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Head, Data Engineering

confidential
Soweto Full-day Full-time

Description:


Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

The Data Engineer will be responsible for expanding and optimizing our data and data pipeline architecture, as well as optimizing data flow and collection for cross functional teams.The Data Engineer will support our software developers, database architects, data analysts and data scientists on data initiatives and will ensure optimal data delivery architecture is consistent throughout ongoing projects. They must be self-directed and (a bit subjective and needs actionable clarity) show portfolio of evidence supporting the data needs of multiple teams, systems and products.

Key Responsibilites
Strive to reach mature levels on the Continuum model by building own and team competence to work in a continuous delivery environment: Champion team learning and adopt suitable methodologies and practices.
Translates business requirements into data outputs in a Data Mart using SQL and traditional Object Orientated coding languages.
Create and maintain an optimaldata pipeline architecture.
Reviews team members source code and deploys the code if no defect is found, else sends the code back to the team members (with feedback) for corrections.
Reviews team members source code and provides relevant feedback.
Produce outline system specifications using solution designs, functional specifications or technical specifications as input, including input into scope, constraints (such as performance or resources), hardware, network and software environments and depending on the complexity of the project or change, might need to get the different resources from the different BU's.
Prepare test cases for unit testing purposes and review test cases as produced by other developers for unit testing purposes as required.
Coach the junior developers on technical aspects of application development, controls, and documentation standards as well as on engaging effectively.
Qualifications
Information Technology Degree
8-10 years experience with C# OR C++ OR Java OR SQL or any other related coding language in any industry. Previous experience in the identification and movement of raw data from multiple sources into a single source using appropriate tools (e.g., SQL tools). Experience in managing a data environment.
"The Standard Bank Group has implemented a Vaccination Policy for all roles which require the incumbent to work from the Standard Bank premises on a full-time or intermittent basis. Full vaccination against COVID-19 is therefore an inherent requirement of this role."

Please note: All our recruitment processes comply with the applicable local laws and regulations. Standard Bank South Africa has a Vaccination Policy which requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. We will never ask for money or any from of payment as part of our recruitment process. If you experience this, please contact our Fraud line on or

11 May 2022;   from: gumtree.co.za

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