Senior Data Analyst (AI Project Experience) – Johannesburg - R700K to 900k per annum

SUMMARY:
Senior Data Analyst (AI Project Experience) – Johannesburg - R700K to 900k per annum

POSITION INFO:

An AI-driven solutions company is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to drive strategic decision-making and shape the future of our organization. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and expand expertise in advanced data analytics, data quality, and AI-driven insights.

If you’re ready to tackle exciting challenges, influence key financial models, and contribute to cutting-edge AI and data intelligence initiatives, apply now!

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform in-depth data analysis, profiling, and validation across multiple squads and value chains.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, define, and translate business data requirements into actionable technical solutions.
• Analyse data flows, troubleshoot inconsistencies, and document insights to enhance downstream processes.
• Conduct data testing, error resolution, and lifecycle validation to ensure high-quality data outputs.
• Recommend and implement data provisioning enhancements, including cleansing, transformation, and validation processes.
• Define data standards, detect data quality issues, and drive data cleansing initiatives.
• Optimize self-service data access to improve user experience and business intelligence capabilities.
• Ensure compliance with data governance policies and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor junior analysts, oversee team activities, and conduct quality reviews.
• Leverage AI and machine learning techniques to extract meaningful insights and improve data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Advanced Diploma or National First Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• BSc or BEng preferred.
• Certifications in Data Analysis, Data Modelling, Cloud (Azure/AWS), DevOps.
• Experience in Data Warehousing, Profiling, and Governance.
• Proficiency in Data Visualization Tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with ETL Tools (e.g., Ab Initio, ADB, ADF, SAS, ETL).
• Strong knowledge of Databases (PostgreSQL, MS SQL, IBM DB2, HBase, MongoDB).
• Programming skills in Python, R for data analysis and AI applications.
• Exposure to Cloud Data Engineering (Azure, AWS, Google).
• Experience with AI and machine learning to enhance predictive analytics and data intelligence.

The Reference Number for this position is NG60279 which is a Permanent Position in Johannesburg offering a salary of R700k up to R900k per annum negotiable based on experience. E-mail Nokuthula on nokuthulag@ e-Merge.co.za or call her for a chat on to discuss this and other opportunities.

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