Qlik Sense Developer

Pro Stop Recruitment Services; Durban; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Durban is seeking an experienced Qlik Sense Developer to create impactful BI solutions. You'll work closely with stakeholders to build scalable applications and drive data-driven decision-making. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of development experience and strong SQL skills. Join us in transforming data into meaningful insights!

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on experience in Qlik Sense development.
• Strong skills in SQL, data modelling, and ETL across multiple data sources.
• Proven ability to engage with stakeholders and gather requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with stakeholders to understand business goals.
• Develop scalable Qlik Sense applications.
• Ensure dashboards align with governance and compliance standards.

Skills

Data storytelling

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Agile methodology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Analytics, or related field

Tools

SQL

Qlik Sense

ETL processes

Python

R

Job description

What Youll Do

Partner with the Business

• Work closely with stakeholders to understand business goals, challenges, and opportunities.
• Translate business questions into clear, data-driven requirements and KPIs.
• Explore data sources, assess data quality, and identify gaps or opportunities for improvement.

Build & Deliver Qlik Solutions

• Develop scalable Qlik Sense applications, including data models, load scripts, and optimized ETL processes.
• Design dashboards that are not only visually engaging but also intuitive and user-friendly.
• Apply best practices in front-end development, from consistent styling to drill-downs and conditional logic.
• Use advanced Qlik techniques (set analysis, variables, expressions) to create dynamic, interactive dashboards.

Drive Innovation

• Bring fresh ideas to the table, challenging assumptions and identifying new ways to unlock value through data.
• Evaluate and introduce Qlik extensions, mashups, and third-party tools that expand capabilities.
• Explore automation, API integrations, and advanced analytics opportunities.

Collaborate & Mentor

• Lead demos and walkthroughs with stakeholders to refine solutions.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior developers, setting best practices in design and coding.
• Contribute to reusable components, templates, and standards that benefit the wider BI team.

Support & Govern

• Ensure dashboards and data align with governance, security, and compliance standards.
• Perform regular health checks, optimisations, and enhancements to maintain performance.
• Provide support for production environments, troubleshooting issues and implementing improvements.

What Were Looking For

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Analytics, or a related field.
• 5+ years hands-on experience in Qlik Sense development (both front-end and back-end).
• Strong skills in SQL, data modelling, and ETL across multiple data sources.
• Proven ability to engage with stakeholders, gather requirements, and deliver in an agile environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a track record of designing effective, user-centric solutions.
• Strong communication skills, able to explain complex concepts in a clear and engaging way.
• A passion for data storytelling and creating dashboards that drive real business impact.

Bonus Skills (nice to have) :

• Experience with Qlik NPrinting, Qlik SaaS, QMC, or REST APIs.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) or big data environments.
• Familiarity with Python, R, or other data science tools.
• Knowledge of data governance frameworks and compliance standards (GDPR, POPIA, etc.).

How Well Measure Success

• Dashboard Adoption Rate The percentage of users actively engaging with your dashboards.
• Insight-to-Action Time How quickly requirements turn into live, usable solutions.
• Issue Resolution Time The speed and efficiency of solving production issues.
• Reuse Rate of Assets Contribution to reusable templates and BI standards.
• Stakeholder Satisfaction The quality, relevance, and business value of your solutions.

If youre passionate about building smart, beautiful, and impactful BI solutions that make a difference, wed love to hear from you.