Data Engineer

SQL Developer Data Engineering (Hybrid | Sandton)

Location : Hybrid (2-3 days on-site) Sandton, Johannesburg

Contract Type : Permanent

Experience Level : Intermediate (3+ years)

Industry : Financial Services

Function : Data Engineering & BI

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled and reliable SQL Developer to join a fast-paced, data-driven environment within a leading institution. You'll play a critical role in developing and maintaining robust data pipelines that empower marketing campaigns and business insights. This role demands a strong eye for data quality, governance, and optimisation, while adhering to high development standards and collaboration principles.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about transforming data into clean, structured, and actionable outputs supporting both operational excellence and strategic decision-making.

What You'll Be Doing

Support & Maintain : Monitor and support existing data pipelines to ensure smooth daily operations.

Optimisation : Identify opportunities to improve performance and scalability of current processes and data flows.

Governance : Ensure data is structured in line with compliance and metadata governance standards.

Development Best Practices : Follow established development life cycle processes, from design and testing to deployment and documentation.

Code Management : Maintain, version, and update code repositories in line with collaborative team standards.

Who We're Looking For

You are an experienced data professional with a strong background in SQL and a deep understanding of data pipeline architectures. You work well independently and within a collaborative team environment. Youre proactive about identifying inefficiencies and enthusiastic about data reliability, quality, and performance.

Minimum Requirements

Experience :

At least 3 years experience in a Data Engineering, BI, or Data Development role.

Technical Skills :

SQL (Advanced proficiency required)

Ab Initio experience a plus (not mandatory)

Solid understanding of data modelling and relational databases

Competence in quality assurance processes and standards

Exposure to metadata governance and data compliance frameworks

Soft Skills :

Strong analytical mindset

Excellent problem-solving ability

Effective communicator can translate technical findings into business insights

Attention to detail and commitment to code quality

Why Join Us

Flexible hybrid work model (offices in Sandton )

Work with high-calibre teams in a well-established financial services organisation

Exposure to enterprise-grade data infrastructure

Opportunity to make a real impact in a data-centric transformation journey

Competitive compensation and long-term career growth potential

Apply Now

If you're passionate about clean data, scalable architecture, and optimising the value of information in a business context, then wed love to hear from you. Click Apply to submit your CV and a brief motivation.