Engineer, Data

Standard Bank Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 480 000 - 720 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Johannesburg is seeking a Data Engineer to design and implement scalable data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric. The role requires a solid background in data engineering with at least 3 years of experience, proficiency in SQL and Python, and a degree in Computer Science or IT. The position is full-time and does not support remote work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a Data engineering role with strong hands-on experience.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, and Power BI is required.
• Solid understanding of data modelling, governance, and warehousing is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric components.
• Develop ETL/ELT processes and ensure data quality across platforms.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver solutions.

Skills

SQL

Python

Power BI

Apache Hive

S3

Hadoop

Redshift

Spark

AWS

Kafka

Education

Bsc Computer Science or Information Technology

Microsoft certification in Azure Data Engineering or Microsoft Fabric

Tools

Azure Data Factory

Microsoft Fabric

Databricks

Azure Synapse

Job description

To design and implement scalable and efficient data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric components such as OneLake Dataflows Gen2 and Lakehouse. Develop ETL / ELT processes using Azure Data Factory PySpark Spark SQL and Python. Ensure data quality integrity and security across all platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions. Optimize data workflows and troubleshoot performance issues. Support hybrid cloud deployments and integrate on-premises and cloud environments while maintaining documentation and following best practice in data engineering including version control and modular code design.

Qualifications

• Bsc Computer Science or Information Technology as well as Microsoft certification in Azure Data Engineering or Microsoft Fabric
• Minimum 3 years experience in a Data engineering role with strong hands‑on experience in Microsoft Fabric Azure Synapse Azure SQL and Databricks
• Proficiency in SQL Python and Power BI
• Solid understanding of data modelling data governance and data warehousing
• Experience with CI / CD pipelines DevOps or machine learning workflows is a plus.

Behavioural Competencies

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Checking Things
• Developing Expertise
• Embracing Change
• Examining Information

Technical Competencies

• Big Data Frameworks and Tools
• Data Engineering
• Data Integrity
• IT Knowledge
• Stakeholder Management (IT)

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Skills

Apache Hive,S3,Hadoop,Redshift,Spark,AWS,Apache Pig,NoSQL,Big Data,Data Warehouse,Kafka,Scala

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1