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 start 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.
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What We Do
Inspired Testing is a pure-play software testing company that has a dedicated focus on software testing solutions for clients globally. We are driven to solve complex problems with adaptable solutions and collectively tap into shared experiences, creative skills, and world-class expertise.
The demand for advanced technologies is accelerating rapidly. Pushing more and more companies to embark on their digital transformation journeys and increasing the need for software testing in quality software engineering.
Inspired Testing is an international team of industry specialists united by a single purpose - To Make Way for Potential.
Our best-in-class software engineers lead the way in delivering technically relevant, scalable, and fit-for-purpose software testing solutions that give you the confidence to forge ahead.
Inspired Testing is the partner of choice for businesses looking to harness digital disruption for sustainable success.
