Senior Data Technologist - Financial Analytics & BI Leader

Isilumko Staffing; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Isilumko Staffing is looking for a Senior Data Technologist for a permanent role in Centurion, South Africa. This position requires a university degree in a relevant field and at least 8 years of experience in data analysis, data mining, and modeling.

The ideal candidate should have certifications in SAS or SQL Server and be proficient in Power BI. Excellent communication and presentation skills are essential to interact effectively at all organizational levels.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in scoping, sourcing, integrating, and analyzing complex data.
• Expertise in economic/transactional analysis and developing statistical models.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Power BI

Data mining

Programming

SAS or SQL Server certifications

Education

University degree in economics, statistics, mathematics, computer science, or business information systems

Tools

Power BI

SAS

SQL Server

Job description

Senior Data Technologist

Permanent I Centurion

Experience:

• A university degree in economics, statistics, mathematics, computer science, business information systems
• Quantitative skills, as evidenced by formal training in statistics, data mining, coding to develop models and relevant experience in utilizing those skills in research and or an operational environment.
• SAS, or SQL Server certifications are compulsory
• Proficiency in Power BI including skills, from basic data visualization to advanced data modelling and analysis will be preferrable 8 years of experience in scoping, sourcing, integrating, and analyzing complex financial, statistical, and visual/spatial data, including data mining, modelling, and coding.
• Expertise in economic/transactional analysis and developing mathematical/or statistical models through coding and data mining.
• Knowledge of financial flows and particularly illicit financial flows and an understanding of illicit economy and criminal activities which generate illicit finances
• Communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Confidence and credibility to persuasively interact at all levels within the organization and clients.
• Presentation skills
• PowerBI and other business intelligence software skills
• Programming Skills