Data Architect: Analytical and Reporting Platforms

Capitec Bank; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Stellenbosch is seeking an experienced Data and Analytics Solution Architect. The successful candidate will have at least 4 years’ experience in BI and Data Visualisation solutions, along with expertise in Microsoft Fabric and Power BI. This role involves defining technology solutions and managing a team of data engineers. Applicants should possess a Diploma in Information Technology, with a Bachelor's Degree preferred. The position also requires a clear criminal and credit record.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years’ experience implementing BI and Data Visualisation solutions.
• Expert in BI development for reports, dashboards, and data visualisation.
• In-depth knowledge of Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing best practices.

Responsibilities

• Define technology solutions for the Data and Analytics environment.
• Support and oversee development of detailed technical specifications.
• Manage a team of data engineers implementing the technology solution.

Education

Diploma in Information Technology - Systems Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Management Information Systems

Tools

Microsoft Fabric

Power BI

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Who We Are

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Why choose Us

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Purpose Statement

• Define the technology solution for the Data and Analytics (D&A) environment, ensuring it meets both current and future technology needs.
• Support and oversee the development of detailed technical specifications from business requirements by maintaining strong expertise in D&A and related Back-End Systems and data sources.
• Manage a team of data engineers responsible for implementing the technology solution.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to a small team of data engineers contributing to the analytical platform.
• Collaborate with engineers on technical deliverables.

Experience

Minimum:

• At least 4 years’ experience implementing BI and Data Visualisation solutions and supporting architecture
• Product development life cycle
• Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with Microsoft fabric and Power BI
• In depth knowledge of Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing best practices
• In depth knowledge of BI environments, solutions and implementations (end-to-end BI architecture and technologies)
• Expert in the field of BI development (reports, dashboards, data visualisation, etc.)
• A good understanding of design and user experience principles

Qualifications (Minimum)

• Diploma in Information Technology - Systems Engineering

Qualifications (Ideal or Preferred)

• Bachelor's Degree in Management Information Systems

Knowledge

Minimum:

• Data Warehouse Development Life Cycle
• Dimensional modelling
• Financial systems and procedures
• UML or equivalent modelling language
• Technical Test Plan Design
• IT systems development processes
• Application development
• Standards and governance

Ideal:

• Banking systems environment
• Banking business model
• Agile development life cycle
• Best practices for Quality Assurance (QA)

Conditions of Employment

• Clear criminal and credit record

Capitec is committed to diversity, applications to this position will strictly be considered in support of our employment equity goals.