Lead Data Solutions Analyst (Contract)

Boardroom Appointments; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardroom Appointments seeks a Specialist Solution Analyst for a 3 Month Contract to lead data solution standards and collaboration between analytics and engineering teams. You will define code and data asset standards, document reusable templates, and manage handover processes with a strong focus on risk mitigation.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in data, analytics, or software development, with Python and SQL proficiency and experience in ETL and data modeling.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in data, analytics, or software development.
• Knowledge of financial products and their integration in data solutions.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL for scalable data processing.
• Experience with ETL, pipelines, and data modeling.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex data challenges.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with data engineering and analytics teams to define standards for code, data assets, and calculation methodologies.
• Document standards and create reusable templates for both UAT and production environments.
• Develop checklists and procedures for solution handover and feedback processes.
• Maintain a centralized, standardized data asset list for shared team use.
• Review and document productionized solutions, detailing location, stakeholders, standards, assets, and business transformations.
• Approve solutions against engineering standards prior to implementation.
• Identify and mitigate risks during solution development and deployment.
• Support data analysts with resources, workshops, and ongoing guidance.
• Keep analytics leadership informed on project progress and compliance.
• Foster collaboration between analytics and engineering teams.
• Lead process improvements to streamline workflows and enhance solution quality.
• Promote scalable, maintainable, and efficient best practices.
• Participate in agile ceremonies, including sprint planning and stand-ups.
• Offer hands-on support to the analytics team as needed.

Skills

Python

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Computer Science

AWS Solution Architect Professional

Tools

ETL Tools

Data Modeling Tools

Job description

Boardroom Appointments seeks a Specialist Solution Analyst for a 3 Month Contract to lead data solution standards and collaboration between analytics and engineering teams. You will define code and data asset standards, document reusable templates, and manage handover processes with a strong focus on risk mitigation.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in data, analytics, or software development, with Python and SQL proficiency and experience in ETL and data modeling.