Data Engineer
- Takoradi or Accra or Kumasi, Ghana
- Kigali, Rwanda
Working Hours: 40 hours/week
Salary: Commensurate with qualification and experience
Job Description
AmaliTech is looking for an experienced Data Engineer to join our data team and help design, develop, and optimize data pipelines and workflows. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of data engineering concepts, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work on complex data projects that drive impactful insights. Your work will directly contribute to improving decision-making and operational efficiency across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Develop, construct, and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL processes.
- Assemble large, complex datasets that meet functional and non-functional business requirements.
- Collaborate with data architects, data scientists, and analysts to understand data requirements and optimize data workflows.
- Monitor and troubleshoot data systems using tools such as Grafana or AWS CloudWatch to ensure reliability, data quality, and availability.
- Implement data governance and security measures to protect sensitive data.
- Design and optimize data storage solutions, including data warehouses and data lakes.
- Automate and improve data processes and workflows for scalability and efficiency.
- Monitor data infrastructure for performance and reliability to address issues promptly.
- Keep abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in data engineering.
- Document data pipelines, processes, and best practices for knowledge sharing.
- Optimize database performance for efficient data retrieval and storage.
Qualification
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a Data Engineer or in a similar role.
- Proficiency with ETL tools, data integration platforms, and frameworks.
- Strong SQL skills and experience with both relational and NoSQL databases.
- Experience working with big data technologies like Apache Spark, Kafka, or Hadoop.
- Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) for data engineering.
- Proficient in programming languages, particularly Python (preferred), as well as Java or Scala.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, adept at understanding complex data needs and resolving quality issues to ensure data accuracy and reliability.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with workflow orchestration tools such as Apache Airflow or Luigi.
- Familiarity with data warehousing solutions (e.g., Redshift, Snowflake).
- Experience working in an Agile environment.
Perks
- Pension benefits
- Bonuses and end-of-year package
- Medical insurance, with dependents
- Internet data allocation for remote work
- Employee bonding activities (bi-monthly happy hour, sporting activities)
Additional Information
Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) who need further assistance and support for the application process should please reach out to our HR Team by sending an email to recruitment@amalitech.com. Should you contact our HR team, kindly provide us with information about your disability and how you would need assistance to complete our application process regarding your specific situation.
How to Apply
Qualified and interested applicants should click the APPLY NOW button, and then click on “I’m Interested” and follow the instructions to apply.
Ensure you have these documents before applying:
- Latest copy of CV (PDF format)
- Certificates
2. Online Interview(s)
3. Job offer
What to Expect
Working with AmaliTech provides an excellent opportunity for career growth and development in a healthy and diverse work environment. Our talented and welcoming team will ensure you feel part of our family to get you engaged on the job. You have the opportunity of building an international IT career and working with global IT companies.