Business Intelligence Developer

Newlyn Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics solution provider in Durban is seeking an Entry Level Business Intelligence Developer to design and implement data models and BI solutions. Ideal candidates should have skills in SQL, data visualization, and a strong analytical background. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work with ETL processes and develop impactful insights for business decision-making.

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing and developing data warehouse solutions.
• Strong analytical background with the ability to interpret business needs through data.
• Deep understanding of database technologies, OLAP concepts, and ETL frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable data models, data warehouses, and BI solutions including reports and dashboards.
• Build and maintain ETL processes to consolidate data from various sources.
• Develop and execute complex SQL queries to support analytics and reporting.

Skills

SQL development

Data visualization

Data architecture

Report writing

Problem-solving

Tools

SQL Server

Power BI

SSIS

SSAS

SSRS

Job description

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Position Title: Business Intelligence Developer

Location: Durban

Job Type: Full-Time | Onsite

Start Date:ASAP

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented professional to fill a role that encompasses SQL development, report writing, and data engineering. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing data pipelines, developing and optimizing SQL queries, building reports and dashboards, and supporting the business with actionable data insights. This opportunity is ideal for a technically strong professional with a solid foundation in SQL, data architecture, and BI tools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement scalable data models, data warehouses, and BI solutions including reports and dashboards.
• Build and maintain ETL processes to consolidate data from a variety of structured and unstructured sources.
• Monitor and optimize database performance through indexing, query tuning, and regular maintenance.
• Develop and execute complex SQL queries to support analytics and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to deliver integrated data solutions.
• Continuously improve reporting frameworks and ensure data reliability and accessibility.
• Oversee database administration tasks, maintaining high standards of data quality, availability, and security.
• Implement and manage disaster recovery and high-availability solutions such as replication, clustering, and failover systems.

Core Requirements:

• Proven experience designing and developing data warehouse solutions.
• Strong analytical background with the ability to interpret business needs through data.
• Deep understanding of database technologies, OLAP concepts, and ETL frameworks.
• Ability to present insights effectively using data visualization techniques.
• Experience working with diverse data sources including flat files and APIs.
• Capable of operating independently within established processes and guidelines.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in SQL Server
• Expertise with Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, DAX, T-SQL
• Experience with SSIS, SSAS, and SSRS
• Solid understanding of database administration practices
• Exposure to cloud-based platforms such as Azure SQL or AWS RDS is a plus
• Familiarity with data environments in the retail or FMCG sectors is an advantage
• Deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design for performance, scalability, and availability

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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