Information TechnologyFull-TimeSenior-level(6+ yrs)
Job Description
Role Overview
The Data Engineer will be a critical contributor to the bank's data strategy, responsible for the design, construction, and maintenance of robust, scalable, and secure data infrastructure. This role is essential for enabling business intelligence, regulatory reporting, advanced analytics, and machine learning initiatives across the institution. The successful candidate will ensure the efficient flow of high-quality data from source systems to various consumption layers, strictly adhering to financial regulations and internal data governance standards.
Qualifications and Experience
Education: First Degree (BA/BSc/HND) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related quantitative field.
Experience: 5-7 years of relevant experience.
Technical Requirements
Expert proficiency in SQL and experience working with large-scale relational database systems.
Strong programming skills in Python or Scala for data manipulation and automation.
Demonstrated experience with Big Data technologies (e.g., Apache Spark, Apache Kafka).
Experience designing and building solutions on at least one major Cloud Platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Familiarity with Data Warehousing concepts and tools, including ETL scheduling and orchestration (e.g., Airflow).
Solid understanding of version control systems (Git).
Experience with Power BI for data modelling, dataset preparation, and enabling business analytics consumption.
Competencies
Behavioural Competencies
Articulating Information
Checking Things
Developing Expertise
Interpreting Data
Taking Action
Team Working
Technical Competencies
Big Data Frameworks and Tools
Data Engineering
Data Integrity
IT Knowledge
Stakeholder Management
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by visiting the Standard Bank Group portal on SmartRecruiters: Apply Here
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