Data Lead

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in South Africa.

📋 Description

• Develop and implement the comprehensive data strategy, utilizing Google Cloud services such as BigQuery, Dataflow, Cloud Storage, and Pub/Sub.

• Direct the design, creation, and upkeep of scalable and resilient data pipelines and data warehouse solutions on GCP.

• Supervise and guide a team of data engineers and analysts, promoting a culture of technical excellence and ongoing enhancement.

• Set and uphold best practices for data governance, quality, security, and compliance within the GCP framework.

• Work collaboratively with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to identify data requirements and translate them into technical specifications.

• Assess and suggest new GCP data technologies and tools to enhance performance and efficiency.

• Manage the implementation of machine learning and analytical models developed on GCP's AI Platform.

⛳️ Requirements

• A relevant undergraduate degree is advantageous (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering).

• Certification as a Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer or Cloud Architect.

• Over 3 years of experience in data engineering, data architecture, or a similar domain.

• More than 2 years of experience specifically with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) data services.

• In-depth experience with BigQuery, including advanced query optimization and performance tuning.

• Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform) and CI/CD pipelines on GCP.

• Knowledge of business intelligence tools (e.g., Looker, Tableau).

• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, capable of articulating complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible working hours

• Work-from-home options

• Generous bonuses in the industry