186 Platform Lead jobs in South Africa

Business Segment: Personal & Private Banking

To build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and Industry Leaders, engaging on customer discovery and delivery design, to understand and deliver on current needs and maintain competitive advantage in market.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
Post Graduate Degree in Business Commerce

Experience Required

1. Personal Lending
2. 5-7 years of experience in building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders and Industry Leaders, engaging on customer discovery and delivery design, to understand and deliver on current need and maintain competitive advantage in market.
3. Maintain Partner relationships by engaging, liaising and collaborating with Execution partners to ensure growth and sustainability of the product.
4. 5-7 years of experience in product management, product enhancement and building competitive products that meet customers’ needs in an unsecured lending environment.
5. 5-7 years experience in driving a multifunctional team, leading people and delivering on strategic and tactical initiatives.
6. 5-7 years experience in understanding income statement and balance sheet metrics and drivers of a lending business.

Additional Information

• Articulating Information
• Challenging Ideas
• Developing Strategies
• Examining Information
• Exploring Possibilities
• Generating Ideas
• Interacting with People
• Making Decisions
• Managing Tasks
• Pursuing Goals
• Team Working
• Customer Understanding (Business Banking)

Please note: All our recruitment processes comply with the applicable local laws and regulations. We will never ask for money or any form of payment as part of our recruitment process. If you experience this, please contact our Fraud line on +27 800222050 or

Business Segment: Personal & Private Banking

To build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and Industry Leaders, engaging on customer discovery and delivery design, to understand and deliver on current needs and maintain competitive advantage in market.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
Post Graduate Degree in Business Commerce

Experience Required

1. Personal Lending
2. 5-7 years of experience in building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders and Industry Leaders, engaging on customer discovery and delivery design, to understand and deliver on current need and maintain competitive advantage in market.
3. Maintain Partner relationships by engaging, liaising and collaborating with Execution partners to ensure growth and sustainability of the product.
4. 5-7 years of experience in product management, product enhancement and building competitive products that meet customers’ needs in an unsecured lending environment.
5. 5-7 years experience in driving a multifunctional team, leading people and delivering on strategic and tactical initiatives.
6. 5-7 years experience in understanding income statement and balance sheet metrics and drivers of a lending business.

Additional Information

• Articulating Information
• Challenging Ideas
• Developing Strategies
• Examining Information
• Exploring Possibilities
• Generating Ideas
• Interacting with People
• Making Decisions
• Managing Tasks
• Pursuing Goals
• Team Working
• Customer Understanding (Business Banking)

Please note: All our recruitment processes comply with the applicable local laws and regulations. We will never ask for money or any form of payment as part of our recruitment process. If you experience this, please contact our Fraud line on +27 800222050 or

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Type: Contract to Permanent
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (2 days onsite per week)
Start Date: ASAP
Seniority Level: Senior / Lead

We are seeking a skilled and proactive DevOps / Platform Engineer to join our team as part of a strategic transformation initiative. This is a contract-to-permanent opportunity offering the chance to play a pivotal role in modernizing our infrastructure and technology landscape.

As we roll out a major systems and infrastructure change program, you will support the setup, configuration, and maintenance of new technologies, working closely with internal stakeholders to ensure stability, scalability, and continuity.

• Support the rollout of new infrastructure, systems, and security technologies.

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux-based systems and cloud infrastructure.

• Work with APIs, TLS certificates, DNS, and load balancers to ensure seamless networking and security.

• Collaborate with the IS Ops Manager to enhance operational stability and business continuity.

• Introduce and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automation using modern DevOps practices.

• Act as a technical lead, supporting less experienced staff and ensuring knowledge transfer to the internal team.

• Ensure compliance with best practices and internal security protocols.

• 5+ years experience in a DevOps, Platform Engineering, or Infrastructure role.

• Strong Linux systems administration background.

• Solid understanding of networking (DNS, TLS, Load Balancing, Firewalls).

• Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.).

• Comfortable with CI/CD pipelines and automation tooling (Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.).

• Strong scripting skills (e.g., Bash, Python).

• Collaborative team player with strong documentation and communication skills.

• Exposure to Kubernetes or container orchestration

• Experience in highly regulated environments (finance, insurance, etc.)

• Knowledge of legacy-to-modern migration strategies

• Work on high-impact projects that shape the future of our technology landscape.

• Flexible hybrid work model : just 2 days onsite in our Johannesburg office.

• Opportunity to transition into a permanent role based on performance and alignment.

• Collaborative culture with support from cross-functional teams.

RPO Recruitment is excited to be partnering with a leading Food & Beverage company in their search for a highly skilled and experienced Product Management Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of a well-established company.

As the Product Management Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the product management function for the Food & Beverage division. You will lead a team of product managers and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement product strategies that meet customer needs and drive business growth. You will also be responsible for conducting market research, analyzing competitors, and identifying market trends to ensure the company remains competitive in the industry.

• Lead and manage a team of product managers, providing guidance and support in their day-to-day activities.
• Develop and implement product strategies and roadmaps that align with the company's goals and objectives.
• Conduct market research to identify customer needs, industry trends, and competitive landscape.
• Analyze market data and customer feedback to make informed decisions regarding product development and enhancements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, marketing, and sales, to ensure successful product launches and marketing campaigns.
• Monitor product performance and make recommendations for improvements or changes.
• Manage the product life cycle from concept to end-of-life, ensuring products are delivered on time and within budget.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and technology advancements to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and internal teams.

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in product management, preferably within the Food & Beverage industry.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to effectively lead a team.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong market research and competitive analysis skills.
• Knowledge of product development processes and methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and product management tools.
• Experience with product management software is a plus.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking.
• Passion for the Food & Beverage industry and staying abreast of industry trends.

• Salary: R780k / per annum - R1.1 mill per annum

RPO is a Specialist Recruitment Agency that provides candidates and clients with unique recruitment solutions tailored to their needs. We focus on helping you reach your personal and professional goals by connecting you to your perfect career path.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Shannon Thomson and Jamie-lee McCallum at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV:

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

A leading global provider of industrial solutions is seeking a Market Analyst in Product Management who collects, analyses and processes data to enable the client to plan successful product and sales strategies.

The company imports Electrical and instrumentation products from Germany and sells locally and into Africa.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor current local market trends and develop appropriate strategies.
• Draw up a local business plan.
• Collaborate with the international Project Management Team.
• Actively participate in national trade and industry bodies.
• Examining and processing data and information of various types.
• Prepares market research, collects statistical data and analyses industry studies in order to identify market trends and potential new target groups.
• Monitors the activities and tactics of competitors to obtain industry benchmarks.

Qualifications:

• Completed Degree in Business and Economics or a comparable degree
• Advantageous - Technical Qualification or Courses
• Experience in product management, business development or strategic marketing in a technical engineering/components or manufacturing environment (i.e. Electrical Products, Process Instrumentation, Mechanical, Pneumatics, Hydraulics or Mechatronics)
• Love for international travel, intercultural communication, and networking
• Advanced Excel, Report Writing, Presentations
• Analytical and Strategic