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Technical Vetting Contractor

OfferZen

South Africa, Full-time Retail & Sales
Posted: 20 July 2026 Closes: 19 August 2026 Salary: Not disclosed

OfferZen is hiring a Technical Vetting Contractor in South Africa. This is a Full-time position, in the Retail & Sales sector, posted on 20 July 2026. The salary is not disclosed in the listing. Applications close on 19 August 2026. Below you will find the full job description, step-by-step application guidance, interview preparation advice and answers to common questions about this vacancy.

Position
Technical Vetting Contractor
Company
OfferZen
Location
South Africa
Job type
Full-time
Category
Retail & Sales
Posted
20 July 2026
Closing date
19 August 2026
Salary
Not disclosed

Overview

The Opportunity

We're on the lookout for leads and managers who have experience hiring tech professional to join OfferZen’s Code Council. Think of it as paying it forward💡

As a Technical Vetting Contractor, you’ll help assess real candidates looking for tech jobs by reviewing tech assessments and conducting technical interviews. Only free to do one tech assessment per week? That's fine. Want to do two every day? Great! This is a flexible arrangement that allows you to commit as much time as you're able.

This role is for you if you care about raising the bar in tech, and like the idea of being part of a community that values quality, fairness, and great engineering,

What you’ll do

  • Conduct candidate technical vetting.
    • Reviewing AI generated Assessments for specific positions.
    • Review & Grade candidate assessment submissions.
    • Conduct technical Interviews with candidates who pass the assessment.
    • Provide summaries (write-ups) of the candidate that can be submitted to the Customer.
  • Provide feedback to the Head of Technical Vetting on our technical vetting rigour and process.
  • Collaborate with the product team to improve platform tools and insights for tech vetting.
  • Document and maintain guidelines for assessments, scoring, and summaries.

You’ll be a great fit for this role if you have:

  • Technical assessment ability: Strong judgment in evaluating assignment submissions and conducting technical interviews across multiple tech stacks.
  • Attention to detail: Accurate, high-quality assessments and summaries. Identifies subtle signals in technical skills (eg: code, process flow, automation) and communication.
  • Interviewing skills: Can run structured technical interviews that assess both hard skills and problem-solving approaches.

Background:

  • 5+ years as a senior tech professional, we're on the look out for:
    • Senior Software Engineers, Leads or Managers with experience in C++, and/or, C#/.NET, and/or MERN stack, and/or Golang
    • Senior Data Engineers (or Leads, Managers)
    • Senior Data Scientists, Data Analysts  (or Leads, Managers)
    • Senior DevOps / Platform Engineers (or Leads, Managers)
  • Extensive experience conducting technical interviews and reviewing assessments. 
  • Demonstrated ability to identify high-quality candidates.

The OfferZen Story

OfferZen is on a mission to connect every developer with opportunities to build an awesome future. Check out our website for more.

We promise:

  • No death-by-meeting.
  • Flexible gigs, on your time.
  • Good vibes only.

*This role can be based locally or remotely - we welcome all applicants based in South Africa.

About OfferZen

How to apply for this job

  1. Read the full job description and requirements on this page carefully before applying — tailor your application to what the employer actually asks for.
  2. Update your CV and save it as a PDF. Make sure your contact details, most recent experience and qualifications are easy to find.
  3. Click the apply button on this page to complete your application on OfferZen's own careers site. The employer manages the shortlisting process directly.
  4. Have certified copies of your ID and qualifications ready. Many South African employers request them once you are shortlisted.
  5. Applications close on 19 August 2026. Submit well before the deadline — late applications are normally not considered.
  6. Keep a record of what you submitted and when. If you have not heard back within a few weeks of the closing date, it is acceptable to follow up politely.

Interview preparation

If OfferZen shortlists you for the Technical Vetting Contractor position, preparation makes the difference. Work through these steps:

  • Research OfferZen before the interview — look for their official website, social profiles and any recent news. Interviewers expect you to know why you want to work there specifically.
  • Go through the job description above and prepare a specific example from your own experience for each of the main duties. Most interview questions will be drawn from what the advert emphasises.
  • Structure your answers with the STAR method — Situation, Task, Action, Result. Concrete stories with measurable outcomes are far stronger than general claims about your abilities.
  • Prepare two or three thoughtful questions to ask the panel — about the team, how success is measured in the role, or growth opportunities. It signals genuine interest.
  • Plan your logistics early. Confirm whether the interview is in person in South Africa or online, and arrive or log in at least ten minutes early.

Frequently asked questions

What is the closing date for the Technical Vetting Contractor job at OfferZen?

Applications for the Technical Vetting Contractor position at OfferZen close on 19 August 2026. Apply before the deadline — late applications are usually not considered.

What is the salary for the Technical Vetting Contractor position?

The salary for the Technical Vetting Contractor position is not disclosed in the listing. It will typically be discussed during the interview process or included in the offer stage.

Where is the Technical Vetting Contractor job at OfferZen based?

This position is based in South Africa. Check the job description for any travel, hybrid or relocation details the employer may have included.

How do I apply for the Technical Vetting Contractor job at OfferZen?

Click the apply button on this page — you will be taken to OfferZen's official careers site to complete your application. Only applications submitted through the employer's official channel are considered.

What type of employment is the Technical Vetting Contractor position?

This is a Full-time position in the Retail & Sales sector.

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