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Cape Town Contract / 12-Months ZAR600 - ZAR650 per hour + Time and Materail, Renewable

Job Title: AWS Data Engineer
Duration: 12-Month Renewable Contract
Location: Cape Town CBD (4 Days On-Site Per Week)

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated AWS Data Engineer to join a leading retailer in Cape Town. This mid-level role offers the opportunity to work on exciting analytics-driven projects within a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in building and maintaining scalable data solutions using AWS technologies. Certification in AWS will be advantageous but is not a strict requirement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and maintain data pipelines and ETL processes using AWS tools and services.
  • Work closely with analytics teams to support business intelligence and reporting requirements.
  • Optimize data workflows for performance, scalability, and reliability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of data solutions with existing systems.
  • Ensure data quality, security, and compliance with relevant standards and policies.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve data issues promptly.
  • Perform data analysis and profiling to support decision-making processes.

Key Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3-5 years of experience as a Data Engineer, with a focus on AWS tools and technologies.
  • Strong understanding of AWS services such as S3, Redshift, Glue, Lambda, Athena, and EMR.
  • Hands-on experience with ETL pipelines and data migration in cloud environments.
  • Proficiency in SQL, Python, or other scripting languages.
  • Familiarity with analytics and data visualization tools.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to work with large data sets and identify trends or anomalies.
  • AWS certification (preferred but not required).

Personal Attributes:

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Self-driven and able to work independently in a dynamic environment.
  • Detail-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality work.

If you are a proactive and analytical AWS Data Engineer ready to contribute to a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply!

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Job Information

Job Reference: JO-2411-349012
Salary: ZAR600 - ZAR650 per hour + Time and Materail, Renewable
Salary per: hour
Job Duration: 12-Months
Job Start Date: 2025/01/01
Job Industries: Technology
Job Locations: Cape Town
Job Types: Contract

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