We are looking for an experienced Architect to join our Data and Analytics (DnA) Capability.
Our Johannesburg office is situated in Houghton Estate, within walking distance of the Rosebank Gautrain station.
Location: Johannesburg This role will be based in our Johannesburg office and at client sites, as needed in line with project requirements. BSG subscribes to a hybrid delivery model, with a blend of WFH and WFO. Own connectivity essential for WFH. Own transport essential.
Intro:We are looking for experienced Data and Analytics Architects with a passion for working with data and constructing innovative, enterprise-scale data and analytics solutions. Are you a passionate technologist with an interest in technical specialisation or team and people leadership? Do you have advanced knowledge and a proven track record building best practice insight-led solutions that enable and use automated data pipelines, machine learning and advanced data transformation and processing principles? If you share our conviction that insight-led decision making will make a difference in the lives of others, if you are inspired by solutions that empower positive change and have the skills and tenacity to contribute and grow towards their realisation, you will love it here!
Main purpose of the role You will be a senior technical member of the Data and Analytics (DnA) team, focused on leading and assuring the delivery of best-of-breed technical data and analytics solutions for our clients. By applying excellence in data architecture design and agile DnA solution development principles, design patterns, solution architecture and machine learning, you will lead the design and development of innovative solutions by bringing insightful guidance to our clients that shapes how they leverage relevant and emerging technology to help solve our clients' key business problems.
Minimum Requirements:A tertiary degree with honours that provided you an opportunity to grow your problem-solving skills within a technology context. e.g., BBusSci, BCom (IS), BSc Eng., BEng or BScData and Architecture related certifications (e.g., DAMA, Data Vault, TOGAF, Zachman Framework) or relevant experience.One or more Data and Analytics-related (Data engineering, Big Data, Data Science or Machine Learning) technology certifications (Architect level): IBM, Microsoft, Informatica, Ab Initio, Cloudera, SAS, SAPData and Analytics related Cloud-technology certifications will be an added advantage: AWS or AzureExperience:10+ years' overall work experience in the field of Data and AnalyticsData science lifecycle and machine learning deployment frameworksUnderstanding of different tiers of software architecture including Client layer, Web layer, Application layer, Backend layer, Data layer and how each layer will interact with each other.Applying statistical techniquesConsulting business managementData-related regulations (e.g. POPIA, BCBS239, GDPR)Data Architecture methodologies and frameworks like DAMA, Kimball, Data Vault, Data MeshCloud Platform architectures for Data and Analytics (preferred AWS and Azure).Lead the development of robust data pipelines that support real-time or batch machine learning predictive solutionsNatural leadership and the ability to easily establish trust-based relationshipsDisplay high levels of initiative in all aspects of your career progressionEvidence of working with others and taking ownership for project deliverablesUnderstanding of relational databases and how to interrogate data with high levels of proficiencyProven technical data design and data engineering backgroundExperience in either DnA Strategy, Data Architecture, IT Strategy, Enterprise Architecture, Solution Design and/or technical deliveryAbility to structure, solve problems and communicate solutionsStrong problem-solving skill with the ability to architect proof-of-value and production data-led solutions using advanced analyticsAbility to collaborate with both BSG and client team membersExposure to design thinking, lean start-up, and agile practicesSystems and Data Analysis and DesignUnderstanding of cloud technology and how it impacts data analytics solutionsEnterprise Data Architecture Design and PracticesData Modelling Design in various patterns (ERD, Dimensional, Data Vault, NoSQL)Practical Focus (plans, solutions, technical problem solving)Willing to travel (own transport essential)Note: We give full consideration to every applicant's fit. If you do not hear from BSG within four weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful at this time. We love talking about change. If you've been inspired by anything you've read here, please get in touch.
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