Micro tech signals the future for heart health
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Optix marks 25 years with global expansion
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WhatsApp groups can become serious cyber-risk zones
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UK unveils Isambard-AI supercomputer
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SA student short-listed for $100k prize
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Peach Payments goes live with MoneyBadger
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When does using GenAI become unethical?
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Tariff and trade war the top emerging risk
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SharePoint ToolShell vulnerabilities stem from incomplete fix
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‘Explosion of investment’ hovers over AI
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Growing demand for skilled IT professionals
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Senior Data Integration/ Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Design and implement advanced data integration pipelines and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes. Architect scalable integration solutions across multiple systems and platforms. Ensure optimal data flow and system interoperability through efficient API and...
Front-End Developer (Senior) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
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Data Scientist – Western Cape George
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Senior Data Integration/ Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Design and implement advanced data integration pipelines and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes. Architect scalable integration solutions across multiple systems and platforms. Ensure optimal data flow and system interoperability through efficient API and...
Back-end Java Developer (Adv) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Our client in the automotive industry is looking for a talented Back-End Java Developer (Advanced) to join their innovative IT team in South Africa. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on global-scale digital solutions within a cutting-edge cloud and...
Senior Microsoft Engineer (12 month contract) Durban/JHB
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Data Engineer (Python)
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Back-end Java Developer (Adv) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
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Senior Microsoft Engineer (12 month contract) Durban/JHB – Remote Remote
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