Data Analytics Consultant - Independent Contractor

Tenth Revolution Group; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm in Pretoria is seeking a Data Analytics Consultant for a 12-month contract. The role requires a skilled professional to blend data analysis and engineering, focusing on data integration and advanced reporting. Candidates should have over 6 years of experience, strong SQL skills, and be proficient in using the Microsoft Cloud BI Stack. The position offers a hybrid model with 3 onsite days and preference for immediate availability.

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in data analysis and/or data engineering roles.
• Strong SQL and cloud data platform skills.
• Experience building automated data pipelines and reporting solutions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret business data to deliver actionable insights.
• Design, develop, and maintain advanced reports and dashboards.
• Build and optimize data models for analytics and forecasting.

Skills

Data analysis

Data engineering

SQL

Python

Power BI

Azure Data Factory

Tools

Power BI

Databricks

Azure Synapse Analytics

Azure Data Lake

DevOps

Job description

Data Analytics Consultant | Contract | Pretoria

Contract

12-month independent contractor

Hybrid model – 3 days per week onsite

Job Overview

We are looking for a skilled professional who is a strong mix between a Data Analyst and a Data Engineer. You will work on large-scale projects focused on data integration, advanced reporting, predictive analytics, and building robust cloud data solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret business data to deliver actionable insights.
• Design, develop, and maintain advanced reports and dashboards using Power BI and Power BI Report Builder.
• Build, automate, and optimize complex SQL queries and ETL processes.
• Develop and manage data pipelines using Azure Data Factory and Microsoft Fabric.
• Build and optimize data models for analytics and forecasting.
• Work with Azure Synapse Analytics, Data Lake, and Delta Lake architecture.
• Support predictive analytics projects using Python.
• Process large datasets using Databricks.
• Apply DevOps practices for version control and deployment of solutions.
• (Optional) Contribute to machine learning initiatives with Azure Machine Learning.

Key Skills and Technologies

• Microsoft Cloud BI Stack (Power BI, Fabric, Synapse, Data Factory)
• SQL (MS SQL Server, Oracle, Azure, Snowflake)
• Python for data analysis and automation
• Azure Data Lake / Delta Lake
• Databricks for big data processing
• DevOps for deployment and version control
• (Advantageous) Azure Machine Learning

Requirements

• 6+ years’ experience in data analysis and/or data engineering roles.
• Strong SQL and cloud data platform skills.
• Experience building automated data pipelines and reporting solutions.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to bridge business requirements and technical solutions.

Availability

Immediate to short notice preferred.