Technical Solution Architect – Data Management

Oracle; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and forward-thinking organization at the forefront of data innovation. As a data architect, you will design and maintain high-performance enterprise data platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to align data strategies with business objectives. With a focus on big data, analytics, and AI/ML initiatives, you will lead the development of ETL/ELT workflows and establish robust data governance practices. This role offers opportunities for growth and influence, shaping the future of financial data ecosystems while mentoring the next generation of data professionals.

Benefits

Opportunities for growth

Collaborative work environment

Leadership opportunities

Dynamic projects

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in data architecture and cloud data ecosystems.
• Deep expertise in SQL, data lakes, and modern data modeling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Architect scalable enterprise data platforms for transactional and analytical workloads.
• Lead the development of high-quality ETL / ELT pipelines and workflows.

Skills

Data Architecture

SQL

ETL / ELT Optimization

Data Governance

Stakeholder Engagement

Cloud Data Ecosystems

Data Security Measures

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science

Tools

Azure Synapse

GCP BigQuery

AWS Redshift

Snowflake

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Architect scalable, high-performance enterprise data platforms that support both transactional and analytical workloads.

Design and maintain logical and physical data models across various cloud platforms (Azure Synapse, GCP BigQuery, AWS Redshift, Snowflake).

Collaborate with cross-functional teams — engineering, governance, and business — to align data strategies with organizational goals.

Lead the development of high-quality ETL / ELT pipelines and workflows.

Establish data governance practices that ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks (GDPR, POPIA).

Drive innovation in big data, analytics, and AI / ML initiatives.

Mentor data engineers and analysts, promoting best practices and architectural excellence.

What You Bring :

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• 6+ years of experience in data architecture, modeling, and cloud data ecosystems
• Deep expertise in SQL, data lakes, data mesh, and modern data modeling techniques
• Hands-on knowledge of ETL / ELT optimization, data lineage, and metadata management
• Proven ability to align enterprise data architecture with business objectives
• Experience implementing data security measures — encryption, masking, access control
• Strong stakeholder engagement and leadership skills

Tech Toolbox You'll Use :

• Governance & Security: GDPR, POPIA, RBAC
• Other: Power BI, Tableau (bonus!)

Why Join Us?

• Work at the forefront of data innovation in a dynamic, forward-thinking organization
• Collaborate with top-tier professionals across the African continent
• Lead projects that shape the future of financial data ecosystems
• Enjoy opportunities for growth, leadership, and influence at a strategic level

If you're a data visionary who thrives at the intersection of technology and business, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and be the architect of transformation.