Data Engineer

Job Description

Join our innovative team in Johannesburg as a Data Engineer, where you will build and manage data infrastructure and pipelines to support data analytics. Your role will involve collaborating with data scientists to enable better data-driven decision making throughout the organization.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain data pipelines that are robust and scalable.
• Implement best practices for data management and governance.
• Provide support and troubleshooting for data-related issues.
• Ensure data is accessible and available to users in a timely manner.
• Document data processes and create reports for review.
• Collaborate closely with IT and other departments to integrate new data sources.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Master's degree or additional certification in Data Engineering is advantageous

Experience

• 3+ years of hands-on experience as a Data Engineer

Technical Skills

• Data Warehousing
• ETL Tools

Soft Skills

• Problem Solving
• Teamwork

Certifications

• Microsoft Azure Data Engineer
• Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Experience in Big Data technologies: Knowledge of tools like Hadoop for managing large datasets.
• Hands-on experience with NoSQL databases: Working knowledge of NoSQL databases like MongoDB or Cassandra.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and dental insurance
• Employee stock options
• Generous leave policies
• Support for continuous learning and certifications

Company Culture

• Empowerment: We empower our employees with the tools and resources needed to succeed and grow.
• Integrity: We operate with integrity, ensuring transparency in our actions and decisions.
• Sustainability: We are committed to sustainable practices in all aspects of our business.