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Data Engineer (Azure Data Factory)

How2Apply Talent Network

Isando, Gauteng

Full-time

Posted 52 min ago

Full-time IT & Software

R53 250 – R74 750/month

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Job Description

A short-term insurer in Isando needs dashboards people trust and numbers that add up. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

Location: Isando, Gauteng. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first. Start date: as soon as possible for the right person.

What you'll actually do

Automate weekly reports that used to take hours in Excel
Build simple forecasting and segmentation models in Python or R
Build ETL pipelines in SSIS, Azure Data Factory or Python
Meet business users to turn their questions into report requirements
Keep a data dictionary so everyone uses the same definitions

What you need

Strong SQL, including joins, window functions and CTEs
At least 2 years in a data or reporting role (not needed for graduate posts)
Careful with sensitive customer data
Advanced Excel
Able to explain what the numbers mean, not just show them
Degree in statistics, maths, computer science, economics or a related field

Nice if you have

Industry knowledge in retail, insurance or credit
Microsoft PL-300 Power BI Data Analyst certification

What you get

Paid cloud and BI certifications
Annual bonus tied to company performance
Latest laptop with extra screen
Hybrid work with two office days

How to apply

Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: academic record showing statistics or maths modules, screenshots or a link to a dashboard you built, with real data removed plus certification transcripts.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 6 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Isando; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Tips to get shortlisted

Put SQL and your BI tool in the first line of your CV; these are the keywords every data recruiter searches.
Build one public portfolio dashboard on a South African open data set if you have no work samples to share.