Cape Town: Data Engineer (Databricks) posted by iOCO Digital Pty Lty

February 8, 2026 Jobs in Cape Peninsula

iOCO Digital Pty Lty

Western Cape

Other IT/Computer

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Data Engineer with strong Python and Databricks experience to design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and platforms that enable analytics, reporting, and advanced data use cases. You will work closely with Data Scientists, BI Developers, and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality, production-ready data solutions across cloud-based environments.

This role requires strong engineering fundamentals, hands-on Databricks development, and experience working with large, complex datasets.

What youll do:

Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines using Python and Databricks
Build robust ETL/ELT processes to ingest structured and unstructured data
Develop and optimize Spark jobs for performance and reliability
Implement data models to support analytics and downstream consumption
Integrate multiple data sources (APIs, databases, files, streaming sources)
Ensure data quality, validation, and governance standards are met
Collaborate with Data Scientists and BI teams to operationalize analytics solutions
Implement monitoring, logging, and error-handling mechanisms
Support production deployments and troubleshoot pipeline issues
Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices
Document solutions and processes clearly

Your Expertise:

Experience with Azure Databricks or AWS Databricks
Knowledge of data orchestration tools (Airflow, ADF, etc.)
Experience with streaming technologies (Kafka, Event Hubs, etc.)
Exposure to data governance and security frameworks
Experience supporting machine learning pipelines
Understanding of DevOps practices

Qualification:

5+ years experience as a Data Engineer or similar role
Strong proficiency in Python for data engineering
Hands-on experience with Databricks (notebooks, jobs, workflows)
Solid understanding of Apache Spark concepts
Experience building ETL/ELT pipelines
Strong SQL skills
Experience working in cloud environments (AWS / Azure / GCP)
Familiarity with Delta Lake or similar lakehouse architectures
Version control (Git) and CI/CD exposure
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

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The average salary ranges for IT professionals in the Western Cape are as follows: software engineers and developers can expect to earn between R800 000 to R1 200 000 per annum; data scientists and analysts can range from R600 000 to R900 000; cybersecurity specialists can earn anywhere from R500 000 to R800 000; and IT project managers can command salaries ranging from R400 000 to R700 000. These figures are based on industry standards and may vary depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, and company size.

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