About RedCloud

RedCloud is leveraging AI-powered technology to break down the barriers to fair and profitable trade in emerging markets.

RedCloud's Intelligent Open Commerce Platform connects FMCG Brands, Distributors, and Local Merchants on a single, equitable marketplace, empowering them with real-world insights and data to help them make better decisions. RedCloud enables FMCG Brands to seize new opportunities in emerging markets, facilitates access to more buyers & streamlines operations for Distributors, and helps Local Merchants spend more time selling products, not searching for them.

The company comprises a highly diverse, dynamic team of driven talented people from over twenty different countries, speaking multiple languages, with a physical footprint in Africa, Europe, and Latin America. 

The role:

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Tech Lead to join our B2B fulfilment team in designing, developing, and delivering cutting-edge solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for driving technological excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the engineering team, ensuring best practices and high standards are maintained throughout the development lifecycle.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects, coordinating with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and objectives.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Tackle complex technical challenges, providing innovative solutions and guiding the team through problem resolution.
• Work closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define technical requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Advocate for continuous improvement in processes, tools, and technologies to enhance team productivity and product quality.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of system architecture, design decisions, and codebase.

• Design and implement scalable and robust software architectures for our supply chain B2B solutions.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience as a software engineer, with at least 3 years in a technical leadership role.
• Strong proficiency in C#, Relational Databases, distributed computing, middleware and integration patterns.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Experience in managing complex projects, with a solid understanding of Agile methodologies and tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.

Domain Knowledge B2B Process Expertise:

• Order Fulfilment:
• Design and implement solutions to optimize order processing, from order capture through to delivery.
• Ensure efficient integration with inventory management, and logistics systems.
• Improve order accuracy and delivery times through automation and real-time tracking.
• Inventory Management:
• Develop systems for real-time inventory tracking and management.
• Integrate with supplier systems for automated reordering and inventory replenishment.
• Customer Relationship Management (CRM):
• Architect solutions that enhance customer interactions and relationship management.
• Implement tools for tracking customer orders, preferences, and feedback.
• Integrate CRM with other business systems for a unified customer view.
• Supply Chain Integration:
• Ensure seamless integration between various supply chain components, including suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors.
• Enhance visibility across the supply chain to improve decision-making and responsiveness.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud and cloud-native development.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code.
• Knowledge of security best practices and experience implementing secure coding practices.
• A track record of driving innovation and staying updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Your unique experiences and perspectives might be just what we’re looking for.

Benefits

Working with a pioneering provider of eCommerce solutions you will have the opportunity to join an international company who are growing massively, we encourage ambition and creativity.

Plus, you will get:

• 25 Days Annual leave, increasing to 26 days after 12 months in the business
• Pension
• Life Insurance
• Dental cover
• Private Healthcare
• Stock / Equity

Check out the links below to see what our CEO Justin Floyd has to say about our plans for growth for the year ahead, and to see our latest video on the mission we’re on!

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