Team lead: IT (Python, Database Systems) (Cape Town)

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Location:	Cape Town
Remote work:	Some remote work allowed
Type:	Permanent
Reference:	#NG60855
Company:	e-Merge IT Recruitment

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Team Lead: IT to oversee the day-to-day management of IT infrastructure, systems, networks, and support services. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership to the IT team while remaining hands-on in the administration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the organization's technology environment.

This role requires a strong blend of technical expertise, team leadership, problem-solving, and operational management to ensure the stability, security, and performance of IT services.

Responsibilities:

Lead and mentor the IT team, ensuring effective service delivery and technical support.
Manage and maintain IT infrastructure, including Linux servers, virtualization platforms, networks, and security systems.
Administer and support networking, firewalls, routing, VoIP, and file-sharing services.
Oversee PostgreSQL databases, document management systems, SharePoint, and collaboration platforms.
Monitor system performance, availability, backups, patching, and disaster recovery processes.
Develop and maintain automation solutions using Bash, PowerShell, and Python.
Manage IT incidents, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure timely resolution of service requests.
Support infrastructure projects, system upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain technical documentation, standards, and operational procedures.
Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver secure, reliable, and scalable technology solutions aligned with business needs.

Qualifications and experience:

Degree or Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
Relevant certifications in Linux, Networking, Virtualization, or Cloud technologies will be advantageous.
Minimum 5 years' experience in IT Infrastructure, Systems Administration, or IT Operations.
Previous experience leading or supervising an IT support or infrastructure team.
Experience managing enterprise IT environments and supporting business-critical systems.
Experience in Linux, IPv4 Networks, Routing, Firewalls, VoIP, File Sharing Protocols, PostgreSQL, Database Systems, Hyper-V, Proxmox VE, SharePoint, Document Management Systems (DMS), Wiki Platforms, Jira, Git, Bash, PowerShell, Python

The Reference Number for this position is NG60855 which is a Permanent, hybrid position in Cape Town offering a salary of up to R600k per annum, salary negotiable based on experience. E-mail Nokuthula on nokuthulag@ e-Merge.co.za or call her for a chat on 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities.

Are you ready for a change of scenery? e-Merge IT recruitment is a niche recruitment agency. We offer our candidates options so that we can successfully place the right people with the right companies, in the right roles. Check out the e-Merge IT website www.e-merge.co.za for more great positions.

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Posted on 04 Jun 09:32, Closing date 3 Aug

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