Data Engineer

East London FULL TIME R40,000 - R56,666 / Month
(R480,000 - R680,000 / Year)

Job Description

As a Data Engineer, you will play a crucial role in our data analytics team in East London. Your responsibilities will include architecting data solutions, building robust data pipelines, and supporting data infrastructure to improve data quality and availability. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain robust ETL workflows that support analytics.
  • Identify and resolve data quality issues to deliver accurate insights.
  • Optimize databases for performance and usability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and translate business data needs.
  • Lead data lineage and governance initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with data protection regulations.
  • Provide support in defining data architecture standards and practices.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Data Science or related field
  • Certifications in Data Engineering preferred
Experience
  • 3+ years in data engineering, data analytics or similar role
Technical Skills
  • ETL processes
  • Data Warehousing
  • BigQuery
Soft Skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication
Certifications
  • Data Engineering with Google Cloud
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Proficiency in NoSQL databases: Experience with NoSQL databases like MongoDB or Cassandra.
  • Experience with CI/CD tools: Hands-on knowledge of Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment tools and practices.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Retirement plan with company contributions
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Work-life balance initiatives

Company Culture

  • Teamwork: Collaboration is at the heart of our success, with a focus on working together effectively.
  • Continuous Learning: We support a culture of learning, encouraging all team members to pursue knowledge and new skills.
  • Work-Life Balance: We prioritize work-life balance and promote a healthy lifestyle for our employees.
Status: Closed