Web Frontend Engineer at takealot.com | Cape Town

Join takealot.com as a Web Frontend Engineer and be a part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of online shopping in South Africa. In this role, you will leverage cutting-edge technologies to create seamless and engaging user experiences on our platform.

Takealot Group is searching for a Transport & Logistics Intern to join the team at Cape Town DC3. This internship covers all businesses within the group, including takealot.com, TFS, and Mr D. About Takealot Group Takealot Group serves over 4 million online shoppers across Africa. The company is known for its rapid growth and a culture that values intelligence, creativity, diligence, and strong ethics. Internal mobility is a priority, and team members are encouraged to grow their careers within the group. What the Internship Offers Work alongside experienced professionals and gain exposure to large-scale operations. Opportunities to collaborate with industry leaders and build practical skills quickly. Potential for career advancement within the evolving Takealot Group. Role Overview The Transport & Logistics Intern will provide administrative, secretarial, and operational support to the in-house legal department. This includes managing legal documents, handling correspondence, and assisting with departmental operations. The role supports the legal team in delivering effective legal services across the organization.

Takealot.com is looking for a Business Analyst to join the team in Cape Town. This position centers on reviewing business operations and finding opportunities to improve processes. Role overview The Business Analyst will work closely with teams across the company to gather data, analyze current workflows, and help shape practical solutions. Collaboration is key, as the role involves sharing insights and supporting changes that make a real difference to how the business runs. What you will do Analyze business operations and identify areas where improvements can be made Work with colleagues from different departments to understand challenges and goals Help implement solutions that are informed by data and support business objectives Requirements Strong analytical skills and a knack for using data to inform decisions Comfortable working with cross-functional teams Interest in improving business processes

Join our dynamic team at Takealot for Business as a Sales Specialist, where you will play a vital role in driving business growth and building strong client relationships. Your expertise in sales will help us to enhance our offerings and deliver exceptional value to our clients.

Takealot Group is seeking a Social Media Intern to join the Cape Town team. This internship offers practical experience across several well-known brands, including takealot.com, TFS, and Mr D. Internship Overview Takealot Group serves more than 4 million online shoppers and continues to expand its reach. The team values creativity, diligence, and strong ethics. As an intern, there is an opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and develop new skills within a busy e-commerce setting. Brand Exposure: Gain insight into the operations of multiple brands and learn how large-scale online retail functions. Skill Development: Collaborate with industry leaders and build expertise in social media management. Growth Potential: The company encourages internal advancement, making this internship a valuable step for future career opportunities. What You Will Do The Social Media Intern will assist the Social Media team with both creative and operational tasks. This position is ideal for someone who keeps up with social media trends and enjoys crafting content that resonates with online audiences. The main objective is to help strengthen the Takealot brand through engaging digital storytelling.

Takealot Group is searching for a Social Media Intern in Cape Town. This internship covers several areas within the group, including takealot.com, TFS, and Mr D. Scale: Contribute to a platform trusted by over 4 million shoppers. Learn: Work alongside experienced professionals and build new skills. Grow: Take advantage of a company that values internal career progression. Role Overview The Social Media Intern will support the Social Media team by helping create and deliver platform-specific content for Takealot Group’s channels. This role centers on turning creative concepts into posts and campaigns that reflect the brand’s voice and connect with its audience.

Mr D, a division of Takealot.com Group, is on the lookout for an exceptional Brand Manager to join our vibrant team in Cape Town. At Mr D, we pride ourselves on being a young and dynamic company experiencing hyper growth. We are seeking intelligent, creative, and dedicated individuals with integrity who are ready to take on new challenges! Ready to push your limits? Let’s get started! Impact: Showcase your talents to millions of Mr D customers. Learn: Collaborate with industry leaders and expand your knowledge. Advance: Grow your career within the fast-paced Takealot Group, which includes Mr D, Takealot.com, and TFS. We value internal promotion—your opportunity awaits. This position reports directly to the Senior Brand Manager for Mr D. Role Overview:The Brand Manager will be an integral part of the Brand & Communications team, working closely with content, design teams, and external advertising and media agencies to manage and coordinate assigned brand projects and go-to-market campaigns. Your Key Responsibilities Include: Creating impactful campaigns and brand communications that establish a strong, consistent, and engaging brand presence, enhance brand equity, and positively position our brand in a competitive retail and e-commerce landscape while driving customer-centric growth. Supporting the Senior Brand Manager in the coordination and execution of multi-channel campaigns, partnering with external advertising and media planning agencies to implement the annual Brand & Communications strategy with consistent messaging across all communication platforms. Leading the execution of partnership-driven marketing campaigns, activation events, and projects (including Anchor Promotions, Brand Campaigns, Tactical Campaigns, and Sponsorship events), ensuring alignment among marketing channel managers to deliver a cohesive brand message and coordinating post-campaign analysis. Assisting the Senior Brand Manager with planning and overseeing the execution of TakealotMORE campaigns, providing valuable marketing insights. Collaborating with Social Media, Content, and Category Marketing teams to ensure the brand remains relevant and top-of-mind by leveraging integrated strategies.

Mr D, a dynamic division of the Takealot Group, is seeking an exceptionally skilled CRM Manager to join our vibrant team in Cape Town. We pride ourselves on being a youthful, fast-growing company in search of intelligent, innovative, and diligent individuals with integrity to become part of our journey! Are you ready to take on a challenge like never before? Impact: Showcase your talents to millions of Mr D customers! Collaborate: Work alongside top-tier professionals and learn from the best in the industry. Advance: Elevate your career within the rapidly expanding Takealot Group, including opportunities for internal advancement. This role reports directly to the Head of CRM at Mr D. Your key responsibilities will include: Managing CRM channels and overseeing the CRM budget. Mapping the customer journey, identifying key communication channels, messaging, and desired outcomes. Segmenting and managing the customer database for precise targeting and communication. Reporting on communication performance to optimize engagement and customer behavior. Analyzing data for insights into the customer base and formulating effective communication strategies. Ensuring all CRM touchpoints contribute positively to the brand's image and customer experience. Developing testing strategies to enhance customer communication methods. Providing guidance to customer-facing departments on customer engagement best practices.

Join our dynamic team as a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer, where you will spearhead quality assurance initiatives across an expansive and evolving web platform. This pivotal role is designed to infuse structure, consistency, and assurance into our release processes, ensuring top-notch quality in every delivery.Key Responsibilities:Quality Assurance:Define and establish robust QA processes and standards.Conduct comprehensive manual testing across various websites and applications.Take ownership of regression testing for releases, migrations, and new features.Serve as the quality gatekeeper prior to production releases.Automation & Improvement:Develop and initiate a strategic test automation plan.Choose appropriate tools and pinpoint areas ripe for automation.Collaborate closely with developers and DevOps to enhance quality practices.Mentor and guide junior QA engineers as the team expands.

Join Our Team as a Performance EngineerAt Xceptor, we place data at the core of our operations. Our platform is meticulously designed for comprehensive data manipulation, allowing us to effectively source, curate, normalize, validate, repair, and enrich data to ensure it reaches its intended destination in a reliable and consistent manner. With Xceptor, our clients can trust the data they receive.We pride ourselves on being a leader in the Financial Services sector, empowering Business Users in both Middle and Back-Office teams to independently tackle their data challenges without relying solely on technology-led initiatives.Your Role:As a Performance Engineer, your enthusiasm for software quality and performance will shine through as you collaborate with engineering teams to ensure our product features exceed performance expectations. You will create test plans, script and execute tests, and analyze results to drive continuous improvement.In this AI-first performance engineering role, you will leverage artificial intelligence daily to expedite test script generation, performance report creation, and results analysis, enhancing our development process.

Join Accor Hotels as a Chief Engineer in the vibrant city of Cape Town, where you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the maintenance and engineering operations of our premier hotel facilities. This leadership position requires a proactive approach to ensure the highest standards of quality and efficiency are met, while fostering a safe and welcoming environment for guests and staff alike.As a Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for managing a skilled team, implementing preventive maintenance programs, and coordinating with various departments to enhance the overall guest experience. Your expertise will be essential in optimizing energy consumption and managing renovation projects, contributing to the sustainability goals of Accor Hotels.

Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (TFS), a dynamic arm of Takealot Online (RF) (Pty) Ltd, is on the hunt for a talented Project Engineer to become a crucial part of our innovative team in Cape Town. Join Our Vision at Takealot Fulfilment Solutions | We Are TFS Transforming the landscape of e-commerce logistics in South Africa through advanced technology and operational excellence, we are proud to deliver over 30 million orders each year, enabling businesses and stimulating economic growth. Who We Seek: We are looking for innovative and ambitious individuals eager to redefine the future of e-commerce logistics. At TFS, we believe that "Uniquely You" complements "Powerfully Us," where your unique qualities enhance our shared mission. At TFS, your success is intertwined with ours. You will be joining a team driven by the core values of the Takealot Group. Reporting to: Head of Logistics Services Your role will be pivotal in driving operational excellence and strategic growth within the TFS courier and TFS On-demand service divisions. You will implement innovative projects that widen service offerings, optimize operational efficiency, and improve client satisfaction. This position acts as a catalyst for data analysis, leading continuous improvement initiatives, facilitating smooth client onboarding, and coordinating cross-departmental collaboration to enhance TFS network performance and expand market presence. Your Responsibilities: Project Implementation: Spearhead strategic projects within the TFS courier and TFS On-demand sectors to bolster service capabilities and market reach. Service Expansion: Identify, develop, and launch new service offerings to fulfill changing market demands and client needs. Data Analysis & Insights: Analyze operational and performance data trends to uncover opportunities for optimization, cost savings, and service improvements. Continuous Improvement: Initiate and execute improvement projects across TFS operations to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate service quality. Client Onboarding: Oversee and streamline the onboarding process for new clients, ensuring seamless integration and optimal service delivery. Operational Collaboration: Collaborate closely with operations teams to pinpoint improvement areas, implement solutions, and ensure operational excellence. Stakeholder Engagement: Foster productive relationships with stakeholders to align project objectives with business goals.

About ElectrumElectrum is a pioneering payment software technology company.Since our inception in 2012, we have been delivering reliable, enterprise-grade, cloud-native software designed to enhance financial transaction processing. Our extensive expertise has positioned us as a trusted partner in managing high-volume, low-value payment schemes, empowering our clients to provide services to millions of South Africans daily.At Electrum, we are committed to making an impact – crafting solutions that matter, acting swiftly, and engaging in continuous learning as we expand. We believe in collaboration – partnering closely with our clients and teams to develop meaningful, sustainable solutions. Our focus is on ensuring safety – fostering open communication, intelligent risk-taking, and trust to nurture creativity and alignment. We champion empowered teams – recruiting exceptional talent, collaborating effectively, and maintaining high standards while leading with empathy and kindness.Joining the Electrum team means you will:Participate in the entire journey — from the initial concept to the final product launch.Enhance your skills through top-tier training and practical learning every day.Receive mentorship from industry leaders who are dedicated to your success.Thrive in a dynamic and innovative work environment where collaboration and creativity are encouraged.Address real-world customer challenges and witness the impact of your contributions directly.Explore numerous opportunities for career advancement and skill expansion.Gain valuable experience within a leading FinTech organization, contributing to impactful projects.The RoleIn our fast-growing company, this position transcends the traditional responsibilities of answering phones or greeting visitors. You will play a crucial role in fostering a warm, professional, and efficiently run office atmosphere for all who enter.Collaborating with a supportive office experience team, you will gain insights into various aspects of office operations and employee experiences. This role provides an excellent opportunity to refine your organizational and interpersonal skills while contributing to a lively, collaborative workplace.If you thrive in a people-oriented environment, take pride in organization, and enjoy creating a welcoming atmosphere, this position may be the perfect match for you.

Join our dynamic team at tgs as a UI/UX Designer, where you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the user experience across a diverse portfolio of corporate and marketing websites. Your expertise will be crucial in developing a cohesive and scalable design strategy that resonates with users across various platforms.In this collaborative position, you will work alongside Engineering, QA, and key stakeholders to create intuitive, accessible, and visually appealing designs that cater to both legacy systems and modern web technologies. Your contributions will significantly reduce design inconsistencies, accelerate project timelines, and elevate the overall quality of our corporate web presence.Key ResponsibilitiesUX & Interface Design:Craft user interfaces and experiences tailored for corporate and marketing websites.Generate wireframes, mockups, and high-fidelity designs for new features and pages.Transform business and user requirements into clear, user-friendly designs.Maintain consistency in layout, interaction patterns, and visual language across all projects.Design Systems & Standards:Contribute to the creation and upkeep of a unified design system.Define reusable components and UI patterns in partnership with development teams.Ensure designs are scalable across multiple websites and brand identities.Maintain comprehensive design documentation and guidelines.Collaboration & Delivery:Work closely with frontend and full-stack developers to guarantee accurate implementation of designs.Collaborate with QA teams to ensure that designs are executed as intended.Engage with stakeholders from marketing and web teams to align on design objectives.Support redesign initiatives, migrations, and new technology implementations.Quality & Accessibility:Ensure all designs adhere to usability, accessibility, and branding standards.Champion user-centered design best practices.Promote continuous improvements to enhance the user experience across platforms.

Join KingMakers, where we don't just follow the industry's lead; we set the standards.As a proud African enterprise, we are revolutionizing the realm of sports and iGaming entertainment across the continent. Since our inception in 2018, we have developed platforms that engage millions of fans with our flagship brands, BetKing and SuperSportBet.With rapid expansion from Nigeria to South Africa, we've emerged as a formidable force, renowned for elevating standards, challenging norms, and defining the future of our industry. Our ambitious vision is to be the premier destination for African gaming.Our culture is rooted in collaboration, innovation, and bold execution. Every decision we make is intentional, every interaction meaningful, and every product crafted with excellence to enhance the experience for our players and partners.We prioritize speed, curiosity, and striving for excellence. Our mission is to provide entertainment anchored in integrity, innovation, and positive impact — because exceptional products can transform how entire communities engage with play.As a Senior Data Engineer, you will be pivotal in designing, implementing, and owning data engineering solutions across global projects. Your responsibilities will include architecting and constructing scalable data pipelines, enhancing storage systems, and improving data infrastructure performance. You will address intricate technical challenges and propose innovative solutions.Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will ensure data quality and accessibility, contributing significantly to the overall data strategy of the company. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers and instill best practices in data engineering across various teams.

Join our dynamic team at rocknroll1 as a Zookeeper in the vibrant city of Cape Town! We are looking for an experienced professional who is passionate about animal care and conservation. In this role, you will be responsible for the well-being of a variety of species, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care.You will work closely with a dedicated team to maintain habitats, oversee feeding schedules, and educate the public about animal behavior and conservation efforts. If you have a deep love for wildlife and a commitment to promoting environmental stewardship, we want to hear from you!

Join our dynamic team at zeneducate as a Sales Executive in Cape Town, where your passion for education and sales prowess will help shape the future of learning. In this pivotal role, you will engage with prospective partners, showcase our innovative educational solutions, and drive sales to elevate our impact in the education sector.

Speechify’s mission is to remove reading barriers and open up learning for everyone. Our text-to-speech products serve over 50 million users, converting everything from PDFs and books to Google Docs, news articles, and websites into audio. The product lineup spans iOS, Android, Mac, Chrome, and web. Recognition includes Google’s Chrome Extension of the Year and Apple’s 2025 Design Award for Inclusivity. The team is fully remote, with about 200 people worldwide. Engineers and researchers join us from Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Stanford, Stripe, Vercel, and more. The work culture values strong communication, initiative, and a drive to win. Leadership is open to anyone who demonstrates outstanding technical ability. Role Overview This Platform Software Engineer position is based in Cape Town, South Africa. The role centers on building and maintaining backend services that power Speechify’s products. These services include payments, analytics, subscriptions, text-to-speech features, and external APIs. The work involves shaping product direction, improving user experience, and supporting new product launches. The team moves quickly and values thoughtful product decisions. The company structure is flat, so engineers have the chance to take on leadership and influence technical direction. What You Will Do Design, develop, and maintain APIs, both public (such as TTS) and internal (covering payments, subscriptions, authentication, and consumption tracking), to meet business and scaling requirements. Oversee backend API systems, focusing on performance and maintainability. Contribute to B2B solutions, handling customization and integration for enterprise customers. Work with cross-functional teams to ensure backend architecture supports product goals and user needs. Interview Process The process includes several technical interviews, typically completed within one week.

Join Electrum as a Product Support EngineerAt Electrum, we are not just a payment software technology company; we are innovators driving the future of financial transaction processing in South Africa.Since our inception in 2012, we have been delivering reliable, enterprise-level, cloud-native software solutions that enhance the efficiency of financial transactions. Our specialized knowledge has made us a trusted partner in high-volume, low-value payment systems, facilitating services for millions of South Africans every day.We are committed to making an impact by designing solutions that truly matter, embracing urgency, and fostering continuous learning as we expand our reach. Collaboration is at the heart of our operations, and we work hand-in-hand with our clients and teams to create meaningful and sustainable solutions. Safety and trust are paramount; we promote open dialogue, encourage smart risk-taking, and nurture an environment where creativity flourishes. Additionally, we focus on building empowered teams by hiring exceptional talent and fostering a culture of collaboration, high standards, empathy, and kindness.As part of the Electrum team, you will:Engage in the entire product lifecycle — from initial concept to the successful launch of the product.Enhance your skills through top-tier training and practical experience every day.Receive mentorship from industry experts who are dedicated to your professional growth.Thrive in a dynamic and innovative workplace that encourages collaboration and creativity.Address real-world customer challenges and see the tangible impact of your contributions.Take advantage of numerous opportunities to advance your career and broaden your expertise.Gain valuable experience in a leading FinTech environment, working on impactful projects.Your RoleAs a Product Support Engineer, your role will be pivotal in ensuring the seamless operation and optimal performance of our payment processing products and services. You will tackle technical issues head-on, providing solutions that enhance user experience and maintain the integrity of financial services. This position is more than a support role; it is an opportunity to become integral to a team that is reshaping the payment landscape in South Africa.

Join our dynamic team as a Database Engineer in Century City, Cape Town. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust database systems that support our business operations. We are looking for an innovative thinker who can optimize our database performance and ensure data integrity.Your technical expertise will contribute to various projects, enhancing our data management capabilities and supporting strategic decision-making across the organization.