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5years

Job Location drjobs

Johannesburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary drjobs

1 - 1

Vacancy

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Job Description

Work Authorization:
Preference for South African citizens or residents. Applicants with valid work permits will also be considered.

About the IT Hub

This IT Hub provides global IT solutions focusing on innovation and comprehensive support for platforms such as SAP JAVA Azure and Cloud services. As an internal partner the team collaborates closely with stakeholders across the organization ensuring deep compliance and methodology alignment. The Hub has a strong track record in successfully delivering global IT projects.



Requirements

Essential Skills Requirements

Programming: Proficient in Python clean and reusable coding practices

AWS Lambda: Serverless app development testing and deployment

Version Control: Git experience (e.g. GitHub)

Testing: Use of frameworks like pytest; automated testing pipelines

APIs: RESTful API development usage and management tools like Apigee

Cloud Platforms: AWS deployment familiarity

Tools: Visual Studio Code GitHub Desktop PyCharm Jupyter Notebook


Advantageous Skills

Advanced SQL skills

Understanding of Large Language Models (e.g. GPT-4) and their integration

Experience with SAP Analytics including SAP Datasphere

Infrastructure management using Terraform

Generative AI experience

Training and coaching skills

Strong problem-solving and presentation skills


Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor s degree in computer science Software Engineering or related field

3 5 years of experience with Python

Background in software development and AI solutions



Benefits

Key Responsibilities

1. Data Analytics & Modelling

Design data mining protocols and statistical models

Analyze large datasets across business functions

Stay current with data science advancements

2. Machine Learning & AI Integration

Develop ML/AI solutions to solve business problems

Architect prompt engineering strategies for AI models

Align AI output with organizational goals

3. AI-Powered Content Generation

Create and refine AI-generated prompts

Improve model performance through ML techniques

Work with LLMs and RAG pipelines


4. AI System Integration & Deployment

Integrate AI into existing systems

Develop scalable secure deployment strategies

Collaborate with IT teams for system implementation


5. Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

  • Guide teams in data-driven decision-making
  • Translate business needs into AI-driven solutions

Benefits

Access to global IT systems and tools

1960 flexible working hours annually

High work-life balance

Remote and on-site work options

Competitive employee vehicle promotions

Modern offices and global collaboration

Agile methodology application



Educational Qualifications: Bachelor s degree in business, Analytics, IT, or a related field. Professional Experience: 5+ years of experience in analytics, business-IT liaison roles, or a similar field. Proven experience in data management, data governance, and project management. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Business Intelligence (BI) tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, QlikView). Strong knowledge of data processes, data modeling, and predictive analytics. Expertise in data governance and ensuring data quality standards. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and IT infrastructure for hosting and managing data environments. Financial Management: Experience managing Capex and Opex for analytics projects. Strong skills in reviewing vendor proposals, managing cost-effective solutions, and assessing quotes. Project Management: Strong organizational skills with the ability to oversee analytics projects from demand management through to delivery. Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall). Business & Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to engage with senior stakeholders, such as Managing Directors and Functional Directors, to drive analytics initiatives. Experience in stakeholder engagement and managing cross-functional teams to align analytics with business objectives. Data Literacy & Adoption: Ability to drive data literacy programs and advocate for the adoption of data assets across business. Experience in identifying competency gaps and organizing relevant training or learning sessions. Governance & Compliance: Strong understanding of data governance policies and practices. Ability to conduct access reviews, manage data access permissions, and ensure compliance with organizational policies and external regulations. Cross-Cultural Communication: Ability to work across diverse geographies and cultures, particularly in African markets. Understanding of the African business landscape, local market dynamics, and regulatory environments is a significant advantage. Soft Skills: Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities. Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) to simplify complex data concepts for non-technical stakeholders. Attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving data integrity issues. Leadership and collaboration skills with the ability to lead teams, foster relationships, and engage effectively with both technical and business leaders.

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