Head of Engineering Strategy and Platform Innovation (AI Enablement)

Takealot Group(4 days ago)

HybridFull TimeSenior$115,592 - $154,393 (estimated)Engineering

About this role

Takealot.com is seeking a senior leader to define and execute the engineering strategy enabling artificial intelligence initiatives. The role involves shaping platform and data architecture, driving innovation, and collaborating with executive teams to leverage AI for competitive advantage.

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Required Skills

Platform Engineering
Data Architecture
Solution Architecture
Cloud Transformation
Machine Learning
Kubernetes
Python
Data Governance
AI Enablement
Enterprise Strategy

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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