Data Engineer

Johannesburg FULL TIME R50,000 - R60,000 / Month
(R600,000 - R720,000 / Year)

Job Description

As a Data Engineer, you will leverage your skills to build and maintain scalable data solutions that facilitate analytics and reporting across our organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of ETL processes and cloud data warehousing.

Responsibilities

  • Architect data solutions to meet the needs of analytics and reporting teams.
  • Collaborate with IT and infrastructure teams to ensure secure data management.
  • Conduct performance tuning on data systems and queries to enhance efficiency.
  • Support data governance initiatives to comply with data protection regulations.
  • Provide mentorship to junior data engineers and interns.
  • Assist in the development of automated data processes and workflows.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Master's degree in Data Science or related field is advantageous
Experience
  • 4+ years of experience in data analytics and engineering
Technical Skills
  • Scala
  • NoSQL Databases
Soft Skills
  • Project Management
  • Problem Solving
Certifications
  • Certified Analytics Professional (CAP)
  • Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience with Apache Kafka: Knowledge in working with messaging systems like Kafka for data streaming.
  • Familiarity with Data Governance Practices: Understanding of data governance best practices and frameworks.

Benefits

  • Medical aid and retirement benefits
  • Performance bonuses
  • Flexible working environment
  • Continuous learning opportunities

Company Culture

  • Innovation: We embrace innovation and encourage our team to think creatively in solving data challenges.
  • Collaboration: We promote a collaborative environment where teamwork is essential to our success.
  • Diversity and Inclusion: We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Status: Closed