The South African Revenue Service (SARS)
Senior Specialist: Engineering (Innovation and Solutioning)
Company Overview
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is South Africa’s national tax authority committed to modernizing tax administration through innovative solutions. We facilitate compliance, foster economic development, and deliver service excellence through cutting-edge technological strategies.
Position Purpose
Drive the implementation of transformative ‘Game Changer’ concepts aligned with SARS’ Vision 2024 strategy. Lead innovation through research, prototyping, and solution design while shaping business architecture roadmaps for sustainable results.
Key Requirements
Education:
• Honors/Postgraduate Diploma (NQF 8) in Industrial Engineering/Computer Science + 10-12 years’ innovation/tech experience (3-4 years at specialist level)
OR
• Bachelor’s Degree/Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in relevant field + 15 years’ experience (3-4 years at specialist level)
Core Responsibilities
Innovation Leadership:
- Conduct global benchmarking and foresight analysis
- Develop prototypes and pilot next-generation solutions
- Create innovation business cases and benefit tracking systems
Strategic Solution Design:
- Craft 5-10 year modernization roadmaps
- Collaborate on enterprise architecture development
- Facilitate solution testing and implementation support
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Build partnerships with internal/external technology leaders
- Present strategic recommendations to executive teams
Key Competencies
Behavioral:
Strategic Thinking • Ethical Leadership • Creative Problem Solving • Cross-functional Collaboration
Technical:
Emerging Tech Awareness • Business Architecture Design • Benefits Realization Management • Tax System Knowledge
Application Details
Submission Deadline: 29 August 2025
Employment Type: Full-time Permanent
Location: Gauteng, South Africa
Submit applications through SARS’ official career portal. SARS maintains absolute confidentiality in recruitment processes and does not request any application fees.
SARS champions workplace diversity and employment equity. All appointments comply with constitutional requirements.
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