Head, Software Engineering & Data Tribe at HF Group

Housing Finance Company of Kenya was incorporated as the premier mortgage Finance Institution in Kenya licensed under the Banking Act with the CDC and the GoK owning 60% and 40% respectively.

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Head, Software Engineering & Data Tribe

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
  • Experience10 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldData, Business Analysis and AI  , ICT / Computer 

Principle Accountabilities

Technology Leadership

  • Lead and oversee all software engineering functions — backend, frontend, UI/UX, QA, and architecture — across multiple squads and innovation initiatives.
  • Define and enforce engineering standards, frameworks, and technology principles aligned with the Group’s IT strategy, cybersecurity, and regulatory requirements.
  • Drive technology excellence, ensuring scalability, resilience, and interoperability across digital platforms, including mobile, internet, and core system integrations.
  • Collaborate closely with other Tribe Leads and Core Technology teams to ensure seamless alignment, efficient resource utilization, and cohesive delivery across all technology initiatives.

Data Strategy & Tribe Leadership

  • Lead the Data Tribe, providing strategic direction for the implementation of the Group’s Data Strategy.
  • Work closely with the Head of Data Analytics within the Strategy & Business Performance Department to enhance the Group’s data infrastructure, governance, and analytics capabilities.
  • Oversee the design and implementation of data platforms and pipelines to enable data-driven decision-making, business intelligence, and advanced analytics.
  • Champion the adoption of data engineering best practices, data quality standards, and data security protocols across all innovation initiatives.

Architecture & Solution Design

  • Oversee the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performing architectures aligned with enterprise architecture standards.
  • Guide solution architects in developing robust, API-driven, cloud-enabled, and microservices-based solutions that support digital transformation objectives.
  • Promote architectural consistency and reuse across digital platforms and core systems.

Delivery & Execution

  • Ensure effective delivery of digital and data initiatives through Agile and DevSecOps practices.
  • Collaborate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and Innovation Squads to translate business needs into innovative, customer-centric technology solutions.
  • Establish and enforce delivery standards, ensuring on-time, high-quality releases with strong version control, automated testing, and CI/CD pipelines.

People & Capability Development

  • Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing multidisciplinary technology and data team.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning across all tribes.
  • Drive performance management, career development, and technical excellence within the technology and data teams.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with Group IT governance frameworks, cybersecurity standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., CBK, Data Protection Act).
  • Oversee technology and data risk assessments, implementing proactive mitigation measures.
  • Maintain rigorous standards for data privacy, system integrity, and information security.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

  • Evaluate and implement emerging technologies that enhance digital experiences, operational efficiency, and data utilization.
  • Encourage experimentation and prototyping of innovative solutions that support the Group’s digital transformation agenda.
  • Drive modernization of legacy systems and champion reusability of platforms and services across the Group’s ecosystem.

Key Competencies and Skills

Technical Competencies

  • Excellent leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills, with the ability to bridge the gap between business strategy, data insights, and technology execution.
  • Demonstrated ability to design and deliver enterprise-grade digital and data platforms, integrating with core banking systems, APIs, and cloud environments.
  • Strong understanding of data management principles, including data quality, metadata management, data lineage, and regulatory compliance (e.g., Data Protection Act, CBK regulations).
  • Proven track record in implementing data strategies and analytics initiatives that enable data-driven decision-making across the organization.

Leadership Competencies

  • Strategic Orientation & Result Orientation.
  • Exceptional stakeholder engagement, communication, and team management skills.
  • Ability to bridge the gap between business strategy, data insights, and technology execution.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

Academic & Professional

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field.
  • A Master’s degree in Technology Management, Data Analytics, or Business Administration is an added advantage.

Experience

  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in software engineering, technology management, or digital transformation, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role overseeing multidisciplinary technology teams.
  • Proven experience leading cross-functional technology and data teams, including developers, solution architects, and data professionals in a dynamic, innovation-driven, or financial services environment.
  • Experience managing delivery through Agile, DevOps, and DevSecOps practices, ensuring continuous integration, testing, and deployment.
  • Familiarity with emerging technologies such as AI/ML, automation, API ecosystems, and cloud-native solutions is an advantage.

Check how your CV aligns with this job

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to HF Group on www.hfgroup.co.ke to apply

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