Takealot Group
The Data Principal Engineer at Takealot.com is a senior individual contributor responsible for simplifying the data ecosystem, designing and building a real-time operational data layer, and establishing technical standards for data governance across the Group. The role involves creating architecture blueprints, leading AI enablement and automation initiatives, and mentoring senior engineers while driving platform simplification and compliance.
Takealot Group is South Africa's largest customer-centric e-commerce company, driven by people and powered by technology. Its portfolio of brands includes Takealot.com (general online marketplace), Mr D (on-demand delivery), Superbalist.com (fashion and homeware), and TFS. The group aims to change lives in South Africa for the better through e-commerce, serving as the leading online shopping destination on the African continent.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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18% below the average for this role
Takealot reaches double-digit growth, 4.8m active shoppers
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