Lead Data Operations Analyst – Radio Astronomy

Datafin; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading radio astronomy company in Cape Town seeks a Senior Data Analyst to lead a team of analysts/operators during the construction phase of operations. Responsibilities include developing procedures, mentoring team members, and ensuring quality assessment of data. Candidates should have a relevant Master's or Bachelor's degree and experience in scientific environments. Strong analytical, technical, and leadership skills are essential for this role, which involves round-the-clock operations requiring shift-based work.

Qualifications

• 4 years experience in a technical or scientific environment.
• 5 years experience in a technical or scientific environment for BSc (Hons).
• 6 years experience in a technical or scientific environment for an undergraduate degree.

Responsibilities

• Manage performance of data analyst/telescope operator team.
• Design and document operating procedures.
• Monitor and calibrate astronomical observations.

Skills

Analytical capability

Knowledge of control and monitoring software

Technical report writing

Teamwork and collaboration

Education

MSc in physics, astronomy, engineering, computing or related discipline

BSc (Hons) in physics, astronomy, engineering, computing or related discipline

Undergraduate degree in physics, astronomy or related discipline

Tools

Python

C

C++

Job description

A leading radio astronomy company in Cape Town seeks a Senior Data Analyst to lead a team of analysts/operators during the construction phase of operations. Responsibilities include developing procedures, mentoring team members, and ensuring quality assessment of data. Candidates should have a relevant Master's or Bachelor's degree and experience in scientific environments. Strong analytical, technical, and leadership skills are essential for this role, which involves round-the-clock operations requiring shift-based work.