Senior Data Engineer at GBS

• In this role, you’ll be modernising our data infrastructure, migrating legacy systems and engineering solutions that power business decisions impacting thousands of customers every day.
• You’ll have the opportunity to grow as a leader, mentor teams, and gain early exposure to emerging tools like Microsoft Fabric and Salesforce Data Cloud — positioning yourself at the forefront of South Africa’s evolving data landscape.

What You’ll Do

• Design and implement end-to-end cloud data solutions — from architecture through to implementation.
• Lead the migration of on-premise systems to cloud, ensuring scalability and security.
• Champion engineering best practices, driving excellence in data quality, governance, and security.
• Mentor and guide technical teams while fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing and innovation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across IT and business to deliver data platforms that directly influence strategy and performance.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in data engineering or related technical fields.
• Proven expertise with cloud data platforms 
• Strong experience in data migration projects and designing secure, scalable architectures.
• A strategic thinker with strong technical leadership skills.
• Passionate about staying ahead of data innovation.

What You’ll Get

• A chance to work on large-scale data platforms powering high-volume transactions and critical business insights.
• Career growth opportunities into leadership, architecture, or product innovation roles.
• Early exposure to cutting-edge technologies.
• Flexible, remote-friendly work environment.
• A culture that values innovation, inclusivity, and high performance.

Location

• Remote-friendly — open to candidates based anywhere in South Africa.