Back-End Developer (Senior) 1914

Recruiter:

Open Source (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

JHB001368/CK

Date posted:

Monday, October 13, 2025

Location:

Menlyn, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Senior Back-End Developer (3-Year Contract, Hybrid – Menlyn)

Contract Details:

Duration: 3 years renewable (Jan 2026 – Dec 2028) based on performance/project availability
Location: Menlyn – Hybrid (8 office days/month, flexible)
South African citizens or residents preferred

Are you a back-end developer who thrives on solving complex problems, building robust systems, and working with cutting-edge data technologies? We’re looking for a Senior Back-End Developer to join our Impact Platform team on a 3-year renewable contract based in Menlyn, with a hybrid work model (8 office days/month, flexible at manager discretion).

POSITION INFO:
What You’ll Do:

Design, develop, and maintain data-driven applications, APIs, and ETL pipelines using Python, Java, SQL, and PySpark.
Develop CI/CD pipelines with CodeBuild and GitHub Actions, implement test-driven development, and ensure test automation using tools like Playwright.
Deploy applications and infrastructure using Terraform and IaC principles.
Work with AWS services (S3, Lambda, EMR, Glue, Athena, DynamoDB, Fargate, IAM, API Gateway) to build scalable solutions.
Conduct system testing, parallel runs, audits, and prepare technical documentation per ISO standards.
Collaborate in Agile ceremonies, refine stories and epics, and contribute to system architecture and design decisions.
Assist with business POCs, risk management, and 3rd-level support.

What You Bring:

7+ years in Back End Development
3+ years’ experience in Python, including decorators, advanced class manipulation, and dependency injection.
3+ years’ experience with AWS development (API Gateway, Lambda, Glue, EMR, S3, DynamoDB, Fargate, Athena, IAM).
Experience in software development, ETL pipelines, SQL, and data-driven programming.
Familiarity with test automation, CI/CD, Git branching strategies, and Docker containers.
Advantageous: knowledge of Palantir Foundry, BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, QlikView), Kafka/data streaming, security best practices, and ITSM processes.
Relevant IT or Engineering degree.
AWS certification (Developer Associate or Solutions Architect) is a plus.

Why Join Us?

Flexible hybrid work environment and strong work-life balance.
Exposure to cutting-edge global IT systems and dynamic team collaboration.
Modern offices in Menlyn with a high-energy, fast-paced environment.
Opportunity to work with international teams and apply Agile methodology in real projects.
Attractive group vehicle promotions and flexible benefits.

If building scalable, data-driven back-end systems excites you and you want to work in a high-impact, innovative environment, apply now and join our global IT journey! Send CVs to

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