Data Scientist - Powerbi Expert

Eqplus Technologies Pty Ltd; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in South Africa is looking for a Data Scientist with expert-level PowerBI experience for a 6-month contract. The role involves delivering high-quality analytics, building visualisation tools for stakeholders, and enhancing reporting capabilities. Candidates must have a degree in a relevant field and 5–10+ years of experience in PowerBI development. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a solid portfolio are essential. This position operates in a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of advanced PowerBI development experience.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating past work.
• Experience delivering high-quality dashboard design and reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality analytics and reporting at speed.
• Build advanced visualisation tools for key stakeholders.
• Elevate reporting, analytics, and visualisation capability as a senior practitioner.

Skills

Advanced PowerBI development

Data visualization

ETL / data flows

Project management

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, or related field

Tools

PowerBI

Alteryx

AWS Glue

Python

R

SQL

Job description

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We're hiring a Data Scientist with expert-level PowerBI experience.

This 6-month contract role is based in Johannesburg and operates within a hybrid working environment.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality analytics and reporting at speed.

Build advanced visualisation tools for key stakeholders.

Elevate reporting, analytics, and visualisation capability as a senior practitioner.

Qualifications

Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, Business Intelligence, or a related field.

5–10+ years of advanced PowerBI development experience.

Experience delivering high-quality dashboard design, reporting systems, and data modelling.

Expert-level proficiency in PowerBI.

Strong understanding of ETL / data flows and automation tools.

Ability to translate complex data into visually compelling outputs.

Strong project management, multitasking, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

High attention to detail and analytical problem-solving abilities.

Strong portfolio demonstrating past work.

Advantageous

Alteryx, AWS Glue, etc.

Python, R, SQL, etc.

AI features in PowerBI, machine learning or predictive modelling.

Financial services and customer analytics experience.

Seniority level : Mid-Senior level.

Employment type : Full-time.

Job function : Engineering and Information Technology.

Industries : IT Services and IT Consulting.