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Senior Data Engineer

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Job Description - Senior Data Engineer

Job Title: Senior Data Engineer

Job Type: Contract – Remote

Location: South Africa

Department: Data & Analytics

Reports To: [Head of Data Science / Director of Analytics / CTO}

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design, development, and maintenance of scalable data pipelines and systems.
  • Implement and oversee data integration solutions to consolidate data from various sources.
  • Optimize data architecture and data flow for performance, reliability, and scalability.
  • Collaborate with data analysts, scientists, and other stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver solutions.
  • Ensure data quality and integrity through rigorous testing, validation, and monitoring.
  • Develop and maintain ETL processes to extract, transform, and load data.
  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and improve data systems to ensure smooth operation.
  • Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously enhance data infrastructure.
  • Mentor and guide junior data engineers and other team members.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Extensive experience as a Data Engineer or in a similar role, with a proven track record of building and maintaining data infrastructure.
  • Proficiency in advanced data engineering tools and technologies (e.g., SQL, (Python – AI/ML libraries), Hadoop, Apache Spark, Git and Github, Google Colab, AutoML platforms)
  • Strong understanding of database management systems, data warehousing, and big data technologies.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is highly desirable.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Skills:

  • Ability to design and implement complex data systems.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala.
  • Experience with big data technologies and frameworks.
  • Knowledge of data modelling and database design.
  • Ability to work independently and lead a team.
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
  • Leadership and mentoring abilities.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Remote working hours
  • Leadership opportunities within the data engineering team
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