Job Description

Empowering Africa's tomorrow, together...one story at a time.
With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and intellectually curious developer (ideally Full Stack) to join our dynamic team. This role requires a strong foundation in backend development, cloud services, and data processing technologies. The ideal candidate is a conceptual thinker who thrives in solving complex problems and building scalable solutions.



Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using Scala, Spark, and Python Build and optimize data pipelines and processing workflows Integrate and manage AWS backend services (e.g., Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, ECR + ECS, etc.) Collaborate with front-end developers and other stakeholders to deliver full-stack solutions Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical decision-making Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code Troubleshoot and debug applications across the stack Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends

Required Skills & QualificationsProficiency in Scala, Spark, or/and Python Strong experience with AWS backend services Solid understanding of backend development principles and best practices Experience with RESTful APIs, microservices, and serverless architectures Ability to think conceptually and solve abstract problems Excellent communication and collaboration skills Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Preferred QualificationsExperience with front-end technologies (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices Knowledge of containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices (e.g. Terraform)

Education
Bachelor's Degree: Information TechnologyAbsa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised