Full Stack Engineer at Absa Bank Limited

Job Summary

• Support high-performing, scalable, enterprise-grade application design & development in agile teams by producing, testing, documenting & reviewing source code.

Job Description

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using Scala, Spark, and Python
• Build and optimize data pipelines and processing workflows
• Integrate and manage AWS backend services (e.g., Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, ECR + ECS, etc.)
• Collaborate with front-end developers and other stakeholders to deliver full-stack solutions
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical decision-making
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Troubleshoot and debug applications across the stack
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in Scala, Spark, or/and Python
• Strong experience with AWS backend services
• Solid understanding of backend development principles and best practices
• Experience with RESTful APIs, microservices, and serverless architectures
• Ability to think conceptually and solve abstract problems
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with front-end technologies (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Knowledge of containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices (e.g. Terraform)

Education

• Bachelor's Degree: Information Technology