Data Engineer

Cape Town FULL TIME R33,333 - R50,000 / Month
(R400,000 - R600,000 / Year)

Job Description

Join us as a Data Engineer tasked with designing, building, and managing data pipelines that transform raw data into valuable insights. You will work closely with data scientists and analysts to provide reliable data analytics solutions and support decision-making processes.

Responsibilities

  • Build and manage databases and large-scale data processing systems.
  • Create and manage data ingestion workflows for various data sources.
  • Work alongside stakeholders to align data projects with business objectives.
  • Establish monitoring and logging practices for data pipelines.
  • Document end-to-end data flows to ensure transparency and knowledge sharing.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, or related field
  • Master's degree in a relevant field is advantageous
Experience
  • 4-6 years of experience in data engineering or analytics roles
Technical Skills
  • NoSQL Databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra)
  • Data Warehousing Solutions (e.g., Snowflake, Redshift)
Soft Skills
  • Teamwork
  • Time Management
Certifications
  • Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Familiarity with data governance frameworks: Understanding of data privacy and compliance regulations.
  • Experience with data lake architectures: Knowledge of large-scale data lake and analytics solutions.

Benefits

  • Health and wellness programs.
  • Generous leave policies and public holidays.
  • Opportunities for career advancement.
  • Casual work environment with team outings.

Company Culture

  • Continuous Learning: We promote lifelong learning and professional development for all employees.
  • Work-Life Balance: We value our employees' well-being and encourage a healthy balance between work and personal life.
  • Respect: We treat each other with respect and encourage open communication.
Status: Open