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 containerization 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 [email protected]
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