About You and the Key Skills We’re Looking For

Your proven record as an AWS Cloud Data Engineer highlights your expertise in creating scalable and secure data solutions. Proficiency in AWS and Big Data technologies such as AWS EC2, AWS S3, AWS Lambda, and Spark/SparkSQL enables you to handle massive amounts of data efficiently. Your adeptness with programming languages like Java, C#, Node.js, Python, and SQL ensures robust and innovative solutions. Comprehension of cloud-based infrastructure and DevOps tools underscores your holistic approach. Your familiarity with data integration, enterprise data warehousing, and data visualisation enhances your technical edge for this role.

Key Responsibilities

As an AWS Cloud Data Engineer, you will be responsible for building high-quality, innovative, and fully performing data solutions. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including business stakeholders, data scientists, and IT professionals, to ensure accurate and actionable insights are provided.

Some of your duties include:

• Develop data ingestion, data processing, data engineering, and analytical pipelines for big data, relational databases, NoSQL, and data warehouse solutions.
• Utilise public cloud architectures, considering pros/cons and migration considerations.
• Implement AWS and Big Data technologies such as AWS EC2, AWS S3, AWS Lambda, Spark/SparkSQL, and streaming technologies like Apache Kafka, AWS Kinesis, and Apache NiFI.
• Use programming languages such as Java, C#, Node.js, Python, PySpark, SQL, and Unix shell/Perl scripting.
• Work with DevOps tools like GitHub, GitLab, Jenkins, CodeBuild, CodePipeline, and CodeDeploy.
• Follow Agile software development and DevOps best practices and principles.

Who we are

Our purpose is to grow people, grow business, and grow Africa.

At iqbusiness, we are creative, analytical people who never concede defeat. Beyond IT and technology, we apply innovative solutions to complex problems. We make sure that our clients grow, whether these challenges may be overcome by using research from IQbusiness and our partners, distributing teams to build and implement solutions, or deploying point ability to address a skills shortage. Whatever the challenges, we support them in overcoming them.

What’s in it for you?

At iqbusiness, we prioritise work-life balance and offer attractive salary packages with generous employee benefits. Our offices are conveniently found in both Johannesburg and Cape Town, ensuring ease even during challenging times like load shedding. We foster a workplace culture that values flexibility and supports your personal needs. Moreover, our diverse talent pool provides many opportunities for growth and development through meaningful interactions with your colleagues. Join us and experience the best of both worlds: a fulfilling career and a fulfilling life outside of work.

How do we recruit?

At IQbusiness, we take a refreshingly straightforward approach to recruitment. We firmly believe that feedback is the backbone of improvement, so we avoid dragging out the process unnecessarily.

Here's a sneak peek at the steps involved once you've sent us your resume:

• First, we'll dive into your CV, delving into your background, interests, passions, and tech prowess. If you're a shining star that aligns with our needs, congratulations! You'll swiftly move on to step two.
• This stage involves meeting one of our charismatic hiring managers, who will assess your skills and, just as importantly, your compatibility with our vibrant culture.
• If you emerge victorious from this encounter, a thrilling challenge awaits you—an online assessment to prove your mettle. But wait, there's more! You'll also mingle with more of our extraordinary team members.
• Once these delightful encounters conclude, we get down to business with employment checks—references, credit history, criminal records, and even the rarefied world of fraud.
• Once you've successfully navigated these hurdles, voila!We eagerly extend to you an offer of employment, formalities having been dealt with in a timely manner.

So, if you're ready to embark on a whirlwind recruitment adventure, buckle up and send us that resume!

Note: As all iqbusiness roles require honesty in the handling of or access to cash, finances, financial systems, or confidential information, our recruitment process requires that the following background checks be completed: credit, criminal, ID, and qualification verification. 

IQbusiness is committed to sustainable growth and transformation; we embrace diversity and employ previously disadvantaged individuals.