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Xpert: Senior Java Developer (Data | AWS) (IT consultant)
Inspired Testing · South Africa · back to the listing
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What this role officially is
software developer — ESCO, the EU occupation classification
Software developers implement or program all kinds of software systems based on specifications and designs by using programming languages, tools, and platforms.
Also known as: application developer, application programmer, solutions developer, programmer, software specialist, application software developer
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- No pay range published. Candidates cannot tell whether applying is worth their time. Pay transparency
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Role: Senior Java Developer (Data | AWS) (IT consultant)
Location: Remote (South Africa-based only)
Engagement: Independent Contractor | 3–6 Month Contract (renewable) (must be able to invoice monthly)
Start: Immediate start1 required. Max 1 week notice considered
Hours: Late start, late finish (to partly overlap with US hours)
Role Summary
InspiredXpert is looking for a hands-on Backend Software Engineer to support a high-impact client engagement focused on data services. This role suits an engineer who enjoys building reliable backend systems that ingest, transform, and serve large volumes of structured and streaming data. You will help deliver scalable, cloud-native services that make data timely, accurate, and accessible to product teams and customers.
Key Responsibilities
• Build and maintain backend services on top of a large data platform.
• Deliver data workflows for batch and streaming use cases.
• Use AWS services such as S3, Redshift, Athena, Kinesis, Glue, Step Functions, Lambda, SQS.
• Collaborate with product and stakeholders to deliver features.
• Document APIs, data models, workflows, and operational procedures.
Essential Skills & Experience
• Strong Java and SQL (Python familiarity helpful).
• Experience with data-intensive systems and large datasets (batch + streaming).
• Hands-on AWS experience (services listed above).
• Strong database capability, PostgreSQL and Redshift beneficial.
• Clear written communication and documentation skills.
• Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or similar (or equivalent experience).
InspiredXpert is a specialist IT Talent Solutions company providing high-quality contract or perm talent across software development, cloud, AI, cybersecurity, and data-driven roles. We connect skilled professionals with innovative companies, offering exciting opportunities to work on impactful projects across the globe.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Location: Remote (South Africa-based only)
Engagement: Independent Contractor | 3–6 Month Contract (renewable) (must be able to invoice monthly)
Start: Immediate start1 required. Max 1 week notice considered
Hours: Late start, late finish (to partly overlap with US hours)
Role Summary
InspiredXpert is looking for a hands-on Backend Software Engineer to support a high-impact client engagement focused on data services. This role suits an engineer who enjoys building reliable backend systems that ingest, transform, and serve large volumes of structured and streaming data. You will help deliver scalable, cloud-native services that make data timely, accurate, and accessible to product teams and customers.
Key Responsibilities
• Build and maintain backend services on top of a large data platform.
• Deliver data workflows for batch and streaming use cases.
• Use AWS services such as S3, Redshift, Athena, Kinesis, Glue, Step Functions, Lambda, SQS.
• Collaborate with product and stakeholders to deliver features.
• Document APIs, data models, workflows, and operational procedures.
Essential Skills & Experience
• Strong Java and SQL (Python familiarity helpful).
• Experience with data-intensive systems and large datasets (batch + streaming).
• Hands-on AWS experience (services listed above).
• Strong database capability, PostgreSQL and Redshift beneficial.
• Clear written communication and documentation skills.
• Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or similar (or equivalent experience).
InspiredXpert is a specialist IT Talent Solutions company providing high-quality contract or perm talent across software development, cloud, AI, cybersecurity, and data-driven roles. We connect skilled professionals with innovative companies, offering exciting opportunities to work on impactful projects across the globe.
Originally posted on Himalayas