# Data Engineer Canonical URL: https://primejobalerts.com/jobs/data-engineer-6 Company: E-Merge IT Recruitment Category: Information & Communication Technology Location: South Africa, Johannesburg, Gauteng Work type: Full-time Work arrangement: On-site Published: 2026-10-16 Expires: 2026-12-15 ## Job Description Our client is looking for a skilled Data Engineer to join a technology company that builds digital platforms, websites, apps and e-commerce solutions for small and growing businesses. If you’re passionate about building data pipelines, developing cloud-based integrations and transforming data into actionable insights, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities: Design, build and maintain data pipelines using Python, SQL, ETL/ELT and Azure technologies.Develop API integrations and scalable data solutions.Build reports and interactive dashboards using Power BI.Work with Azure Data Factory, Databricks and Azure DevOps.Support automation solutions using Power Automate and Power Apps.Implement CI/CD processes and GitHub workflows.Leverage AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity and delivery.Qualifications and experience: Relevant bachelor’s degree.3–5 years’ experience in data engineering.Proficiency in Python, SQL, Azure Data Factory, Databricks and Azure DevOps.Experience with Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps, CI/CD and GitHub workflows.Strong API and ETL/ELT experience is essentialAdvantageous: C# development experience.The reference unmber for this position is NG61560 which is a contract role in Johannesburg offering a salary of up to R500 per hour salary negotiable based on experience. E-mail Nokuthula on [[nokuthulag@ e-Merge.co.za]] or call her for a chat on 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities. Are you ready for a change of scenery? E-Merge IT recruitment is a niche recruitment agency. We offer our candidates options so that we can successfully place the right people with the right companies, in the right roles. Check out the e-Merge IT website www.e-merge.co.za for more great positions. Do you have a friend who is a developer or technology specialist? We pay cash for successful referrals ## Requirements Apply by email: nokuthulag@e-merge.co.za ## Apply Use the canonical Prime Job Alerts page for full application instructions and source verification.