseling, legal support, and financial guidance, for free, anytime, anywhere. 
• Tech stack (for days): Angular, Scala, Kotlin, Google Cloud, Kafka, Redis, Kubernetes and all things machine learning. If you build it, they will come.
• Free parking: No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to). 

Like what you see? 

If you meet the above you are an Extraordinary Mind. Apply today!!

Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given a preference

At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to eliminate the back row in education – and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class digital education at scale. As the parent company of edX, the world’s leading online learning platform, 2U powers more than 4,000 online higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporate partners, we are helping to unlock human potential.

What We’re Looking For:

The Data Scientist III will technically lead analytical research, machine learning and other data science initiatives across all lines of business, including degree, executive education, and open course programs. The Data Scientist III would be expected to engage with stakeholders, lead technical solution design and delivery. This is a highly quantitative role that requires analytical aptitude, strong programming skills, and intellectual curiosity. We are looking for someone who is excited about solving business problems, eager to learn and apply experimental and machine learning techniques, and motivated to develop their skills in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Lead statistical analysis, reporting and visualization to support business decision-making across degree, executive education, and open course lines of business. 
• Lead the end to end technical delivery of Data Science projects/models  over use cases that span all lines of business and functional areas, identifying high value opportunities and implementing the solution. 
• Lead design and implementation of A/B tests on Data Science projects/models implemented to determine and size success of solutions. 
• Collaborate with engineers and ML engineers to support productionization efforts, including code development, testing, and integration into the 2U software ecosystem.
• Partner with stakeholders and product to gain domain knowledge, understand requirements, and contribute to planning development tasks and projects.

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

• Bachelor's degree in data science, statistics, mathematics, computer science, economics or other quantitative field required
• 5-10 years of experience in data science or related role
• Proven track record of delivering production-grade machine learning models and data science products that drove significant business impact
• Demonstrated experience designing and analyzing online controlled experiments (A/B testing)
• Proven experience applying analytical techniques such as classification, regression, cluster analysis, pattern recognition, and predictive modeling 
• Strong proficiency in Python and other object-oriented programming languages (R, Java, Scala, or similar)
• Advanced SQL skills and experience querying relational and/or NoSQL databases
• Solid understanding of applied statistics
• Experience with data visualization and business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Looker, PowerBI, Domo, or similar platforms) 
• Familiarity with data engineering concepts and ETL processes 
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while receiving moderate guidance and direction 

Other Attributes That Will Help You In This Role:

• Graduate degree or additional coursework in quantitative fields is a plus

Benefits & Culture

Our global employee base is a diverse collection of innovators, dreamers, and doers working together to transform lives through higher education. We believe that every employee can advance our shared purpose, and that life at 2U should be fun and meaningful. If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide over 40 million learners and counting with access to world-class online higher education, then join us – and do work that makes a difference. #NoBackRow

We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work/life balance.
Full-time, ZA benefits include: 

• 2 complimentary Getsmarter short courses per year
• Subsidised medical aid with Discovery Health Medical Scheme
• 4% 2U contribution towards Discovery Life Pension Fund and Group Risk Benefit
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous leave policy including time off to volunteer for non-profit organization, study leave, sports leave and a company-wide festive season break

2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we’ve taken to bring together an employee base that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by what makes us different, as well as by how we are alike. 

2U is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at: recruitingaccommodations@2u.com. 

About 2U

For more than a decade, 2U has been the digital transformation partner of choice to great non-profit colleges and universities delivering high-quality online education at scale. As the parent company of edX, a leading global online learning platform, 2U provides over 45 million learners with access to world-class education in partnership with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporations. Our people and technology are powering more than 4,000 digital education offerings — from free courses to full degrees — and helping unlock human potential. To learn more: visit 2U.com.

About edX

edX is the education movement for restless learners and a leading global online learning platform from 2U. Together with the majority of the world’s top-ranked universities and industry-leading companies, we bring our community of over 45 million learners world-class education to support them at every stage of their lives and careers, from free courses to full degrees. And we're not stopping there — we're relentlessly pursuing our vision of a world where every learner can access education to unlock their potential, without the barriers of cost or location. Learn more at edX.org.

Learn more at https://2u.com/careers/
#NoBackRow

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans’ status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U’s equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits and pay. 

2U is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. 2U requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.

At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to eliminate the back row in education – and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class digital education at scale. As the parent company of edX, the world’s leading online learning platform, 2U powers more than 4,000 online higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporate partners, we are helping to unlock human potential.

What We’re Looking For:

As a CRM Engineer III Software Developer at 2U, you will be a key technical leader, responsible for guiding a team of engineers and administrators in developing and maintaining the critical business systems that support our prestigious university partners. You will leverage your expertise to set the technical direction for an education-focused CRM, with a strong emphasis on Agentforce and Data Cloud implementations, driving value-driven outcomes for the business. For this particular opening, 2U Software Development is looking for a senior level CRM Engineer who will work on complex enterprise architecture, full-stack development, and team leadership. This individual will have exceptional verbal and written communication skills, a passion for changing higher ed, and a solution-minded, consultative approach to development.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

Leadership & hands-on Development:

• Lead a team of Salesforce engineers in the design, development, and maintenance of 2U’s core Business Systems and CRM infrastructure.
• Perform hands-on development and prototyping new innovative capabilities 
• Support and maintain production systems by triaging, diagnosing, and resolving platform defects and incidents to ensure system stability and reliability.

Collaboration & Governance: 

• Establish and enforce technical best practices for development, architecture, and quality assurance to ensure reliable, scalable, and secure systems. 
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into value-driven technical solutions and capabilities that align with core business services.
• Mentor and coach team members, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

Solution Architecture & Design:

• Drive the conceptualization, design, and implementation of innovative solutions, with a particular focus on leveraging and integrating Agentforce and Data Cloud technologies.
• Oversee the design and building of transactional systems that process our university and learning management system data.
• Direct the design and building of systems that efficiently move data from various source systems such as Snowflake, Java based apps, and other clouds (AWS).

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

• 8+ years of progressive Software Development experience, with at least 2+ years in a technical leadership or lead role.
• Experience working with Service, Sales and Data Cloud having implemented Agentforce use cases with Call Center/IVR integrations with Salesforce.
• Expertise in Apex and Visualforce programming experience, and a strong focus on Salesforce Flow (Screen, Record-Triggered, and Auto launched Flows) for declarative automation.
• Proven experience developing modern user interfaces using Lightning Web Components (LWC) and/or Aura Components.
• Familiarity with Salesforce DX (SFDX) for source-driven development and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) DevSecOps tools such as Gearset or Copado.
• A propensity for building tools that automate and make processes reliable and scalable.
• Proven ability to establish and enforce technical best practices, perform rigorous code reviews, and mentor junior team members.
• Exceptional ability to communicate technical concepts to both engineering and non-technical business stakeholders.
• Background coding in a structured environment with Agile methodologies.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or other related field.

Benefits & Culture

Our global employee base is a diverse collection of innovators, dreamers, and doers working together to transform lives through higher education. We believe that every employee can advance our shared purpose, and that life at 2U should be fun and meaningful. If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide over 40 million learners and counting with access to world-class online higher education, then join us – and do work that makes a difference. #NoBackRow

We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work/life balance.
Full-time, ZA benefits include: 

• 2 complimentary Getsmarter short courses per year
• Subsidised medical aid with Discovery Health Medical Scheme
• 4% 2U contribution towards Discovery Life Pension Fund and Group Risk Benefit
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous leave policy including time off to volunteer for non-profit organization, study leave, sports leave and a company-wide festive season break

2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we’ve taken to bring together an employee base that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by what makes us different, as well as by how we are alike. 

2U is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at: recruitingaccommodations@2u.com. 

About 2U 

For more than a decade, 2U has been the digital transformation partner of choice to great non-profit colleges and universities delivering high-quality online education at scale. As the parent company of edX, a leading global online learning platform, 2U provides over 45 million learners with access to world-class education in partnership with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporations. Our people and technology are powering more than 4,000 digital education offerings — from free courses to full degrees — and helping unlock human potential. To learn more: visit 2U.com.

About edX

edX is the education movement for restless learners and a leading global online learning platform from 2U. Together with the majority of the world’s top-ranked universities and industry-leading companies, we bring our community of over 45 million learners world-class education to support them at every stage of their lives and careers, from free courses to full degrees. And we're not stopping there — we're relentlessly pursuing our vision of a world where every learner can access education to unlock their potential, without the barriers of cost or location. Learn more at edX.org.

Learn more at https://2u.com/careers/
#NoBackRow

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans’ status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U’s equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits and pay. 

2U is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. 2U requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.

Takealot.com, South Africa’s leading online retailer, is looking for a highly talented Product Manager (On Demand Delivery Execution) to join our team.

We are a young, dynamic, hyper-growth company looking for smart, creative, hard-working people with integrity to join us!

Think you’ve been challenged before? Think again!

• Scale: Over 4 million happy shoppers shop online on takealot.com and 2.7 million on Mr D. Show them what you can do.
• Learn: We work with the best of the best. Work alongside leaders and upskill in record time.
• Grow: Expand your career in the fast-growing Takealot Group: Takealot.com and Mr D. We like to promote from within: Here's your chance.

Who’s who in the tech space

The position reports to the Logistics Product Lead.

Your mission, should you choose to accept it:

• Define and drive the roadmap for features and services that power the on-demand logistics execution platform, supporting a network of 20,000 last-mile drivers operating in the network. This includes innovating and improving the back-end systems that enable seamless and scalable delivery execution.

• Work closely with engineering, design, operations, and executive teams to enhance driver and logistics systems. Collaborate with drivers and logistics stakeholders to ensure the product meets both operational and customer needs.
• Translate business needs into actionable and measurable projects; partner with business owners to understand their challenges and priorities, to translate these into initiatives that improve the on-demand delivery experience.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by evolving product management practices to suit the fast-paced, dynamic nature of on-demand logistics.
• Define and monitor key metrics (e.g., delivery times, driver utilization, cost per delivery) to inform product decisions. Use data to create compelling business cases for prioritizing initiatives.
• You will analyse and understand project scope and core objectives through requirements workshops with stakeholders to define business requirements
• Conduct workshops with stakeholders to elicit detailed functional requirements. Document these requirements (OKR & BRS) for engineering teams to create technical specifications.
• Collaborate with technical lead and subject matter experts to establish the technical vision and analyse trade-offs between usability and performance needs.
• Work with technical leads and subject matter experts to align on the technical vision, balancing the operational trade-offs with usability, scalability, and performance.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineers, BI analysts, and UI designers, to deliver projects on time and within scope. Track project progress from concept to release, ensuring alignment with business goals.

• Evolve appropriate Product Management practices for a responsive, dynamic environment to foster cost-effective execution to commitments
• Collaborate with QA teams to review test plans and scripts, ensuring comprehensive coverage and high-quality product releases. Perform user acceptance testing to validate functionality.
• Project management by setting timelines, driving project schedules and leading cross-functional development teams from design through to release. This includes monitoring for slippage and/or updating timelines and adjusting for changing scopes of work or considering mitigation options.
• Understand your target “customer” - assess both drivers and end-users to ensure products deliver a seamless, efficient, and transparent experience..
• Performing user acceptance testing.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Relevant Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma (Information Systems/Computer Science/Engineering/Commerce) with at least 4 years of experience in product management, business analysis, or a related role, preferably driving large, company-wide initiatives (through projects or responsibilities)
• Experience in an agile/iterative project management and development environment is beneficial 
• Prior experience in logistics, on-demand delivery platforms, or e-commerce is highly preferred

 The skills we need:

• Execution skills: Demonstrated ability to define and execute a detailed product roadmap, particularly in the on-demand delivery or logistics space.
• On-demand platforms: An understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in on-demand delivery, including real-time logistics, driver management, and operational efficiency.
• Solution-oriented: Proactive, accountable, and motivated to solve complex problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Data-driven approach: Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to inform decisions and measure success.
• Technical acumen: Familiarity with back-end systems, APIs, and technologies that support logistics execution, such as route optimization algorithms, real-time tracking, and trip allocation logic. Thorough knowledge of prevailing and emerging mobile and e-commerce trends and technologies.
• Stakeholder management: Exceptional organizational and communication skills to balance multiple priorities and align cross-functional teams.
• Exceptional communication skills
• Attention to detail: A meticulous approach to product development and the required documentation to support the successful assessment and execution of a detailed product initiative.
• Customer advocate: A strong focus on improving the experience for both drivers and customers.

Let’s talk about life @ Takealot Group

• The power is in your hands: We offer a market-related Total Remuneration Package that allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.
• No doors: We aren’t fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like? High five, collab, and make something great.
• Remote working: Love water cooler chats and working from home? Takealot.com offers a hybrid working model for the best of both worlds.
• Mentorship programme: We aren’t kidding when we say the people with the best people win. Now’s your chance to be one of the best by learning from the best.
• Naspers Tech Community & Online Learning: Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Up-skill with free access to courses on MyAcademy, Udacity, Coursera, and more.
• Good times: Get to know the other extraordinary minds at takealot.com during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini-golf, think good times).
• Staff discount. Millions of products across 28 departments. What more could you ask for?
• Birthday leave: Cake Day all the way. Enjoy your day off - you deserve it. 
• Right tools, right job: Mac or Windows, two monitors or one. Whatever your preference, you’ll work on the latest tech of the latest tech.
• Help when you need it most: Confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance, for free, anytime, anywhere.
• Free parking: No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to).

Like what you see? 

If you meet the above, you are an Extraordinary Mind. Apply today!!

Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference.

About us:

Luno is the crypto investment app you can rely on, enabling you to buy, store and explore crypto securely. We’re committed to putting the power of cryptocurrency in everyone's hands sensibly and responsibly.

Since 2013, we’ve helped millions of people around the world invest safely in crypto. We do this by cutting through the hype and supporting customers at every step of the way. All products and cryptocurrencies on our platform must first meet stringent legal, risk and technical security standards. 

Transparency is key for us. Luno stores all crypto on a 1:1 basis and we have rigorous processes in place so you can be confident your investment is secure. We’re available in more than 40 countries around the world and we work closely with respective regulators in all of these markets to be fully compliant, as we believe this is the best way to help everyone, everywhere, invest safely..

The role in a nutshell:

We are seeking an experienced, visionary, and results-driven individual to lead our Exchange function as the Head of Exchange. This pivotal leadership role will be responsible for the strategic direction, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and overall growth of our trading platform. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of market structure, technology, liquidity provision, and exchange operations in the digital assets space.

Your mission will be:

- Strategy and Vision

• Define and execute the long-term strategy for the exchange, including product roadmap, market positioning, and growth initiatives, aligning with the company's overall vision.
• Identify new market opportunities, product expansions (e.g., new derivatives, staking products, token listings), and partnerships to drive volume and revenue growth.
• Lead the analysis of relevant market trends, competitive landscapes, and technological advancements to maintain a competitive edge.
• Partner with other businesses within the group to develop new opportunities and drive synergies across the group

- Exchange Operations and Performance

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the exchange, ensuring high performance, stability, security, and low latency of the trading infrastructure.
• Drive continuous improvement in trading features, execution quality, market making tools, and overall user experience for retail and institutional clients.
• Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) such as trading volume, market share, revenue, and liquidity depth, as well as P&L performance, implementing strategies to meet aggressive targets.
• Manage relationships with key market participants, including liquidity providers, custodians, and institutional traders.
• Lead the community management of Luno’s top traders globally to create a valuable ecosystem gathering constant feedback to drive customer improvements across the trading product suite. 

- Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure all exchange operations, listings, and market activities are fully compliant with relevant global regulations and internal policies (e.g., AML, KYC, market abuse monitoring).
• Act as the primary contact for regulatory bodies and internal compliance teams concerning exchange operations.
• Develop and enforce robust risk management frameworks, including trading risk, credit and counterparty risk, operational risk, and technological risk.

- Team Leadership and Management

• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team across trading operations, product management, market surveillance, and technology functions dedicated to the exchange.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning within the Exchange team and the broader business.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Product, Legal, Compliance, Finance, Treasury and Marketing.

A little about you:

• Experience: Minimum of 8-10+ years of experience in a senior leadership role within a reputable cryptocurrency exchange, electronic trading venue, or leading financial institution, with a direct focus on market operations or product management. Experience in Digital Assets is required.
• Market Knowledge: Deep expertise in market microstructure, electronic trading systems, liquidity strategies, and order book management.
• Leadership: Proven track record of building, mentoring, and managing high-performing, geographically distributed teams.
• Regulatory Acumen: Strong understanding and experience of regulatory requirements (e.g., MiFID II, SEC, CFTC, FSCA, FCA, or equivalent crypto/financial regulations) relevant to operating a trading venue.
• Technical Proficiency: Solid understanding of trading technology, system architecture, and low-latency environments.
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field.

- Preferred Skills

• Experience launching new exchange products or expanding into new regulated markets.
• Familiarity with various products beyond spot trading, such as derivatives (futures, options), lending/borrowing, and staking services.
• Strong network within the institutional trading and financial technology communities.

Life at Luno:

• Remote but reachable work policy gives you the freedom to choose between working from home or the office.
• Plus the option to buy and sell up to 5 days leave
• Improve body and mind, with excellent private medical insurance
• Access to Learnably and our additional learning platforms for your personal and professional development
• 6 months primary care-giver leave
• Paw-ternity leave for your furry friend
• Annual Inspiration Day in addition to your annual leave which increases based on your length of service! 
• A collaborative, friendly work community, with regular social events and virtual cooking, dancing, drawing and house planting classes hosted by our Lunauts
• Free lunch and snacks
• 0 fees up to a certain amount with Luno from the day you start.*

*Offer only available on Luno Instant Buy, not Luno Exchange

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.