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Cloud Data Engineer

An exceptional company, within the media industry, is looking for a Cloud Data Engineer to join their vibrant team. They are located in Cape Town and this is a Hybrid position. The client will also consider a remote candidate if you tick all the boxes.

The ideal candidate will have experience within the Google Cloud Environment and will be able to use the variety of tools that Google offers. Python and SQL are equally important for this position.

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification
• 5+ years' development experience working with Python
• Data Skills - Traditional SQL and No-SQL
• High scale Restful Services
• Cloud experience - Google Cloud Platform preferred
• Experience with source control (Git)

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Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from First Point Group I help empower IT leaders build high performance teams across EMEA regions | Recruitment Specialist Location: Johannesburg or Cape Town Our client, a prominent leader in the entertainment and digital media tech space, is looking to appoint a Senior Cloud Data Engineer to join their dynamic and forward-thinking data engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional to contribute to high-impact digital platforms used by millions of South Africans. The role is best suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced, cloud-native environment and is passionate about turning complex data into actionable insights and compelling visual stories. The successful candidate will work primarily within the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) ecosystem, leveraging tools like Big Query, Dataproc, Kubernetes , and AI Hub . Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and optimise large-scale ETL pipelines using Python and SQL Build and maintain high-scale, cloud-based data services and APIs Work with cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven products and visual dashboards Tackle complex datasets, cleaning and transforming them into business-ready formats Contribute to the team’s experimentation and adoption of AI, ML, and cloud-native tools Core Requirements: A relevant degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or related field (Master’s advantageous) Minimum of 5 years' experience developing in Python Strong SQL skills, with experience in both traditional and No SQL data stores Proven experience with large-scale ETL , data processing , and RESTful API services Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (GCP preferred) Solid understanding of Git and modern source control workflows Beneficial (but not required): Experience with Airflow or Cloud Composer Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes Knowledge of Big Query , Elastic Search , Apache Beam/Dataflow , Dataproc , or Spark Understanding of data warehousing and data governance principles Why Join This Team? Flexible, hybrid work setup with core collaboration hours and optional remote work AI-driven culture that encourages experimentation with the latest tools and tech Strong focus on continuous learning , with free access to platforms like Udemy, nanodegree options, Microsoft certifications, and bursaries Exposure to top tech events and industry innovations Customisable benefits , including optional medical aid and retirement funding Social impact days – up to three paid days annually to volunteer for causes you care about Candidates can be based in either Johannesburg or Cape Town. For more information or to apply, get in touch today. This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of data, technology, and digital media innovation. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Information Technology Industries Technology, Information and Media Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at First Point Group by 2x Get notified about new Data Engineer jobs in Johannesburg Metropolitan Area . Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 4 days ago Johannesburg Metropolitan Area 1 week ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 6 days ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 6 days ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 1 day ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 1 day ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 6 months ago City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 3 weeks ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 1 week ago Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa 1 month ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 1 day ago Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa 21 hours ago Johannesburg Metropolitan Area 5 days ago Johannesburg Metropolitan Area 6 days ago Johannesburg Metropolitan Area 2 months ago Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa 6 days ago Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa 4 weeks ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 1 day ago Woodmead, Gauteng, South Africa 1 month ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 3 days ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 1 week ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 1 day ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 1 day ago City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 5 days ago Graduate Programme: Developer: Power Platform Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa 19 hours ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 10 months ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 5 days ago Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa 19 hours ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Cloud Data Engineer An exceptional company, within the media industry, is looking for a Cloud Data Engineer to join their vibrant team. They are located in Cape Town and this is a Hybrid position. The client will also consider a remote candidate if you tick all the boxes. The ideal candidate will have experience within the Google Cloud Environment and will be able to use the variety of tools that Google offers. Python and SQL are equally important for this position. Requirements: Tertiary qualification 5+ years' development experience working with Python Data Skills - Traditional SQL and No-SQL High scale Restful Services Cloud experience - Google Cloud Platform preferred Experience with source control (Git) #J-18808-Ljbffr

Join our team of innovative Developers, QAs, and DevOps specialists using frameworks and approaches like Scrum and Kanban, along with the newest technology in cloud development to provide innovative solutions to customers’ needs, and to build our own products for the global market.

Do you want to be part of a dynamic team constantly challenging the status quo and finding "smarter" ways of doing things? If you answered yes, keep reading.

Who Are We?

1Nebula is a next-generation SaaS Technology Business focused on providing businesses with cloud & technology expense management services and tools to accelerate their cloud journey.

We hire amazing people from across South Africa, making our diverse group of team members, called N48Xers, a force to be reckoned with.

Learn more about our people brand by watching our culture videos:

Job Opportunity at 1Nebula

The purpose of this position is to ensure that the organization’s data is properly managed, stored, and used to support the organization’s business goals and objectives.

What You Will Do (Your key responsibilities):

1. Design and develop cloud-based data strategies, architectures, and solutions that enable the organization’s business objectives.
2. Lead cloud-based data initiatives to ensure scalability, availability, performance, and security of data.
3. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop cloud-based data solutions that meet their requirements.
4. Develop and review cloud-based data solutions to ensure compliance with enterprise standards and best practices.
5. Monitor and manage cloud-based data solutions to ensure their optimal performance.
6. Work with other IT teams to coordinate the integration of cloud-based data solutions with other existing systems.
7. Research and recommend new technologies and approaches to enhance the organization’s cloud data architecture.
8. Train and mentor junior cloud data architects.
9. Assist in the preparation of project plans, cost estimates, and timelines for cloud-based data initiatives.
10. Monitor industry trends and best practices for cloud-based data solutions.
11. Architect and maintain advanced data documentation and metadata.
12. Lead the development of sophisticated machine learning and AI models.

More about You (Our requirements for the role):

Although we believe in the potential of others more than anything else, there are some minimum requirements we look for, so consider these before applying:

• Minimum 3 years Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Business, or similar field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in modern ETL pipeline and Data Warehouse development.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using Azure Data Factory / Azure Synapse for ETL development.
• Knowledge of programming languages.
• Data engineering certification.

Our Amazing Perks!

• Enjoy 20 leave days a year plus a “mulligan day” each quarter after meeting all your deliverables. That’s 4 extra leave days annually!
• High-spec laptops and equipment for remote work.
• A one-off at-home office allowance.
• Flexible working hours from Monday to Friday.
• Access to our Well-being program and Employee support services.
• Paid Microsoft courses and certifications to grow your skills.
• Training allowance every 2 years for non-work hobbies.
• Participation in our Culture and Social Responsibility initiatives.
• Free Gap cover and a relaxed/hybrid work environment.

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Why join us?

At 24.com, our team of engineers, data scientists, product managers and UX/UI design specialists develop exceptional digital products for renowned brands including News24 and Netwerk24. By harnessing cutting-edge technology and a sophisticated tech stack, we deliver world-class solutions. Our vibrant, people-focused culture, commitment to innovation, and strong societal mission are at the heart of everything we do. At 24.com, we empower Media24 brands to inform, entertain, and inspire millions across South Africa.

What will you do?

You will be working primarily within the Google Cloud Environment using a variety of the tools that Google offers from Biquery and Dataproc to Kubernettes and AI Hub. You should ideally dream in Python and speak SQL. You should not be afraid to dive into dirty data and help the team make sense of it. We are in the game of taking data and turning it into amazing stories and pretty pictures that helps the decision makers drive the business forward.

What should you have?

• Relevant software engineering degree (Masters preferred)
• 5+ years development experience working with Python
• Data skills (Traditional SQL and No-SQL)
• Large scale ETL
• High scale Restful Services
• Cloud experience (Google cloud platform preferred)
• Experience with source control (Git)

Beneficial Skills

You will be exposed to these in our environment, so it would be great if you had prior experience, but it’s not a problem if you don’t.

• Scheduling and Orchestration (Airflow/Composer)
• Containerisation (Kubernetes, Docker)
• BigQuery
• Elastic search
• Data Warehousing concepts
• Data governance Concepts.
• Apache beam (Cloud Dataflow)
• Apache Spark (Dataproc)

Benefits of working at 24.com

Dynamic work schedule: We enjoy flexible working hours, with core hoursin ourCapeTownofficesbetween 10AM to 3PM and optionally remote for the balance of your working hours.

AI-forward culture: We actively look for opportunities to leverage AI to unlock new opportunities. We harness cutting-edge AI technology and tools to supercharge productivity, efficiency and results and we encourage our teams to explore and experiment.

Continuous learning & growth: Dive into a wealth of learning opportunities backed by our parent company, the Naspers group. Gain free access to platforms like Udemy, pursue nanodegrees to enrich your skills or take advantage of complimentary Microsoft certification training. We also offer bursary opportunities.

Stay ahead: Attend cutting-edge tech events and expos to stay on top of industry trends and innovations.

Personalised benefits: Choose from optional medical aid and customisable retirement funding options to suit your needs.

Give back: Each year, take up to 3 days of Volunteers24 leave to make a meaningful impact in the community while supporting causes you care about.

Given the employment equity policy of Media24, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups.

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Why join us? At 24.com, our team of engineers, data scientists, product managers and UX/UI design specialists develop exceptional digital products for renowned brands including News24 and Netwerk24. By harnessing cutting-edge technology and a sophisticated tech stack, we deliver world-class solutions. Our vibrant, people-focused culture, commitment to innovation, and strong societal mission are at the heart of everything we do. At 24.com, we empower Media24 brands to inform, entertain, and inspire millions across South Africa. What will you do? You will be working primarily within the Google Cloud Environment using a variety of the tools that Google offers from Biquery and Dataproc to Kubernettes and AI Hub. You should ideally dream in Python and speak SQL. You should not be afraid to dive into dirty data and help the team make sense of it. We are in the game of taking data and turning it into amazing stories and pretty pictures that helps the decision makers drive the business forward. What should you have? Relevant software engineering degree (Masters preferred) 5+ years development experience working with Python Data skills (Traditional SQL and No-SQL) Large scale ETL High scale Restful Services Cloud experience (Google cloud platform preferred) Experience with source control (Git) Beneficial Skills You will be exposed to these in our environment, so it would be great if you had prior experience, but it’s not a problem if you don’t. Scheduling and Orchestration (Airflow/Composer) Containerisation (Kubernetes, Docker) Big Query Elastic search Data Warehousing concepts Data governance Concepts. Apache beam (Cloud Dataflow) Apache Spark (Dataproc) Benefits of working at 24.com Dynamic work schedule: We enjoy flexible working hours, with core hoursin our Cape Townofficesbetween 10 AM to 3 PM and optionally remote for the balance of your working hours. AI-forward culture: We actively look for opportunities to leverage AI to unlock new opportunities. We harness cutting-edge AI technology and tools to supercharge productivity, efficiency and results and we encourage our teams to explore and experiment. Continuous learning & growth: Dive into a wealth of learning opportunities backed by our parent company, the Naspers group. Gain free access to platforms like Udemy, pursue nanodegrees to enrich your skills or take advantage of complimentary Microsoft certification training. We also offer bursary opportunities. Stay ahead: Attend cutting-edge tech events and expos to stay on top of industry trends and innovations. Personalised benefits: Choose from optional medical aid and customisable retirement funding options to suit your needs. Give back: Each year, take up to 3 days of Volunteers24 leave to make a meaningful impact in the community while supporting causes you care about. Given the employment equity policy of Media24, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Join our team of innovative Developers, QAs, and Dev Ops specialists using frameworks and approaches like Scrum and Kanban, along with the newest technology in cloud development to provide innovative solutions to customers’ needs, and to build our own products for the global market. Do you want to be part of a dynamic team constantly challenging the status quo and finding "smarter" ways of doing things? If you answered yes, keep reading. Who Are We? 1 Nebula is a next-generation Saa S Technology Business focused on providing businesses with cloud & technology expense management services and tools to accelerate their cloud journey. We hire amazing people from across South Africa, making our diverse group of team members, called N48 Xers, a force to be reckoned with. Learn more about our people brand by watching our culture videos: Job Opportunity at 1 Nebula The purpose of this position is to ensure that the organization’s data is properly managed, stored, and used to support the organization’s business goals and objectives. What You Will Do (Your key responsibilities): Design and develop cloud-based data strategies, architectures, and solutions that enable the organization’s business objectives. Lead cloud-based data initiatives to ensure scalability, availability, performance, and security of data. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop cloud-based data solutions that meet their requirements. Develop and review cloud-based data solutions to ensure compliance with enterprise standards and best practices. Monitor and manage cloud-based data solutions to ensure their optimal performance. Work with other IT teams to coordinate the integration of cloud-based data solutions with other existing systems. Research and recommend new technologies and approaches to enhance the organization’s cloud data architecture. Train and mentor junior cloud data architects. Assist in the preparation of project plans, cost estimates, and timelines for cloud-based data initiatives. Monitor industry trends and best practices for cloud-based data solutions. Architect and maintain advanced data documentation and metadata. Lead the development of sophisticated machine learning and AI models. More about You (Our requirements for the role): Although we believe in the potential of others more than anything else, there are some minimum requirements we look for, so consider these before applying: Minimum 3 years Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Business, or similar field. Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in modern ETL pipeline and Data Warehouse development. Nice To Haves Experience using Azure Data Factory / Azure Synapse for ETL development. Knowledge of programming languages. Data engineering certification. Our Amazing Perks! Enjoy 20 leave days a year plus a “mulligan day” each quarter after meeting all your deliverables. That’s 4 extra leave days annually! High-spec laptops and equipment for remote work. A one-off at-home office allowance. Flexible working hours from Monday to Friday. Access to our Well-being program and Employee support services. Paid Microsoft courses and certifications to grow your skills. Training allowance every 2 years for non-work hobbies. Participation in our Culture and Social Responsibility initiatives. Free Gap cover and a relaxed/hybrid work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Join our team of innovative Developers, QAs, and Dev Ops specialists using frameworks and approaches like Scrum and Kanban, along with the newest technology in cloud development to provide innovative solutions to customers’ needs, and to build our own products for the global market. Do you want to be part of a dynamic team constantly challenging the status quo and finding "smarter" ways of doing things? If you answered yes, keep reading. Who Are We? 1 Nebula is a next-generation Saa S Technology Business focused on providing businesses with cloud & technology expense management services and tools to accelerate their cloud journey. We hire amazing people from across South Africa, making our diverse group of team members, called N48 Xers, a force to be reckoned with. Learn more about our people brand by watching our culture videos: Job Opportunity at 1 Nebula The purpose of this position is to ensure that the organization’s data is properly managed, stored, and used to support the organization’s business goals and objectives. What You Will Do (Your key responsibilities): Design and develop cloud-based data strategies, architectures, and solutions that enable the organization’s business objectives. Lead cloud-based data initiatives to ensure scalability, availability, performance, and security of data. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop cloud-based data solutions that meet their requirements. Develop and review cloud-based data solutions to ensure compliance with enterprise standards and best practices. Monitor and manage cloud-based data solutions to ensure their optimal performance. Work with other IT teams to coordinate the integration of cloud-based data solutions with other existing systems. Research and recommend new technologies and approaches to enhance the organization’s cloud data architecture. Train and mentor junior cloud data architects. Assist in the preparation of project plans, cost estimates, and timelines for cloud-based data initiatives. Monitor industry trends and best practices for cloud-based data solutions. Architect and maintain advanced data documentation and metadata. Lead the development of sophisticated machine learning and AI models. More about You (Our requirements for the role): Although we believe in the potential of others more than anything else, there are some minimum requirements we look for, so consider these before applying: Minimum 3 years Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Business, or similar field. Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in modern ETL pipeline and Data Warehouse development. Nice To Haves Experience using Azure Data Factory / Azure Synapse for ETL development. Knowledge of programming languages. Data engineering certification. Our Amazing Perks! Enjoy 20 leave days a year plus a “mulligan day” each quarter after meeting all your deliverables. That’s 4 extra leave days annually! High-spec laptops and equipment for remote work. A one-off at-home office allowance. Flexible working hours from Monday to Friday. Access to our Well-being program and Employee support services. Paid Microsoft courses and certifications to grow your skills. Training allowance every 2 years for non-work hobbies. Participation in our Culture and Social Responsibility initiatives. Free Gap cover and a relaxed/hybrid work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Cloud Data Engineer

An exceptional company within the media industry is looking for a Cloud Data Engineer to join their vibrant team. They are located in Cape Town, and this is a hybrid position. The client will also consider a remote candidate if you meet all the requirements.

The ideal candidate will have experience within the Google Cloud Environment and will be able to use the variety of tools that Google offers. Python and SQL are equally important for this position.

Requirements:

1. Tertiary qualification
2. 5+ years' development experience working with Python
3. Data skills - Traditional SQL and No-SQL
4. High scale Restful Services
5. Cloud experience - Google Cloud Platform preferred
6. Experience with source control (Git)

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