Senior Data Engineer

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description


Our client is seeking a highly skilled Data Engineer to join their team, dedicated to enhancing data systems across the organization. The role involves building and fine-tuning data pipelines, ensuring the seamless flow and security of data, and supporting the infrastructure that powers analytics and reporting.Key Responsibilities:

  • Identify and implement process improvements, automating tasks, and enhancing data system efficiency.
  • Develop new features and optimize existing ones across the data ecosystem to improve scalability and performance.
  • Assemble complex data sets to support functional and analytical needs.
  • Design and maintain efficient ETL processes, focusing on data consistency and quality.
  • Create automated monitoring solutions and support infrastructure for analytics.
  • Oversee data quality and governance, maintaining secure data environments and robust infrastructure (including AWS and database systems).
  • Document data systems, providing clear guidance to internal users.
  • Maintain best practices across databases, focusing on security, performance, and data integrity.
Tech Stack:
  • Python, SQL, PySpark
  • AWS, Airflow, Docker, Terraform
Requirements:
  • Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
  • At least 5 years of experience in data engineering, including 2 years working with large-scale data pipelines.
  • Expertise in Python and SQL, with knowledge of PostgreSQL and MS SQL.
  • Strong experience with cloud services such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
  • Proficiency in version control, CI/CD, and tools like GitHub.
  • Knowledge of Glue, PySpark, and other big data tools is a plus.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage data lifecycle and process optimization.
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills.
How to Apply:
Send your detailed CV to OR apply online.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not been contacted within 2 weeks, your application has been declined.
If you are an innovative data engineer with a knack for building efficient data systems, apply now to make a difference with our client.For more information please contact:Marinique Basson

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1367279
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Education
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