Engineering Manager (Machine Learning)

Takealot Group(2 months ago)

HybridFull TimeManager$144,472 - $189,418 (estimated)Machine Learning Engineering

About this role

Takealot is hiring a Machine Learning Software Engineering Manager to lead a team focused on Search & Recommendations, delivering high-performance, scalable backend and production-grade ML solutions. The role is hands-on (about 30% coding and model building) while also owning architectural planning and people management. The position reports to the Engineering Director for Machine Learning and contributes to Takealot Group’s AI roadmap.

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Required Skills

Machine Learning
Backend Development
RESTful APIs
Scalable Systems
Architectural Design
Agile
Team Leadership
People Management
Python
Java

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Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree (Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Machine Learning or Engineering)
Advanced Diploma (Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Machine Learning or Engineering)

About Takealot Group

takealot.com

Takealot is South Africa’s largest online retailer and marketplace, offering millions of products across electronics, home, beauty, books and more. Founded in 2011 and now part of the Prosus (Naspers) group, it combines its own retail inventory with a third‑party seller marketplace alongside integrated payments and logistics. The company operates fulfilment centres and local delivery services to enable fast shipping, returns and customer support, and offers a mobile app and frequent promotions to drive convenience. Consumers and merchants use Takealot for its broad selection, local infrastructure and leading brand presence in the South African e‑commerce market.

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