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Data Engineer

Africation|Posted 23 days ago

Skills and experience

Role:Data engineer
Other roles:Backend engineer, Software architect
Experience in role:3+ years
Must-have skills:
    C
    Java
    SQL
Nice-to-have skills:
    AWS
    TensorFlow
    Google Cloud
    Enterprise Management Data & Analytics
    Hugging Face Transformers

Location and salary

Remote policy:Hybrid
Location of job:Simon's Town, South Africa
Visa requirements:No specific requirements
Visa sponsorship:Unable to sponsor visa
Employment type:Contract
Salary range:R35,000 - R50,000 per month

Role description

We’re looking for a Backend Data Engineer to help build the foundation of our restaurant analytics platform. The role involves designing and developing data pipelines, APIs, and backend systems that power real-time insights for restaurants. It’s a hands-on position in an early-stage startup, ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, problem-solving, and shaping scalable products from the ground up.

About Africation

1-15 employees

What We Do We build custom software solutions that solve real operational challenges for businesses—from restaurants and cafés to retail and service providers. Our projects range from cost management applications and inventory systems to customer-facing websites and booking platforms. Every project is different, giving our developers exposure to diverse industries and technical challenges.

Why Work For Us You'll work on projects from conception to deployment with genuine ownership and impact. Our small team means your code shapes actual business outcomes, not lost in enterprise bloat. We offer competitive pay, flexible working arrangements, and the chance to build your portfolio with real-world applications that matter.

Our Culture We're small, direct, and results-focused. No daily standups you don't need, no endless meetings, no corporate theatre. We trust you to manage your time and deliver quality work—whether that's from the office, home, or a café. Work-life balance isn't a buzzword here; it's how we operate.

Our Engineering Processes We prioritize clean, maintainable code over rigid methodologies. Code reviews happen, testing matters, documentation exists—but we adapt processes to project needs rather than following frameworks religiously. You'll have input on tech stack choices and architectural decisions. Git, modern frameworks, cloud deployment—the fundamentals done right.

Our Hiring Process

  1. Application Review - Submit CV, portfolio/GitHub, and references
  2. Technical Interview - Discuss your work, approach, and past projects (1 hour)
  3. Culture Fit Chat - Informal conversation with the team
  4. Reference Checks - We verify your experience Timeline: 3-5 days from application to offer. We move quickly for the right candidate.

Perks at Africation

Flexible Hours
Relaxed Environment
Remote Work Option
Employee first policies

Tech Stack

utilities

Google Analytics
Google Analytics
Power BI
Power BI

dev ops

GitHub
GitHub
Docker
Docker
Kubernetes
Kubernetes

application and data

Python
Python
MySQL
MySQL
Java
Java
C#
C#
Google Cloud Platform
Google Cloud Platform
Amazon Web Services
Amazon Web Services

business tool

Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams
Notion
Notion

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