AWS Data Migration Engineer

One Connect Technologies; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud consulting firm in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced AWS Data Migration Engineer to join their Cloud Services team. You will design, execute, and manage data migrations to AWS, collaborating with various teams to ensure seamless transfers. Required qualifications include a degree in Computer Science, experience with AWS services, and strong SQL skills. This role is essential for large-scale cloud data initiatives.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in data migration or cloud engineering.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with AWS services.
• Experience migrating large datasets securely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and manage data migrations to AWS.
• Collaborate with cloud architects and database administrators.
• Ensure data transfers meet security, compliance, and performance requirements.

Skills

AWS services

SQL

Python

Shell scripting

Data migration

Education

Bachelor's degree / Diploma in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS DMS

AWS EC2

AWS S3

AWS Glue

AWS Lambda

AWS Redshift

Talend

Informatica

Apache NiFi

Job description

SUMMARY :

We are passionate about helping enterprises accelerate their digital transformation. As a leading cloud consulting and managed services provider, we specialize in delivering scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud solutions. We're looking for an experienced AWS Data Migration Engineer to join our growing Cloud Services team and play a critical role in large-scale cloud data migration initiatives.

POSITION INFO : Job Description

As an AWS Data Migration Engineer , you will be responsible for designing, executing, and managing the migration of data from on-premises or other cloud platforms to Amazon Web Services (AWS). You will work closely with cloud architects, database administrators, and DevOps teams to ensure seamless data transfers that meet security, compliance, and performance requirements.

Required Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree / Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in data migration or cloud engineering.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with AWS services, particularly DMS, EC2, S3, Glue, Lambda, and Redshift .
• Strong proficiency in SQL , Python , or Shell scripting .
• Experience migrating large datasets (terabytes or more) securely and efficiently.
• Understanding of data warehousing, ETL / ELT processes, and database platforms (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL).
• Knowledge of networking, IAM policies, and encryption best practices in AWS.

Preferred Qualifications :

AWS Certified Database – Specialty or AWS Certified Solutions – Associate / Professional.

Experience with tools like Talend, Informatica, or Apache NiFi is a plus.

Familiarity with Agile methodologies and CI / CD workflows.

Excellent communication and documentation skills.

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