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Job Details

📍 Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
🏢 Company: Takealot Group
📄 Contract Type: Fixed-Term Graduate Programme
⏳ Duration: 12 Months
🎓 Programme Type: Graduate Programme (Engineering & Product)

Company Overview

Takealot Group is South Africa’s leading e-commerce and delivery organisation, operating some of the country’s most recognisable digital brands, including takealot.com, Takealot Fulfilment Services (TFS), and Mr D. The group operates at scale, serving over 2.5 million active online shoppers, and is known for its fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

As a hyper-growth organisation, Takealot Group attracts top talent who thrive in high-performance teams and are motivated by solving complex, real-world problems through technology, data, and customer-focused solutions.

Job Overview

The Engineering & Product Graduate Programme is designed to develop future technology and product leaders by providing exposure across multiple Takealot Group businesses. Graduates will work closely with engineering, product, and quality assurance teams while gaining practical experience in large-scale systems, product development lifecycles, and data-informed decision-making.

This programme combines structured learning, mentorship, and hands-on project work, enabling graduates to build both technical expertise and professional skills in a high-volume, commercial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, testing, and implementation of engineering and product solutions

• Participate in requirements gathering, analysis, and technical documentation

• Conduct research and analysis to support engineering and product decisions

• Support troubleshooting, debugging, and resolution of technical issues

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, product, QA, and operations

• Contribute to continuous improvement of systems, tools, and product features

• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations as required

• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, quality guidelines, and best practices

• Stay informed on emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field

Technical Skills

• Solid understanding of data structures and algorithms

• Knowledge of software development methodologies

• Experience or exposure to version control systems

• Strong computer literacy and technical aptitude

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• High attention to detail

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work effectively in collaborative team environments

Personal Attributes

• Hands-on and proactive approach to learning

• Creative thinker with the confidence to share ideas

• Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced environment

• Strong sense of ownership and accountability

CV Tips for Engineering & Product Graduates

• Highlight academic projects related to software development, systems analysis, or product design

• Clearly list programming languages, tools, and technologies you have worked with

• Include examples of teamwork, group projects, or collaborative problem-solving

• Emphasise analytical thinking, research work, or data-driven decision-making experience

• Keep your CV concise, structured, and tailored to engineering and product roles

Life at Takealot Group

• Entrepreneurial, customer-centric, and performance-driven culture

• Strong focus on execution, ownership, and continuous improvement

• Access to mentorship programmes and industry-leading professionals

• Free access to online learning platforms such as Udacity and Coursera

• Market-related total remuneration with flexible benefits

• Employee wellness support including counselling and financial guidance

• Collaborative workspaces with a strong team-oriented culture

Company Policy Statement

Takealot Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Preference will be given to applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities, in line with the company’s Employment Equity objectives.