Python AWS Software Engineer Hybrid - R1m PA

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.

• 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, Elasti Cache
• 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 Git Hub Actions
  , Git Lab CI
  , Jenkins
  , or similar
• Strong knowledge of containerization and orchestration (
  Docker, Kubernetes
  )
• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools such as Instana, Prometheus, Grafana, and Open Telemetry

• 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.