South Africa: Senior Data Engineer – Cape Town – HYBRID – R900 PH posted by E-Merge
Job Description
Yes, YOU – the one who speaks fluent SQL, dreams in Python, and thinks Spark is more than just a flame. Our client is on the hunt for a Senior Data Engineer who’s not just good with data… but lives and breathes it.
We are young and still innovating like a startup. Our mission? To use the power of data to unlock smarter financial futures for millions across Africa. Want in? Start Applying!!
Your Superpowers:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in data engineering with a focus on complex data solutions.
- Certifications in relevant data engineering, cloud, or advanced analytics technologies.
- Leadership skills – team lead experience
- Experience with real-time data processing and streaming technologies
- Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
- Familiarity with data security and privacy considerations
The Tech You Love (and We Use):
- SQL; Python
- Spark (PySpark & SQL); Hadoop
- AWS S3; AWS Lambda; AWS Redshift (Serverless, including Redshift Spectrum)
- AWS EMR; AWS Step Functions; AWS Event Bridge Rules & Pipes; AWS Glue
- AWS SQS; AWS SNS
What You’ll Be Up To:
- Architectural Leadership: Lead the design and implementation of scalable, high-performance data architectures
- Provide strategic input into the evolution of the company’s data infrastructure and technology stack
- Advanced Data Modelling: Design and implement advanced data models to meet complex business requirements. Optimize data storage and retrieval mechanisms for optimal performance
Reference Number for this position is GZ60609 which is a contract Hybrid position based in Cape Town offering a cost to company salary of R900 per hour negotiable on experience and ability. Contact Garth on *****@*****.co.za or call him on (***)***-**** to discuss this and other opportunities.
Are you ready for a change of scenery? The e-Merge IT recruitment is a specialist niche recruitment agency. We offer our candidates options so that we can successfully place the right developers with the right companies in the right roles. Check out the e-Merge website www.********.co.za for more great positions.
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