Sandton: Data Engineer

About the Role: At Fedgroup, our in-house platform powers everything from secured investments and life insurance to impact farming and more. Its central to how we operate supported by an app that helps users actively manage their financial futures. Were looking for an experienced Data Engineer to help us turn complex data into meaningful insight. Youll work closely with a wide range of stakeholders, including business owners, project managers, developers, and technology partners across IoT, ML, and ICT. We value practical solutions, backed by proven and modern technologies. What Youll Be Working On: Youll be involved across the full data lifecycle from managing and optimising SQL databases to analysing large datasets and presenting insights in a way that drives better decision-making. This includes supporting performance tuning, building dashboards, and ensuring data quality and reliability across the platform. What Youll Bring: A degree in a quantitative field (or equivalent practical experience) ±5 years experience as a Data Engineer or in a similar data-focused role Strong Microsoft T-SQL skills and experience working with MSSQL databases Exposure to data visualisation and reporting tools Experience with ETL pipelines (open-source tools advantageous) A sharp analytical mindset, strong attention to detail, and clear communication skills Curiosity and adaptability when it comes to learning new technologies Why Join Fedgroup: Work on a mission-critical, in-house platform Engage with diverse teams and real-world data challenges Use modern, battle-tested technologies to drive innovation Make a meaningful impact across financial services and beyond