Data Engineering and Architecture Lead
| Location: | Johannesburg |
| Remote work: | Some remote work allowed |
| Type: | Permanent |
| Reference: | #GZ60852 |
| Company: | E-Merge IT Recruitment |
We’re building the next-generation data backbone for a dynamic organisation.
We create scalable, secure, cloud-first platforms that power analytics, AI, and business intelligence across the enterprise.
Currently searching for a
Data Engineering and Architecture Lead with deep AWS Cloud expertise and a passion for solving complex data challenges.
Requirements:- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or related field
- 10+ years’ experience in data engineering or architecture
- 5+ years leadership experience
- 5+ years architectural experience
- Proven experience with AWS services (S3, Glue, Redshift, Lambda, EMR, Athena)
- Expertise in SQL, Python, and ETL/ELT development
- Knowledge of data modelling (Kimball, Data Vault) and data governance
- Leadership experience managing technical teams
Responsibilities:- Lead design and implementation of enterprise data architecture and integration strategies
- Build and manage scalable, high-performance data pipelines
- Ensure data availability and quality to support analytics, BI, and AI initiatives
- Collaborate with business and technology teams to translate requirements into solutions
- Define best practices, enforce standards, and mentor a team of data engineers
Reference number for this position is
GZ60852 which is a permanent position based in
Melrose Arch offering a cost to company salary of
R1.8m per annum negotiable on experience and ability. Contact Garth on
az.oc.egrem-e@zhtrag or call him on
011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities.
Are you ready for a change of scenery? The E-Merge IT recruitment is a specialist niche recruitment agency. We offer our candidates options so that we can successfully place the right developers with the right companies in the right roles. Check out the E-Merge website
www.e-merge.co.za for more great positions.
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Posted on 16 Oct 09:38, Closing date 15 Dec
