Back End Developer (Contract) GautengHybrid ISB101914

Drive innovation in global data-driven platform development with cutting-edge back-end expertise!

Become the technical architect behind the Impact Platform where your Python AWS and ETL expertise will deliver enterprise-scale solutions that transform global automotive data infrastructure!

Advanced back-end development with Python AWS and Big Data pipelines

Hybrid and remote working flexibility with 1960 flexible annual hours

Senior leadership role in global platform development

POSITION: Contract: 01 January 2026 31 December 2028

EXPERIENCE: 6-8 Years related experience

COMMENCEMENT: 01 January 2026

LOCATION: Hybrid: Midrand/Menlyn/Rosslyn/Home Office rotation

Qualifications / Experience

• Relevant IT / Engineering Degree
• 3 years experience in Python (decorators advanced class manipulation dependency injection etc) (essential)
• 3 years experience in AWS (API Gateway Lambda Dynamodb Fargate EMR Glue Athena IAM etc) (essential)
• 3 years experience in software development
• 3 years experience in SQL (advantageous)
• AWS Certified Developer Associate / Solutions Architect (advantageous)
• Experience with Impact Platform or similar data platforms advantageous
• Agile working methodology experience (Mandatory)

Essential Skills Requirements

• Expertise in API and ETL development
• Git development branching strategies and development approaches
• CI/CD pipeline development using Code Build and Github Actions
• Test driven development Unit Testing Functional Testing Code Coverage
• Experience in Test Automation for ex Playwright
• Terraform and IAC deployments; PySpark pipeline development
• Knowledge of multiple database types such as structured and unstructured databases
• Experience in using AWS S3 Storage with Iceberg Tables and AWS Data Pipelines
• Linux scripting and environment usage
• AWS Development Skills and proficient in programming (Python(preferred) and Java or SQL)
• Any additional responsibilities assigned in the Agile Working Model (AWM) Charter

Advantageous Skills Requirements

• Data and API Mining
• Knowledge on Security best practices
• Advanced monitoring of systems when to create alerts and setting up alerting pipelines
• Be comfortable with Data Structures and Algorithms
• Understanding of integration between different technologies
• Able to refine and plan stories and EPICs
• Architecting solutions to business solutions
• Experience with ODBC and file syncs
• Experience with pre-commit hooks and coding standards i.e. clean coding standards and PEP8
• GitHub copilot
• Docker container creation and usage
• Familiar with data streaming services such as Apache Kafka
• Coordination between development and support environments
• Assist with identification and management of risks
• Knowledge of Jira Confluence and Agile methodologies
• Data Analysis
• ITSM knowledge
• User support ticket management
• MS Teams and the Microsoft office suite
• Knowledge of Palantir Foundry would be a great advantage
• Knowledge of Frontend BI Tools would be an advantage (PowerBI Tableau Qlikview)

Role Requirements

• Managing development projects / processes
• Develop in Data Driven Programming languages such as Python and Big Data pipelines such as ETL SQL Spark etc.
• Develop APIs to trigger side effects in large systems that would affect the whole of Group
• Strong Working knowledge with software development tools techniques and approaches used to build application solutions
• Assisting Business with POCs and business value calculations from a developer perspective
• Development and Operations of Applications and Features in collaboration with partners in Munich
• System testing/parallel runs
• System implementation
• System audits/quality assurance
• Propose and review system design and evaluate alternatives
• Review and present proposed system solution to IT Project Manager / Leader and User Management or System owner
• Develop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirements
• Preparation of system/technical documentation (as per ISO standards)
• Setting up of Test Cases Test Processes and Test Automation for the Development of Applications
• Running of Tests to ensure Quality of Work and Ensuring the Test Results are Reported back into Xray
• Actively participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning retrospectives and daily standups
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define design and ship new features
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues
• Ensure application security and data protection
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends
• Mentor and guide junior developers in best practices
• Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes and tools
• Document technical specifications and architectural decisions
• Collaborate effectively with developers operations teams and stakeholders
• Maintain compliance and adherence to standards for audit and quality assurance
• Update user stories in JIRA and maintain documentation in Confluence
• Prepare comprehensive system/functional documentation and user manuals
• Escalate deviations blockers and impediments to relevant leadership
• Additional responsibilities as per AWM Charter or department manager direction

NB:

• South African citizens/residents preferred.
• Valid work permit holders will be considered.
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