Job Description
This role combines hands-on development, technical leadership, and mentorship, delivering reliable analytics solutions that support strategic and operational business decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the analysis, design, development, troubleshooting, and support of enterprise reporting and analytics platforms
- Design, build, test, and deploy reports, dashboards, and visualizations with drill-down capabilities
- Develop BI solutions using SQL, ETL processes, Azure Data Factory / Synapse Pipelines, and the Microsoft BI stack
- Integrate data from diverse source systems, including on-prem, cloud-based, vendor, in-house, and Office 365 platforms
- Perform database development and administration tasks including queries, views, and schema objects
- Maintain and enhance data warehouse models, hierarchies, and reporting structures
- Apply database performance tuning techniques to optimize existing solutions
- Collaborate with DevOps teams and participate in testing of database-related changes
- Maintain business continuity and technical documentation using Azure DevOps
- Enforce database security standards and best practices
- Review code and oversee the quality of BI solutions delivered by junior team members
- Mentor and support junior and intermediate developers
- Drive adoption of innovative and modern data technologies in collaboration with Lead Developers and Enterprise Architecture teams
Qualifications & Experience:
- 3-4-year IT qualification in Software Development or a related field
- Relevant Microsoft certification in the data or analytics space (preferred)
- Exposure to the full BI development lifecycle
- 6+ years‘ experience in the IT field, with 4+ years focused on Data Analytics / Business Intelligence
- Experience managing or contributing to data projects
- Strong hands-on experience with Azure Data Factory / Synapse Pipelines (essential)
- Experience with SQL Server, SSIS, and SSAS
- Strong experience developing reports and dashboards using Power BI
The Reference Number for this position is NG61001which is a Permanent Hybrid position based in Johannesburg offering a cost to company of up to R900k CTC negotiable on experience and ability. Contact Nokuthula at .za or call her on (***)***-**** to discuss this and other opportunities.
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Gauteng
The IT and computer industry is one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in Gauteng, with a thriving job market that offers a wide range of opportunities for career advancement.
In terms of salary ranges, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect to earn anywhere from R800 000 per annum for junior positions to over R2 million for senior executives. The average salary for software engineers is around R1.5 million, while data analysts can earn between R900 000 and R1.2 million. With experience and skills, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect significant salary increases, with some roles offering bonuses and benefits that can increase their overall remuneration.
To succeed in the IT industry in Gauteng, candidates need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++, as well as experience with databases, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are also essential for success in this field. Additionally, knowledge of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and Agile methodologies can be highly valued by employers.
Several major companies and industries in Gauteng are currently hiring IT professionals, including technology firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle, as well as banks and financial institutions like Standard Bank and Nedbank. The finance industry is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Career growth opportunities are abundant in the IT industry in Gauteng, with many companies investing heavily in employee training and development programs. With experience and skills, IT professionals can move into senior leadership positions or start their own businesses, while also pursuing further education and certifications. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Overall, the IT industry in Gauteng offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities for job seekers with the right skills and experience. With salaries that are competitive with those offered by major companies globally, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field.
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