As a Data Engineer at FirstRand, you'll play a key role in managing data solutions that drive business insights. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys collaborating with various teams and has a strong technical background in data engineering.
At FirstRand, the Data Engineer II role is pivotal in ensuring the effective movement and integration of data to meet business objectives. You'll be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining data solutions that support advanced analytics and improve cost-effectiveness. This role requires a strong understanding of business requirements and frequent collaboration with various stakeholders, including architects and data scientists.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include building robust data pipelines, automating data processes, and maintaining high data quality standards. You'll also conduct gap analyses, prepare business cases, and manage user acceptance testing. The role demands a proactive approach to research emerging technologies and present solutions to senior leadership, influencing the company's data analytics transformation.
To thrive in this position, you should have at least 4 years of experience in data engineering or a related field, along with a relevant degree. Proficiency in ETL tools, data warehousing, and programming languages like Python and Spark is essential. Familiarity with big data tools and BI tools will be advantageous, as will experience in the financial services sector.
This role is suited for someone who is adaptable, curious, and passionate about using data to drive business outcomes. If you enjoy collaborating across teams and are eager to innovate, this position at FirstRand could be a great fit for you.
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