Senior Data Analyst – Azure, ETL & BI Dashboards

e-Merge IT Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 413,000 - 689,000; Full time

Job summary

e-Merge IT Recruitment seeks an experienced Data Analyst for a potential data and analytics engagement in Johannesburg. The role emphasizes data analysis, dashboard development, and Azure-based integrations to deliver actionable business insights.

Candidates should have 5+ years in data analysis/BI, strong SQL, Python and R skills, and experience with ETL/data pipelines, data governance and cloud data services.

Qualifications

• A relevant NQF level 7 qualification in Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics or a related field.
• At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience in data analysis, business intelligence or a related discipline.
• Strong proficiency in SQL, Python and R.
• Experience in statistical analysis, data interpretation and insight generation.
• Proven capability in data quality management, data validation and data integrity controls.
• Experience with data pipelines, ETL processes and data integration.
• Exposure to Microsoft Azure data services and cloud-based integrations.
• Advantageous Skills: Experience with Power BI, Tableau or similar business intelligence tools.
• Familiarity with Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Fabric or related Azure data services.

Responsibilities

• Analyse complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, anomalies and actionable business insights.
• Develop, maintain and enhance reports, business intelligence dashboards and performance metrics.
• Support the development, optimisation and monitoring of data pipelines and ETL processes.
• Contribute to Azure-based data integrations and analytics solutions.
• Perform statistical analysis and data modelling to support business reporting and decision-making.
• Implement and maintain data quality controls, validation processes and data governance practices.
• Collaborate with technical teams, business stakeholders and subject matter experts to translate business requirements into analytical solutions.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, integrity and reliability across reporting and analytics platforms.
• Document analytical methodologies, data processes and reporting requirements.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

Data analysis

Data governance

Education

NQF 7 in Data Analytics or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Azure Data Factory

Azure Synapse Analytics

Microsoft Fabric

Job description

e-Merge IT Recruitment seeks an experienced Data Analyst for a potential data and analytics engagement in Johannesburg. The role emphasizes data analysis, dashboard development, and Azure-based integrations to deliver actionable business insights.

Candidates should have 5+ years in data analysis/BI, strong SQL, Python and R skills, and experience with ETL/data pipelines, data governance and cloud data services.