Junior Data Engineer

nedbank; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank is expanding its Data & Analytics capability and seeking a Junior Data Engineer. The role involves supporting enterprise-grade data pipelines and performing daily data operations. Candidates should have 1–2 years of data engineering experience, be analytical and collaborative, and possess a Matric plus an Advanced Diploma or National First Degree. This position offers a hybrid working environment and opportunities for growth within a supportive culture.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration and incentives

Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund

Access to learning and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of Data Engineering or related experience.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in fast-paced environments.
• Collaborative, calm, and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain enterprise-grade data pipelines.
• Perform day-to-day data operations including profiling and cleaning.
• Assist with ingestion and provisioning of data.

Skills

Data Warehousing

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Matric + Advanced Diploma or National First Degree

Job description

We are expanding our Data & Analytics capability and looking for aspiring Junior Data Engineers who are passionate about building, maintaining and optimising data pipelines that empower decision‑making across the bank.

What You’ll Do

• Support and maintain enterprise‑grade data pipelines
• Perform day‑to‑day data operations including profiling, cleaning, validation, configuration, and QA
• Assist with ingestion, provisioning, streaming, and API‑based data solutions
• Create virtual databases and support business data extracts
• Collaborate with analysts on documentation, profiling, and validation
• Monitor the Data Warehouse to meet SLAs
• Manage cloud compute and storage processes
• Run daily operational reports and batch jobs
• Partner with business stakeholders to improve data queries

Why Join Nedbank’s Data & Analytics Team?

• Work with innovative teams shaping the future of data
• Build scalable, trusted data>
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative culture
• Grow your skills with cloud, big data, and modern tools

What We’re Looking For

Data Warehousing

• 1–2 years of Data Engineering or related experience
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving mindset
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in fast‑paced environments
• Collaborative, calm, and proactive
• Matric + Advanced Diploma or National First Degree
• Competitive remuneration and incentives
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund
• Hybrid working environment
• Access to learning and growth opportunities
• A culture built on trust, support, and shared ownership

Ready to make an impact?

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