Data Engineer Parow Jobs in South Africa

A Data Engineer is needed in Parow to develop and support data pipelines, warehouse structures, reports and dashboards for the Insights Team at Datonomy Solutions (Cape Town). The contract, senior-level role is centred on SQL Server and the established Microsoft BI stack.

About the company and the work

Datonomy Solutions is an end-to-end provider of Enterprise Information Management Services, Enterprise Software Solutions and Custom Developed Specialised Systems. Its Insights Team turns enterprise data into reliable business decisions. The Data Engineer will build and maintain SSIS data integrations, SSAS models and SSRS reports in production environments, with cloud experience welcome but strong practical experience with these technologies essential.

Role details

• Design, develop and maintain data pipelines and ETL processes using SQL Server, T-SQL and SSIS.
• Build and improve data warehouse structures, dimensional models and star schemas.
• Develop stored procedures, functions and other SQL objects to support integration and reporting.
• Develop and maintain SSAS models, SSRS reports and business dashboards.
• Monitor scheduled data loads, investigate failures and resolve production issues.
• Improve query, ETL and reporting performance.
• Implement data validation, reconciliation, audit and exception-handling controls.
• Translate business requirements into reliable data and BI solutions.
• Conduct unit, integration and regression testing before release.
• Document data flows, models, technical solutions and support procedures.
• Apply data governance, security and relevant POPIA requirements.

The advert lists this as a Contract, Senior position in Parow (Parrow), with a salary of R65,000 – R75,000 per month. The job reference is 878, posted on 26 October 2026, with an expiry of 10 days from posting as shown on CareerJunction.

Requirements

• A relevant three-year IT or related degree or diploma.
• At least five years’ hands-on experience developing data pipelines and BI solutions.
• Advanced SQL and T-SQL skills, with substantial Microsoft SQL Server experience.
• Strong practical experience with SSMS, SSIS and SSAS.
• Experience developing or supporting SSRS reports.
• Proven experience with ETL, dimensional modelling and data warehousing.
• Experience maintaining scheduled data loads and resolving production data issues.
• Hands-on dashboard development experience in Power BI, Tableau or Pyramid.
• Practical experience with data quality controls, reconciliation and testing.
• Ability to work with stakeholders and turn reporting needs into maintainable technical solutions.

Advantageous experience listed includes SQL Server Agent, JAMS or Control-M job scheduling; Git version control and Kafka streaming; retail, merchandise, customer, finance or payments data; and Azure or other cloud data tools in addition to strong SQL Server and Microsoft BI experience. Desired skills listed: Data Engineer, BI Data Engineer, Microsoft BI Developer.

Where to find and apply safely

Apply through the original CareerJunction advert linked from this page. Use the Apply button, which points to the original listing, and follow the instructions there. Do not pay anyone for this job, and do not share passwords or banking details with anyone claiming to offer the role. If a message asks for a fee, treat it as a warning sign and check the original advert again.

Practical tips

• Highlight SSIS integrations, SSAS models and SSRS reports built or maintained in production.
• Give examples of dimensional modelling, star schemas and data warehouse work.
• Show how you resolved scheduled load failures and production data issues.
• Mention Power BI, Tableau or Pyramid dashboard experience, plus any Azure, Git or Kafka work.

How the process works

After you apply through the original advert, the recruiter or employer reviews applications against the stated requirements. Shortlisted candidates are usually contacted for further discussion or assessment, while other applicants may not hear back. Keep a copy of your application and note the job reference 878 when you follow up.

Important information

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