Fresh Jobs at Media24 (Pty) Ltd

ABOUT THE ROLE

• We’re looking for an innovative Head of Ad Tech  to lead our advertising technology strategy and drive innovation in the rapidly evolving advertising landscape. This senior leadership role, reporting to the Chief Information Officer, is perfect for a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise who thrives on building cutting-edge ad tech solutions, optimising programmatic campaigns and scaling revenue through advanced advertising technologies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic leadership & vision

• Develop and execute comprehensive ad tech strategy aligned with business growth objectives and revenue targets
• Drive innovation through AI, machine learning and automation to optimise targeting, creative execution and campaign performance
• Lead digital transformation initiatives and establish best practices for programmatic advertising operations
• Identify emerging market opportunities in new platforms, ad formats and programmatic channels

Technical platform management

• Architect and maintain enterprise-wide ad tech platforms supporting both programmatic and managed service advertising
• Oversee integration and optimization of DSPs, SSPs, DMPs and ad exchanges for maximum efficiency and ROI
• Implement advanced audience targeting capabilities
• Ensure robust data management, privacy compliance and brand safety across all advertising initiatives

Team leadership & development

• Build, lead and mentor a high-performing team of ad tech engineers and programmatic specialists
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with marketing, creative, product, data science and engineering teams
• Establish clear performance metrics, career development pathways and operational excellence standards
• Drive knowledge sharing and continuous learning in fast-evolving ad tech landscape

Revenue growth & partnerships

• Drive user acquisition, retention and engagement through high-impact advertising strategies
• Manage strategic relationships with key ad tech vendors, agencies and technology partners
• Scale programmatic practices to maximise revenue
• Present performance insights and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and key stakeholders

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

Education & experience

• Honours degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or related field
• At least six years of progressive experience in digital advertising, ad tech or programmatic advertising
• Minimum four years in senior leadership roles managing ad tech teams and P&L responsibility
• Proven track record of scaling ad tech operations and delivering significant revenue growth

Technical expertise

• Deep expertise in programmatic advertising ecosystems including DSPs, SSPs, ad exchanges, and real-time bidding
• Advanced knowledge of Google Ad Manager, Prebid, The Trade Desk, Amazon DSP and other major platforms
• Strong understanding of data management platforms (DMPs), customer data platforms (CDPs), and audience segmentation
• Experience with ad serving technologies, attribution modelling and cross-device tracking
• Proficiency in SQL, Python/R and advanced analytics tools for campaign optimisation
• Knowledge of privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA) and their impact on advertising technology

Leadership & business acumen

• Exceptional leadership skills with demonstrated ability to inspire and manage technical teams in fast-paced environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with data-driven decision-making approach
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills for internal and external stakeholder management
• Experience managing budgets, vendor relationships, and complex technology integrations
• Strategic thinking ability to translate technical capabilities into business opportunities

Industry knowledge

• Deep understanding of digital advertising trends, including CTV/OTT, mobile, video and emerging ad formats
• Experience with AI/ML-driven automation tools and predictive analytics for advertising optimisation
• Knowledge of brand safety tools, fraud prevention and ad quality management systems
• Understanding of attribution modelling, multi-touch attribution and measurement frameworks
   

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ABOUT THE ROLE

• We are seeking an exceptional Head of Data and Analytics to join our technology team and lead our data-driven transformation. Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, this is a strategic leadership role for a visionary professional who will architect and execute a comprehensive data strategy, build class-leading analytics capabilities, and drive data-informed decision-making across the entire organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic leadership

• Develop and execute a forward-thinking data and analytics strategy aligned with business objectives and engineering excellence
• Lead the design and implementation of scalable data infrastructure supporting real-time analytics and machine learning initiatives
• Partner closely with engineering leadership to embed analytics into product development and operational workflows
• Champion data governance, quality standards, and security protocols across all data initiatives
• Provide insights to the business to drive revenue opportunities and product development

Team development & management

• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of data scientists, analysts, and data engineers
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and analytical excellence
• Establish clear career development pathways and performance frameworks for team members
• Collaborate with HR to attract top-tier analytics talent in a competitive market

Technical excellence

• Oversee the development of robust data pipelines, warehouses, and analytics platforms
• Drive the adoption of advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI capabilities
• Ensure seamless integration between data systems and engineering infrastructure
• Lead evaluation and implementation of cutting-edge analytics tools and technologies

Cross-functional collaboration

• Translate complex analytical insights into actionable business recommendations for senior leadership
• Partner with product, engineering, and business teams to identify and prioritise high-impact analytics opportunities
• Present data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and board members
• Establish analytics KPIs and metrics that align with organisational goals

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

Education & experience

• Honours degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or related quantitative field
• 8-12 years of progressive experience in data analytics, data science, or related technical roles
• Minimum 3 years in senior leadership or management positions, preferably within engineering or technology organisations
• Proven track record of successfully scaling analytics teams and delivering business-critical insights

Technical expertise

• Strong proficiency in SQL, Python/R, and statistical analysis
• Deep experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern data stack technologies
• Strong background in data modeling, data warehousing, and ETL/ELT processes
• Hands-on experience with analytics and visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Looker, etc.)
• Knowledge of machine learning frameworks and MLOps practices
• Understanding of software development lifecycles and engineering best practices
• Experience with A/B testing, experimentation frameworks, and causal inference
• Previous experience building analytics capabilities from the ground up 

Leadership & communication

• Exceptional leadership skills with demonstrated ability to inspire and manage technical teams
• Outstanding communication abilities to present complex insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen
• Experience managing budgets, vendor relationships, and cross-functional initiatives
• Proven ability to drive cultural change and promote data literacy across organizations

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ABOUT THE ROLE

•  We’re looking for a Head of Software Engineering to lead our software development efforts and drive technical excellence across our engineering teams. Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, this role is perfect for a seasoned engineer who thrives on delivering innovative software solutions that power business growth.

 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic technical leadership

• Define and execute comprehensive technology roadmap aligned with business objectives and market opportunities
• Drive design decisions for cloud-native applications, microservices and distributed systems
• Establish technical vision for scalable, secure and maintainable software platforms
• Lead digital transformation initiatives and modernisation of legacy systems
• Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies to maintain competitive technical advantages

Engineering excellence & operations

• Implement robust software development processes
• Establish and enforce coding standards, code review protocols and automated testing frameworks
• Oversee CI/CD pipeline architecture, infrastructure as code and deployment automation
• Drive quality assurance processes, performance optimisation and system reliability initiatives
• Manage technical debt reduction and continuous improvement programs

Team leadership & development

• Build and lead a team of software engineers and technical leads
• Recruit top-notch engineering talent and establish clear career development pathways
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and technical excellence
• Conduct performance reviews, provide mentorship and drive professional growth
• Create inclusive engineering culture that promotes diversity, learning and continuous improvement

 Cross-functional collaboration

• Collaborate with other technology and business teams to ensure seamless system integration
• Work with design and UX teams to deliver exceptional user experiences
• Coordinate with security teams to implement robust cybersecurity measures and compliance standards
• Present technical strategy and progress updates to executive leadership and stakeholders

 Delivery & performance management

• Ensure on-time delivery of high-quality software products and features
• Manage engineering resources, project timelines and risk mitigation strategies
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for productivity and quality
• Drive incident response, post-mortem analysis and system reliability improvements
• Optimise development velocity while maintaining code quality and system stability

 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

 Education & experience

• Honours degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering or related technical field
• 10+ years of software development experience with progressively increasing responsibility
• Minimum 5 years in engineering leadership roles managing teams of 15+ engineers
• Proven track record of scaling engineering organisations through rapid growth phases
• Experience in technology companies, SaaS platforms, or high-growth startups preferred

 Technical expertise

• Deep hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud-native architecture patterns
• Strong software engineering expertise
• Extensive experience with containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, EKS/AKS)
• Expert knowledge of microservices architecture, API design, and distributed systems
• Advanced understanding of CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation), and DevOps tooling
• Experience with modern frontend frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js) and backend technologies

 Leadership & management skills

• Exceptional leadership abilities with demonstrated success building and scaling engineering teams
• Strategic thinking and ability to translate business objectives into technical roadmaps
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience managing engineering budgets, vendor relationships and partnerships
• Proven ability to drive cultural change
• Data-driven decision-making approach with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

 System & architecture knowledge

• Understanding scalable system design, performance optimisation and reliability engineering
• Experience with database technologies (relational and NoSQL), data architecture and analytics platforms
• Knowledge of security best practices, compliance frameworks and privacy regulations
• Understanding of monitoring, logging and observability tools (e.g., DataDog, New Relic, AppDynamics)
• Experience with automated testing strategies, quality assurance processes and deployment practices