Lead Data Engineer

Findojobs South Africa; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial technology company in South Africa is seeking a visionary Lead Data Engineer to spearhead data efforts, driving innovation in banking. Candidates should have 5-7 years of experience, strong SQL skills, and proficiency in programming languages like Python and Java. The role offers a collaborative work environment and competitive benefits, including annual leave and medical aid.

Benefits

Pension fund

Competitive annual leave

Medical Aid

Paid time off for parental leave and birthdays

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in data engineering.
• Leadership experience in guiding teams.
• Exceptional SQL skills required.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain scalable data pipelines.
• Manage diverse data sources for analytics.
• Guide and mentor junior colleagues.

Skills

SQL

C#

Go

Python

Java

Scala

Data modelling

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

MS SQL Server

Google BigQuery

SSIS

ADF

dbt Cloud

Dataform

Airbyte

Job description

Kuda is a money app for Africans on a mission to make financial services accessible, affordable and rewarding for every African on the planet.

We’re a tribe of passionate and diverse people who dreamed of building an inclusive money app that Africans would love so it’s only right that we ended up with the name ‘Kuda’ which means ‘love’ in Shona, a language spoken in the southern part of Africa.

We’re giving Africans around the world a better alternative to traditional finance by delivering money transfers, smart budgeting and instant access to credit through digital devices.

We’ve raised over $90 million from some of the world's most respected institutional investors, and we’re rolling out our game-changing services globally from our offices in Nigeria, South Africa, and the UK.

Role Overview

We are expanding our reach and seeking a visionary Lead Data Engineer to spearhead our data engineering efforts, driving innovation and growth. With a passion for data-driven decision-making, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of banking for millions.

Roles and responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines, ensuring data integrity and efficiency.
• Integrate and manage diverse data sources to support advanced analytics and business intelligence.
• Guide and mentor junior colleagues, cultivating their professional development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into robust data solutions.
• Drive the development and deployment of machine learning models to enhance predictive analytics.
• Champion data quality, security, and governance initiatives across the organization.

Requirements

5-7 years of experience in data engineering, with a proven track record of leading teams.

Exceptional SQL writing skills, with a strong preference for candidates experienced in multiple databases, particularly MS SQL Server and Google BigQuery.

Proficiency in programming languages such as C#, Go, Python, Java, and Scala.

Strong data modelling skills, with experience managing data structures using the Kimball approach and Data Vault methodologies.

Familiarity with data integration tools like SSIS, ADF, dbt Cloud, Dataform and Airbyte.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to design and optimize data systems.

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

Why join Kuda?

At Kuda, our people are the heart of our business, so we prioritize your welfare. We offer a wide range of competitive benefits in areas including but not limited to :

A great and upbeat work environment populated by a multinational team

Pension fund

Competitive annual leave plus bank holidays

Competitive paid time off (Parental, Moving day, Birthday, Study leave etc)

Medical Aid

Award winning L&D training

Kuda is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and anyone seeking employment at Kuda is considered based on merit, qualifications, competence and talent.

We don’t regard colour, religion, race, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, sex, marital or family status, disability, gender, or any other legally protected status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.