Data Architect
Stellenbosch, Western Cape, ZA
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We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry. To be part of the journey, follow the steps below:
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2. Once you have completed the above finalize your application by clicking apply below.
Join Us in Becoming the Best Bank in the World!!
We appoint energized and motivated people for their potentialâŻandâŻcontinuously look forâŻtalented, driven individualsâŻtoâŻhelp usâŻinnovate and evolve.âŻThat is why we focus on finding the right people for the right jobs. We love what we do because we focus on making a positive difference for our clients and employees. Our company DNA is built around talented and committed teams dedicated to build a brand that we are proud of and earns the trust of our clients.Â
Who We Are
We are a bank, but weâre much more than that.âŻWe believe that banking is about enabling peopleâŻto control their financial lives through banking that is simplified, accessible, affordable, and delivered through a personal experience. By helping our clients manage their financial lives better, we enable them to live better
Why choose Us
At Capitec, we offer our best by living up to our CEO values in every situation â we always put theâŻClient first, act withâŻEnergy andâŻtakeâŻOwnership.âŻAnd to support people in being their best,âŻour Employee Value PropositionâŻoffersâŻevery value to all team members through cohesive teams, growth opportunities as well asâŻemployee benefitsâŻand savings. We make it a priority toâŻensure that each member of the Capitec team feels welcome, valued, focused, and has the opportunity to grow.âŻÂ
About the role
Are you a data visionary who thrives on turning complexity into clarity? At Capitec Bank, weâre building the bank of the future â reimagining how we harness data at scale to drive smarter decisions, AI innovation, and exceptional client experiences within our sales channels, the heartbeat of our retail business.As a Data Architect within our Channels Data and Analytics team, you will play a key role in designing and shaping the data infrastructure that empowers our sales channels to self-serve and move faster â all while ensuring solutions remain lean, scalable, and trusted.Weâre looking for someone with a strong background in data warehousing and a solid understanding of domain-driven design principles, capable of architecting robust, future-proof data ecosystems that align with both immediate business priorities and long-term strategic growth.If youâre passionate about cutting through complexity to build elegant, scalable data architectures that fuel data-driven innovation in our most vital retail channels, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact and help simplify banking for millions.
Education (Minimum)
- Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology - Computer Science
Education (Ideal or Preferred)
- Bachelor's Degree in AWS Architecture
Minimum Requirements
⢠  A bachelorâs in computer science, Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.Â
⢠  A minimum of 5 yearsâ proven experience in data analysis, data modeling, data engineering, and data management.Â
⢠  At least 2 years of hands-on experience with AWS Cloud servicesÂ
⢠  Databases: Redshift, Aurora, SQL Server, DynamoDBÂ
⢠  Exposure to or experience in front-end engineering.Â
⢠  Exposure to or experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Data Engineering, or Business Intelligence (BI).Â
Knowledge:Â
⢠  Data Management and Data Modelling Platforms (Collibra and ERStudio or equivalent).
Ideal:Â
⢠  Banking Knowledge, (business environment, products and services and regulatory landscape)Â
⢠  TOGAFÂ
⢠  Agile MethodologyÂ
Ideal SkillsÂ
⢠  Analytical SkillsÂ
⢠  Attention to DetailÂ
⢠  Communications SkillsÂ
⢠  Decision making skillsÂ
⢠  Planning, organising and coordination skillsÂ
⢠  Problem solving skillsÂ
Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Communications Skills
- Decision making skills
- Planning, organising and coordination skills
- Problem solving skills
Additional Information
- Clear criminal and credit record
Capitec is committed to diversity, applications to this position will strictly be considered in support of our employment equity goals.
* Salary range is an estimate based on our AI, ML, Data Science Salary Index đ°
Tags: Agile Architecture AWS Banking Business Intelligence Computer Science Data analysis Data management Data Warehousing DynamoDB Engineering Machine Learning Mathematics Physics Redshift SQL TOGAF
Perks/benefits: Career development Equity / stock options
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