Data Engineer

Job Description

Seeking a Data Engineer to join our dynamic team in Cape Town. You will play a key role in managing and optimizing our data workflows. This position requires expertise in data integration and a thirst for analytical problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead data modeling efforts and standardize data pipelines.
• Analyze complex data sets and generate actionable insights.
• Guide the development and deployment of ETL processes.
• Participate in cross-departmental data projects and initiatives.
• Advise on best practices for data storage and retrieval.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in data engineering or analytics roles

Technical Skills

• SQL
• NoSQL
• Data Pipeline Tools
• Big Data Technologies

Soft Skills

• Problem-solving
• Communication

Certifications

• AWS Certified Data Analytics

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Knowledge of data governance principles: Understanding of data security and compliance requirements.
• Experience with data lakes: Experience in managing and scaling data lake architectures.

Benefits

• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Generous vacation policy and paid holidays
• Access to ongoing training and certification programs

Company Culture

• Continuous Learning: We support ongoing learning and professional growth for all employees.
• Work-Life Balance: We believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance for our team.