Senior Data Platform Developer Lead

1 month ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Parvana Full time
Job Overview
At Parvana, we are currently seeking a seasoned Senior Data Platform Developer Lead to spearhead the development of a scalable SaaS solution for the Telecom sector. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the technology and lead a new team from the outset.

About the Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the launch of our innovative Proof of Concept (POC) into a customer-focused, compliance-ready product. Key responsibilities include building a secure, scalable SaaS data platform in a regulated environment, ensuring that our client meets SOC and ISO 27001 standards.

Your Responsibilities
  • Establish the architectural foundation for the project, bringing the initial product to life and shaping the future of the team as we grow.
  • Partner closely with the co-founder on hands-on development, selecting the right tech stack and making impactful architectural choices.
  • Lead development with a focus on quality, establishing best practices for testing and integrating CI/CD pipelines to keep us agile.
  • Balance immediate needs with future growth, making thoughtful technical trade-offs to keep the platform on the cutting edge of data technology.

Your Skills and Qualifications
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in data platform development, with a track record of building and deploying scalable SaaS applications.
  • Strong problem-solving skills across various tech challenges.
  • Proven experience delivering high-quality software in agile team settings.
  • Hands-on experience in ETL, data modeling, and pipeline development, with skills in database design across multiple technologies.
  • Background in leading high-performance tech teams to deliver robust, quality software.
  • Understanding of Python and/or C#/.NET for data pipelines and API development.

What We Offer
As a valued member of our team, you can expect a competitive salary of £80,000 - £110,000 per annum, depending on your level of experience and qualifications. In addition to this, you will have access to fully remote working options or the opportunity to work from our office with daily lunch provided, alongside flexible working hours tailored to your preference.

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