Remote Senior Data Engineer - Real-Time Analytics Platform

Lifecheq; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-looking tech company is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to build and optimize its analytics data layer. You will design real-time data pipelines and ensure data integrity while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate should have strong SQL skills and experience in Python, Clojure, or Scala. This role allows for remote work, subject to availability during core hours.

Qualifications

• Strong coding skills in Python, Clojure, or Scala; your code is clean, efficient, and production-ready.
• A rigorous, analytical mindset—you identify bottlenecks proactively and design solutions thoughtfully.
• Track record of building clean systems in high-ownership environments like startups or small technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Designing a real-time ingestion pipeline for event-sourced data streams.
• Defining a clear semantic model and restructuring existing views.
• Cleaning up pipeline logic to reduce latency and improve readability.

Skills

Excellent SQL skills

Strong coding skills in Python, Clojure, or Scala

Experience with distributed data processing technologies like Spark

Interest in functional programming

Analytical mindset

Experience with Databricks, Delta Lake, and AWS

Familiarity with Terraform or similar tools

Job description

A forward-looking tech company is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to build and optimize its analytics data layer. You will design real-time data pipelines and ensure data integrity while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate should have strong SQL skills and experience in Python, Clojure, or Scala. This role allows for remote work, subject to availability during core hours.