Geoscience Data Architect & Governance Lead

AngloGold Ashanti; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

AngloGold Ashanti is seeking a Principal, Geoscience Data Management to oversee global data governance across projects and operations. You will design schemas, run complex SQL queries, audit ETL processes, and ensure data integrity for Mineral Resources and reserves.

Collaboration with site teams and Digital Technology is essential. The role demands hands-on expertise, 8+ years in geological databases, and a proactive approach to data quality, security and cross‑functional mentoring in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Geoscience or Computer Science/Data Science with mining industry exp.
• 8+ years in geological database administration with relational DB design and SQL.
• Experience delivering technical database improvement projects and ETL workflows.
• Exposure to QA/QC in sample flow, assay data, and chain-of-custody.

Responsibilities

• Establish and monitor global Geoscience Data Management standards and QA/QC procedures.
• Provide hands-on input into geological databases, schemas, and data modelling; optimize SQL and ETL interfaces.
• Lead or participate in site data audits and verify data integrity across operations.
• Support Mineral Resource and Reserve processes with data assurance for reports and reviews.
• Track emerging data tools and AI/ML applications; collaborate with Digital Technology on automation.

Skills

Data governance

SQL querying

QA/QC

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Mentoring

Data security

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geoscience or Computer Science/Data Science

Post-graduate qualification (preferred)

Tools

acQuire

Fusion

Datashed

Job description

AngloGold Ashanti is seeking a Principal, Geoscience Data Management to oversee global data governance across projects and operations. You will design schemas, run complex SQL queries, audit ETL processes, and ensure data integrity for Mineral Resources and reserves.

Collaboration with site teams and Digital Technology is essential. The role demands hands-on expertise, 8+ years in geological databases, and a proactive approach to data quality, security and cross‑functional mentoring in