Data Engineering Manager

myDeloitte; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

myDeloitte is seeking a Data Engineering Manager to lead enterprise-grade data infrastructure design and AI transformations. This role involves guiding teams to enable data-driven decision-making for Tier-1 clients. Ideal candidates will have a background in data engineering, strong programming skills, and experience in cloud ecosystems.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of experience in data engineering, including leadership.
• Strong programming skills in Python and SQL.
• Experience in cloud data ecosystems like AWS, GCP, Azure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and build of data infrastructure and pipelines.
• Manage project timelines and coaching of data engineers.
• Collaborate with AI/ML teams for data-driven decision-making.

Skills

Data Engineering

ETL/ELT pipelines

Data modelling

Cloud ecosystems

Data governance

AI/ML deployment

Cross-industry knowledge

Data quality

Programming (Python, SQL)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science, Engineering or related Degree

Post Grad Degree in Data Science Engineering or related Degree

Data related Cloud Certifications

Tools

Apache Spark

DBT

Kafka

Airflow

Job description

Deloitteis a leading global provider of audit and assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax and related services. Our global network of member firms and related entities in more than 150 countries and territories (collectively, the “Deloitte organisation”) serves four out of five Fortune Global 500 companies. Learn how Deloitte’s approximately 457,000 people make an impact that matters atwww.deloitte.com .

Innovation, transformation and leadership occur in many ways. At Deloitte, our ability to help solve clients’ most complex issues is distinct. We deliver strategy and implementation, from a business and technology view, to help lead in the markets where our clients compete.

Are you a game changer? Do you believe in adding advantage at every level in everything you do? You may be one of us.

Deloitte Consulting is growing, with a focus on developing our already powerful teams across our portfolio of offerings. We are looking for smart, accountable, innovative professionals with technical expertise and deep industry experience insights. The combination of our 6 areas of expertise, our well-developed industry structure and our integrated signature solutions is a unique offering never seen before on the African continent.

Be at the forefront of the revolution.

AI-enabled technologies are shaking business foundations. Some find this daunting. We see opportunity—for clients, societies, and people.

Deloitte’s AI & Data Specialists partner with clients to leverage AI and reach new levels of organisational excellence. We turn data into insights, into action—at an industrial scale.

Join us as we enable clients to grasp the future and reach new heights. Learn from the best in the field to create solutions blending data science, data engineering, and process engineering with our industry-leading expertise.

Ready to shape the future?

Join us to reimagine what's possible with data. At Deloitte, your engineering leadership will drive outcomes that matter — not just pipelines, but real-world transformation.

At Deloitte, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work—in every country, in everything we do, every day.We aim to create a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect, including reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. Weseek to create and leverage our diverse workforce to build an inclusive environment across the African continent.

Join us. Shape the future. Win big

Job Description

As a Data Engineering Manager, you will lead the design, build, and scale of enterprise-grade data infrastructure and pipelines to power advanced analytics, AI solutions, and AI transformations across Tier-1 clients on the African continent. You will work at the intersection of business strategy and technical delivery, guiding multidisciplinary teams to enable data-driven decision-making and measurable business impact.

You will be responsible for:

• Architecting scalable, secure, and high-performance data platforms
• Leading the design and development of robust ingestion, transformation, and governance pipelines
• Managing project timelines and deliverables across diverse industry engagements
• Coaching data engineers and analysts to deliver client-ready solutions
• Collaborating with AI/ML specialists, solution managers, and client stakeholders to translate strategic needs into modern data capabilities

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and own data engineering workstreams across AI transformation, analytics modernisation, and digital core rebuilds
• Design and implement data pipelines using modern architectures (e.g., Delta Lake, Data Mesh, Data Lakehouse)
• Drive data modelling, data quality, and metadata management best practices aligned to business KPIs
• Build, manage, and scale cloud-native data infrastructure (e.g., on AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Mentor junior engineers, oversee code reviews, and ensure delivery quality to tier-1 consulting standards
• Translate business and industry requirements into scalable data engineering solutions
• Partner with AI, strategy, and business consulting teams to deliver end-to-end data value realisation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science, Engineering or related Degree
• Post Grad Degree in Data Science Engineering or related Degree,
• Data related Cloud Certifications

Additional Information

• 8–12+ years of experience in data engineering, with at least 2 years in a team leadership or technical management role
• Proficient in building modern ETL/ELT pipelines using tools like Apache Spark, DBT, Kafka, Airflow
• Strong programming skills in Python and SQL (Scala/Java a plus)
• Deep experience with cloud data ecosystems (e.g., AWS Redshift/Glue, GCP BigQuery/Dataflow, Azure Synapse)
• Strong understanding of data warehousing, data lakes, streaming, and batch architecture
• Experience with CI/CD for data, testing frameworks, and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, etc.)
• Familiarity with data governance and security frameworks in regulated industries (e.g., FSI, healthcare)
• Previous experience in a top-tier consulting environment or client-facing data role
• Exposure to AI/ML deployment pipelines, MLOps, or analytics productisation
• Experience in delivering data modernisation programs at enterprise scale
• Cross-industry knowledge with a focus on FSI, Telco, Consumer, or Healthcare

At Deloitte, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work—in every country, in everything we do, every day.We aim to create a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect, including reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. Weseek to create and leverage our diverse workforce to build an inclusive environment across the African continent.

Note: The list of tasks / duties and responsibilities contained in this document is not necessarily exhaustive. Deloitte may ask the employee to carry out additional duties or responsibilities, which may fall reasonably within the ambit of the role profile, depending on operational requirements.

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