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Contract data engineer (up to R500/hour) in Johannesburg at a company building digital platforms and e-commerce solutions. Day to day: build and maintain data pipelines and API integrations with Python, SQL, Azure Data Factory, Databricks and Azure DevOps, plus Power BI dashboards, Power Platform automation and CI/CD via GitHub.

Our client is looking for a skilled Data Engineer to join a technology company that builds digital platforms, websites, apps and e-commerce solutions for small and growing businesses.
If you’re passionate about building data pipelines, developing cloud-based integrations and transforming data into actionable insights, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

  • Design, build and maintain data pipelines using Python, SQL, ETL/ELT and Azure technologies.
  • Develop API integrations and scalable data solutions.
  • Build reports and interactive dashboards using Power BI.
  • Work with Azure Data Factory, Databricks and Azure DevOps.
  • Support automation solutions using Power Automate and Power Apps.
  • Implement CI/CD processes and GitHub workflows.
  • Leverage AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity and delivery.

Qualifications and experience:

  • Relevant bachelor’s degree.
  • 3–5 years’ experience in data engineering.
  • Proficiency in Python, SQL, Azure Data Factory, Databricks and Azure DevOps.
  • Experience with Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps, CI/CD and GitHub workflows.
  • Strong API and ETL/ELT experience is essential
  • Advantageous: C# development experience.

The reference unmber for this position is NG61560 which is a contract role in Johannesburg offering a salary of up to R500 per hour salary negotiable based on experience. E-mail Nokuthula on e-Merge.co.za or call her for a chat on 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities.
Are you ready for a change of scenery? E-Merge IT recruitment is a niche recruitment agency. We offer our candidates options so that we can successfully place the right people with the right companies, in the right roles. Check out the e-Merge IT website for more great positions.

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