Sparc Systems Limited is seeking a highly organized and results-oriented Technical Lead to oversee day-to-day running of the Innovation hub Technical functions supporting our innovation and entrepreneurship programs.

Responsibilities or duties

• Oversee MVP design, development, and product iteration for supported ventures.
• Manage engineering resources and ensure efficient allocation across projects.
• Ensure delivery timelines, product quality, and technical standards are met.
• Work closely with the broader Sparc Engineering team to manage sandbox environments, hosting space, and other shared technical resources.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and hands-on support to start-ups and internal teams.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in software and/or hardware engineering, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership role.
• Proven experience in MVP development and product delivery for start-ups or early-stage ventures.
• Demonstrated experience working with cloud platforms, hosting environments, and development tools accessible in Malawi.
• Experience in training and mentoring junior or local developers

Required Competencies

• Strong software and hardware engineering skills, adaptable to limited infrastructure environments.
• Excellent problem-solving and project coordination skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

• Oversee MVP design, development, and product iteration for supported ventures.
• Manage engineering resources and ensure efficient allocation across projects.
• Ensure delivery timelines, product quality, and technical standards are met.
• Work closely with the broader Sparc Engineering team to manage sandbox environments, hosting space, and other shared technical resources.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and hands-on support to start-ups and internal teams.

• Strong software and hardware engineering skills, adaptable to limited infrastructure environments.
• Excellent problem-solving and project coordination skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in software and/or hardware engineering, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership role.
• Proven experience in MVP development and product delivery for start-ups or early-stage ventures.
• Demonstrated experience working with cloud platforms, hosting environments, and development tools accessible in Malawi.
• Experience in training and mentoring junior or local developers