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    Software Engineer

    Location:Johannesburg
    Type:Permanent
    Reference:#GZ61010
    Company:e-Merge IT Recruitment

    We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Software Engineer with strong Python (FastAPI) and AWS expertise to join a high-performing engineering team delivering scalable, cloud-native systems.

    This role is ideal for a technically strong engineer who enjoys building modern backend platforms and contributing to architectural decisions.

    Requirements:
    • Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology or a related field (preferred)
    • 6+ years’ proven experience in backend software development and project delivery
    • Strong proficiency in Python (FastAPI) for backend services and scripting
    • Deep experience with AWS cloud services, including:
      • IAM, EKS, RDS, MSK/Kafka, Lambda, ElastiCache
    • Hands-on expertise with Terraform, including:
      • Modules, state management, and environment-specific provisioning
    • Solid understanding of microservices architecture, REST/gRPC APIs, and event-driven design
    • Proficiency with relational databases (PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MySQL)
    • Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, or similar
    • Strong knowledge of containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
    • Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools such as Instana, Prometheus, Grafana, and OpenTelemetry

    Nice-to-Have (Bonus Skills):
    • Proficiency in gRPC and concurrency patterns
    • Knowledge of the Kafka ecosystem, including Kafka Streams, schema registries, and the outbox pattern
    • Experience with AWS infrastructure cost optimization
    • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and Kanban delivery
    • Prior exposure to cloud security best practices

    The Reference Number for this position is GZ61010

    This is a contract role based in Johannesburg, offering a cost-to-company salary of up to R1m per annum, negotiable based on experience and ability.

    Contact Garth on garthz@e-merge.co.za
     Or call 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other exciting opportunities.

    Are you ready for a change of scenery?

    E-Merge IT Recruitment is a specialist niche recruitment agency focused on placing the right developers with the right companies in the right roles. Visit www.e-merge.co.za to explore more opportunities.

    Know someone who fits the bill?

    We pay cash for successful referrals!

    Posted on 04 Feb 16:40, Closing date 5 Apr

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    Garth Zoutendyk
    garthz@e-merge.co.za
    0114633633

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    e-Merge IT Recruitment
    e-Merge is a service orientated, boutique agency working in specific technology verticals. We only recruit within our specialised fields, assuring both client and candidate of expert attention, knowledge and advice.
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