Senior Data Management Analyst

Job Description

na Designs, builds, and maintains the infrastructure that supports data storage, processing, and retrieval. Works with large data sets and develops data pipelines that move data from source systems to data warehouses and other data storage and processing systems. OML roles mapped to this profile are : Intermediate Data Engineer, ETL Developer, RoA : Developer ETL & Integrations, RoA : Developer Staging and Mapping (incl UI) Storage Specialist and Oracle and Cloud Database Engineer.

Data Architecture

Oversee data collection mechanisms and how they fit into data architecture, partnering with internal and external stakeholders to ensure quality and accuracy.

Data Management

Manage basic aspects of the data management system with guidance from senior colleagues. This includes being responsible for developing or operating basic elements of the data management systems to deliver prescribed outcomes.

Business Requirements Identification

Collect business requirements using a variety of methods, such as interviews, document analysis, workshops, and workflow analysis, to express the requirements in terms of target user roles and goals.

Databases Installation

Install and test complex databases and associated products to ensure they are suitable for use and meet customer requirements.

Infrastructure and Network Development and Maintenance

Design and select medium‑complexity storage, data center, network, and client / server environments to design solutions in line with industry best practice and provide a third‑line point of escalation for appropriate global infrastructure solutions.

Information Security

Implement required security measures, such as firewalls or message encryption, and provide input on their design, monitoring performance to notify security experts of any problems.

Documentation

Create and maintain technical and / or user documentation to a high standard.

Technical Developments Recommendation

Discuss and recommend technical developments to improve the quality of the website / portal / applications software and supporting infrastructure to better meet users’ needs.

Analysis of "As Is" and "To Be"

Support and contribute to the documentation of "as is" and "to be" processes and describe the changes required to migrate to the "to be" capability to record accurately the change required.

Operational Compliance

Identify, within the team, instances of noncompliance with the organization’s policies and procedures and / or relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct, reporting these instances and escalating issues as appropriate.

Data Software Development

Develop existing data applications and contribute to development of new applications by analyzing and identifying areas for modification and improvement. Develop new routine applications to meet customer requirements.

Data Software Maintenance

Monitor, identify, and correct more complex software defects to maintain fully functioning applications software.

Data Software Roadmap

Contribute to and maintain road map to facilitate data software development and ensure the development work is prioritized in line with business requirements.

Design and Conceptualization

Produce multiple concepts and prototypes to design digital products / services.

Preferred Skills & Tools

• SQL : Advanced querying, optimization, and data manipulation
• Power BI : Dashboard creation, data visualization, and report automation
• ETL Tools : Informatica, Talend, or equivalent
• Cloud Platforms : Oracle Cloud, AWS, Azure (advantageous)
• Data Warehousing : Experience with Snowflake, Redshift, or similar
• Security & Compliance : Familiarity with GDPR, POPIA, and ISO standards

Qualifications

Skills

Action Planning, Business Requirements Analysis, Computer Literacy, Database Administration, Database Reporting, Data Compilation, Data Controls, Data Management, Data Modeling, Executing Plans, Gaps Analysis, Information Technology (IT) Support, IT Architecture, IT Implementation, IT Network Security, Market Analysis, Test Case Management, User Requirements Documentation

Competencies

Action Oriented Business Insight Communicates Effectively Cultivates Innovation Drives Results Ensures Accountability Manages Complexity Optimizes Work Processes

Education

NQF Level 7 - Degree, Advance Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate or equivalent

Closing Date

16 November 2025, 23 : 59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

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