At KingMakers, we're not here to follow the industry, we're here to define it.
We are a proudly homegrown African company, building the future of sports and iGaming entertainment across the continent. Since our launch in 2018, we've created platforms that connect millions of fans to the excitement they love through our leading brands, BetKing and SuperSportBet.
From Nigeria to South Africa, we've rapidly grown into a powerhouse, recognized for raising standards, pushing boundaries, and shaping what's next in our industry. Our vision is bold: to be the home where Africa plays.
Collaboration, innovation, and fearless execution define our culture. Every decision is purposeful, every interaction impactful, and every product designed to serve our players and partners with excellence.
We move fast, stay curious, and constantly raise the bar. Our mission is to deliver entertainment with integrity, innovation, and impact, because great products can change how entire communities experience play.
About the Role
We're looking for an Engineering Manager to lead a team of 6 talented engineers in building scalable, high-performance systems. If you're passionate about technology, love mentoring others, and thrive in fast-paced environments, this is your chance to drive real impact while shaping the future of our platform.
As an Engineering Manager, you will:
- Lead and mentor a team of engineers, ensuring the delivery of innovative, scalable, and maintainable solutions that align with business objectives
- Drive technical excellence by promoting best practices, resolving complex challenges, and fostering a collaborative environment
- Act as a bridge between technical teams and stakeholders, aligning technical roadmaps with business goals while communicating risks and opportunities effectively
- Focus on team growth, ensuring engineers have the tools, guidance, and support to excel in their roles
Technical Leadership
- Guide the team in designing and developing scalable solutions.
- Oversee system architecture, balancing innovation with maintainability and performance.
- Ensure smooth execution of complex, cross-functional projects.
- Champion best practices, testing, and quality assurance in all deliverables.
- Mentor, coach, and grow engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, ownership, and innovation.
- Provide clear feedback, career guidance, and motivation to help team members excel.
- Build cohesion across frontend and backend squads, ensuring alignment on goals and delivery.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define technical roadmaps aligned with business goals.
- Drive continuous improvement in workflows, observability, and incident management.
- Balance priorities between new feature development, system maintenance, and bug fixing
We are looking for a dynamic leader who is passionate about technology and thrives in a rapidly growing organization. To be successful in this role, you'll need:
Technical Skills
- Strong expertise in React, Tailwind, Angular, C#, .NET, SQL, MongoDB, Kafka.
- Experience with cloud infrastructure (Azure or similar) is highly valued.
- Familiarity with financial/booking systems.
- Knowledge of microservices, event-driven systems, and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
- Solid grounding in CI/CD, test automation, and Agile practices.
- iGaming industry experience
At KingMakers, culture isn't just words on a wall, it's how we show up, work, and grow. Our CROWNS are six bold, actionable values that guide how we make decisions, collaborate, and raise the bar together.
We believe great talent deserves great rewards. That's why our competitive compensation packages go beyond salary, with benefits and perks designed to help you thrive wherever you are.
Customer First
We build with and for our customers. Whether internal or external, we care deeply about what drives them and always strive to deliver real, meaningful value.
Raise the Bar
We take initiative, take ownership, and never settle. We're not here to show off, we're here to make an impact, raise standards, and push for better every time.
Operate with Candor
We build trust through openness and honesty. We speak clearly, listen actively, and make space for others to be part of the conversation. Truth with kindness, always.
We Build Together
We collaborate across teams, support one another, and leave egos aside. We succeed as a team, lifting each other up and sharing the load.
No Hesitation, Never Reckless
We move boldly and responsibly. We take smart risks, speak up, and try new things, with the courage to own the outcome and the clarity to avoid chaos.
Speed & Iteration
We act fast, learn fast, and improve fast. We cut through the noise, take action, and adapt quickly. Progress beats perfection.
Benefits
What we offer:
- Flexible Work: Hybrid model , the freedom to balance office collaboration with remote focus.
- Medical Aid: An extra R3, 000 contribution towards Discovery Medical, because your health matters.
- Retirement & Group Risk: Joint contributions to your Retirement Annuity (RA) and Group Risk Fund to invest in your future.
- Parking: Hassle-free, secure parking so you can start your day stress-free.
- Tech Equipment: Top-of-the-line laptop and tech gear to make your work seamless and productive.
- Team Activities : Regular events to build connections and foster collaboration.
- Office Perks : Free snacks, coffee, and a welcoming environment to keep you energized.
- Performance Bonuses : Discretionary rewards recognizing your contributions
