TFG Infotec Vacancies

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Senior Network Manager

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure high availability, performance, and security of all network infrastructure including LAN, WLAN, WAN, Data Centres, and Internet services.
• Develop and execute strategic technology roadmaps for Network and Security Infrastructure in collaboration with external partners and industry experts.
• Ensure that developed plans are realistic, comprehensive, kept up to date and revised where necessary, i.e. Project planning, resource planning, support planning.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to align network infrastructure with business growth and digital transformation goals.
• Demonstrate strong financial acumen: Oversee Opex and Capex budgeting, analyze cost drivers, ensure cost-effective operations, collaborate with finance teams to align network investments with business objectives, evaluate ROI on technology initiatives, and support strategic decision-making through accurate forecasting and financial analysis.
• Manage and mentor a larger team of internal staff and external contractors, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.
• Establish and maintain strong vendor relationships to maximize value and drive innovation through strategic partnerships.
• Ensure 24/7/365 monitoring, incident response, and proactive maintenance of the network infrastructure.
• Lead disaster recovery planning and implementation for network services.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, data protection regulations, and internal policies.

Scope of Operations

• Support approximately 7,000 users at Head Office and 3,500 stores across 950 lines in South Africa and other African countries. 
• Maintain connectivity to 7 distribution centres, 3 manufacturing warehouses, 4 regional offices.
• Manage a complex network built using multiple ISP clouds for redundancy. 
• Oversee three data centers housing approximately 1,200 servers and a WAN spanning across multiple geographical regions.
   

Security Responsibilities

• Manage enterprise perimeter firewalls, web application firewalls, and other security devices to protect internal infrastructure and ensure secure external access.
• Oversee secure internet browsing and endpoint protection across the organization
• Implement and maintain intrusion detection and prevention systems.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity frameworks.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• 10+ years of experience in managing large-scale enterprise network and security infrastructure.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Proven ability to interpret financial data, manage budgets, and make data-driven investment decisions to maximize value and efficiency.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong expertise in managing Cisco, Fortinet, Arista, or similar enterprise-grade networking platforms.
• Good working knowledge WAN, LAN, WLAN, data centre networking, and security technologies.
• Experience with capacity planning, demand forecasting, and infrastructure design.
• Excellent vendor management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to stay abreast of emerging technologies and translate them into strategic initiatives.
• Lead network-related projects such as store rollouts, data center migrations, and infrastructure upgrades.
   

Desirable Attributes

• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to operate in a geographically dispersed and technically complex environment.
• Proven ability to lead change and drive continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to understand, value, and respond effectively to the needs and concerns of team members.
• Committed to the success and well-being of their team by building a supportive, high-performing environment where people thrive.

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Engineering Lead (OneX)

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership – Manage resources through providing guidance, mentorship, and support to aid team members in meeting project and operational commitments. Galvanising the existing team into a high functioning development team.
• Strategic Direction – Drive the evolution of the OneX strategy in alignment with TFG board objectives.
• Includes extension of existing platform and technology stack and integration into Omni point of sale.
• Planning – Participate in the business requirements and specifications review with the designated product manager and providing feedback. Identify and liaise with all business stakeholders. 
• Ensure that delivery commitments are met from a timing and functionality perspective
• Technical development – Serve as the technical resource on complicated projects providing guidance to other team members and the necessary documentation that can be followed to implement the project.
• Provide continuous technical input to the development team to maintain development standards.
• Mentor junior engineers or put mentorship in place between senior and junior developers. Ensure comprehensive code reviews.
• Manage 3rd party vendor relationship – As it pertains to technology roadmap, commercial alignment, project deliverables, security and operational stability
• Financial Management – Responsible for full budget lifecycle from quarterly estimation to monthly actual processing and variance analysis

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience working with engineering teams in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating the ability to juggle multiple projects, stay organized, and prioritize deadlines effectively
• Proven experience in software development (.Net, C#) and technical leadership roles, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects
• Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices, with hands-on experience in backend and frontend development

Skills:

• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making capabilities, with the ability to translate complex insights into actionable strategies and initiatives
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and build consensus around product priorities and trade-offs
• Ability to set strategic direction and drive execution through collaboration with a cross-functional team.
• Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills to facilitate complex concepts and stakeholders’ meetings.
• Highly adaptable to change and an excellent team player with the ability to influence and negotiate.

Behaviours:

• Action Oriented – readily takes on new challenges and opportunities with a sense of urgency and eagerness 
• Communicates Effectively – conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
• Courage – confronts and tackles challenging situations with courage
• Decision Quality – consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions
• Ensures Accountability – takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Manages Complexity – interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Plans and Aligns – develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
• Tech Savvy – leverages new technology to enhance productivity, improve problem solving, and support business growth

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Engineering Lead (C#, .Net)

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and execute the technical roadmap, aligning with business objectives and customer needs
• Drive the design, development, and optimization of our platforms, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security
• Provide technical guidance and support to ensure the successful delivery of projects on time and within budget
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, evaluating their potential impact and relevance to our business
• Partner with Product managers and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions, driving alignment and execution
• Implement best practices, processes, and tools to streamline development workflows and improve efficiency
• Monitor and analyse platform performance metrics, identifying areas for optimization and improvement to enhance the customer experience

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Proven experience in software development and technical leadership roles, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects
• Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices, with hands-on experience in backend and frontend development
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and modern development frameworks/tools
• Development Experience:
  • Languages: C#, Javascript, SQL, Python, Go
  • Frameworks: Angular, React, .NET, .NET Core
  • ORM Tools: Entity Framework, Hibernate
  • Relational Databases: Oracle, MSSql, MySQL
  • Cloud Environments: Azure, AWS
  • Messaging/Event: Kafka

Skills: 

• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for driving technical excellence and innovation
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve their goals

Behaviours: 

• Business Insight – applies market and business insights in order to drive organisational objectives
• Communicates Effectively – conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
• Decision Quality – consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions
• Ensures Accountability – takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Manages Complexity – interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Optimizes Work Processes – assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes
• Plans and Aligns – develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
• Tech Savvy – leverages new technology to enhance productivity, improve problem solving, and support business growth

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

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