Data Engineer - AWS

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.

We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer - AWS to join our financial services client based in Centurion.

The Senior Data Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining robust, scalable data pipelines and platforms to support advanced analytics, BI, and data-driven decision‑making. This individual brings strong technical experience, shows leadership in data initiatives, and works closely with both technical and business stakeholders to ensure high-quality data solutions.

What You Will Be Doing

• Design, develop and maintain complex data pipelines from multiple sources into a central data platform / lakehouse.
• Ensure reliability, scalability, and maintainability of pipelines.
• Optimize data flows and data quality checks.
• Contribute to the architectural design and enhancements of the data platform.
• Support the implementation of cloud‑first data solutions, primarily in AWS.
• Lead initiatives for automation, monitoring, and CI / CD for data engineering workflows.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Data Engineers.
• Advocate for best practices in data engineering, including version control, testing, and documentation.
• Conduct code reviews and support knowledge sharing across the team.
• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, software engineers, and business stakeholders.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications and deliverables.
• Support data consumers by developing reports, data products, and self‑service solutions.
• Keep up to date with new tools, technologies, and best practices in data engineering.
• Evaluate and integrate new data sources and technologies as required.
• Champion a data‑driven culture within the organisation.

What We Are Looking For

Please note that if you do not hear from us within 3 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.

Desired Skills

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Psybergate (Pty) Ltd by 2x

Get notified about new Data Engineer jobs in Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa .

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

#J-18808-Ljbffr