Introduction

An established organisation is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join its team in King William's Town. This role will contribute to software, systems, and digital capability across a growing operational landscape. The position offers the opportunity to work on meaningful systems, applications, infrastructure, or digital services depending on the portfolio and team structure.

This position is well suited to a professional who can combine strong technical fundamentals with a practical, service-oriented approach to delivery and support. The successful candidate will be expected to work with appropriate urgency, maintain quality standards, and support a collaborative delivery culture while contributing to business-facing outcomes.

Duties & Responsibilities

The position requires a balance of technical execution, documentation discipline, and effective collaboration across teams.

Develop, enhance, and maintain application features, integrations, or internal systems based on approved requirements.
Support testing, defect resolution, release readiness, and production issue analysis.
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code aligned to development standards and review practices.
Maintain technical documentation, release notes, and relevant implementation records.
Participate in sprint ceremonies, estimation sessions, or project planning activities as applicable.
Translate functional needs into structured technical solutions and participate in design discussions where required.

This role will also require disciplined communication, documentation accuracy, and a practical approach to balancing delivery quality with operational timelines.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Applicants should bring a solid technical foundation together with the ability to work in a structured, deadline-driven environment.

Relevant diploma or degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Development, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Experience with one or more modern programming languages, frameworks, APIs, databases, or web technologies relevant to the role.
Exposure to source control, testing practices, release processes, and collaborative development workflows.
Good working knowledge of documentation standards, structured problem-solving, and stakeholder communication.
Typically suited to candidates with around 5–8 years relevant experience and confidence handling complex responsibilities, mentorship, or technical guidance.