Senior Data Engineer – Cape Town – Hybrid – R900 Ph

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
e-Merge IT Recruitment
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Job Description

SUMMARY:
Senior Data Engineer - Cape Town - HYBRID - R900 PH
POSITION INFO:
Hey, Data Wizard!
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
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 -merge.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

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1483673
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned
 
 
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