AWS Data Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Contracting

Job Ref:

NCM003397/TS

Date posted:

Thursday, September 3, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Build Scalable Data Solutions on AWS!

POSITION INFO:
Our client, a leading technology-driven organisation, is looking for an AWS Data Engineer to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with modern cloud technologies, build robust data pipelines, and enable data-driven business decisions. What's in It for You? Hybrid working environment Exposure to cutting-edge AWS technologies Career growth and development opportunities Collaborative and innovative team culture Competitive salary and benefits Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain AWS-based data pipelines Build and optimise ETL\/ELT processes Manage and transform large datasets for reporting and analytics Ensure data quality, integrity, and security Collaborate with analysts, developers, and business stakeholders Support cloud data platform enhancements and performance optimisation Experience & Skills of the Ideal Candidate 3+ years' experience as a Data Engineer Strong AWS experience (S3, Glue, Redshift, Lambda, Athena) Experience building ETL\/ELT pipelines Strong SQL and Python skills Experience with data warehousing and cloud-based data platforms Understanding of data governance, quality, and security Relevant Degree or Diploma in IT, Computer Science, or a related field AWS Certification advantageous Apply today if you're passionate about building scalable cloud data solutions and unlocking the power of data.

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