Data Engineer

Parvana; Bellville; Híbrido; ZAR 700.000 - 1.100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Parvana is seeking a data engineering professional to design, maintain, and document data pipelines with a strong emphasis on data quality and operational alignment. You will oversee database performance, security, and archiving, while upholding coding and extraction/loading standards.

You will provide BI support to the Business Intelligence team, support data lakehouse operations, and deliver key migrations and projects on time.

Formación

• 3–5 years in IT with data engineering focus.
• Strong Advanced SQL skills (MS SQL, PostgreSQL).
• Experience with Databricks and building robust ETL processes.

Responsabilidades

• Design, maintain, and document data pipelines ensuring data quality.
• Oversee database performance, security, access, and archiving.
• Develop coding, naming, change control, and extraction/loading standards.
• Provide BI support and assist data lakehouse operations and migrations.
• Collaborate with IT and business teams to ensure service delivery and improvements.
• Engage in personal development and solve complex problems.

Conocimientos

Advanced SQL

ETL design

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Collaboration

Herramientas

Databricks

PostgreSQL

MS SQL

SQL Server

MySQL

SSIS

Glue

Lambda

Python/Java

Linux shell scripting

PowerBI

SAP Data Services

Descripción del empleo

Bellville, South Africa | Posted on 11/11/2026

About our client:

Our client, a reputable financial services firm listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), holds a strong belief in the transformative power of incremental progress. They are committed to empowering individuals and businesses alike, offering tailored solutions and expert guidance to help pave the way to success. With a focus on innovation and excellence, they provide secure financial futures through personalised advice and cutting-edge products. Their mission is to support diverse goals and aspirations, enriching lives across every journey.

Location: Cape Town | Work Type: Hybrid | Job ID: J107296

What you will be doing:

• Design, maintain, and document data pipelines and products while ensuring data quality and alignment with operational sources.
• Oversee database performance, security, and access, while monitoring usage, archiving historical data, and identifying design improvements.
• Develop and uphold coding, naming, change control, and extraction/loading standards.
• Provide statistical and reporting support to the Business Intelligence team, support data lakehouse operations, and deliver key projects, including data migrations, on time.
• Partner with IT and business teams to manage relationships, ensure effective service delivery, and support continuous service improvement.
• Actively manage personal learning, development, and growth while contributing to complex problem-solving.

What our client is looking for:

• 3 - 5 years of experience in a similar IT role, with a strong focus on data engineering, warehousing principles, and data lifecycle management (sourcing, cleansing, transformation, and analysis).
• Advanced SQL coding is essential (MS SQL, PostgreSQL).
• Experience with Databricks, database management (Postgres, SQL Server, MySQL), and building robust ETL processes (SSIS, Glue, Lambda) is required.
• Experience with cloud software (AWS, Azure) is expected.
• Knowledge of PowerBI, SAP Data Services, Python/Java, Linux shell scripting, and database administration are considered advantageous.
• Candidates must demonstrate strong business acumen, analytical problem-solving abilities, and excellent written and verbal communication skills to facilitate stakeholder engagement.
• The role requires a candidate who is results-driven, persistent, flexible, self-aware, and maintains a collaborative, innovation-focused, and growth-oriented mindset.