Back End Developer (Contract) - Gauteng/Hybrid - ISB101914iSanqa Resourcing • Midrand, GP, South Africa

Back End Developer (Contract) - Gauteng / Hybrid - ISB101914

iSanqa Resourcing • Midrand, GP, South Africa

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Job description

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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If you do not receive a response within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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iSanqa is your trusted Level 2 BEE recruitment partner , dedicated to continuous improvement in delivering exceptional service. Specializing in seamless placements for permanent staff, temporary resources, and efficient contract management and billing facilitation, iSanqa Resourcing is powered by a team of professionals with an outstanding track record. With over 100 years of combined experience, we are committed to evolving our practices to ensure ongoing excellence.

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