Head – Data Management and Engineering

1 week ago

Johannesburg, South Africa MSP Staffing (PTY) LTD Full time

Seeking an experienced Head of Data Management and Engineering to lead the design and implementation of our client’s enterprise-wide data strategy. This senior leadership role drives data quality, governance, and engineering excellence to enable data-driven innovation across the group. Key Responsibilities Define and implement data management and engineering strategies aligned to the DAMA framework. Oversee data collection, storage, governance, and integration across multiple systems. Lead teams delivering scalable, secure, and reusable data solutions (Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, Hive, etc.). Partner with Group IT, Data Science, and divisional leaders to operationalise analytics and machine learning. Drive data maturity, stakeholder collaboration, and continuous improvement. Manage budgets, resources, and performance within the Data Management and Engineering functions. Key Requirements Honours/Master’s/PhD in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field. 8+ years’ experience in Data Engineering and Management leadership. Proven experience with distributed data systems (Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, etc.) and SQL. Strong background in Data Governance, Architecture, and Cloud environments. Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and strategic problem-solving skills. Contact Information Email your CV to and quote the reference number in your subject line. You can also contact the IT team on XXX-XXXX or visit NOTE: When replying to the advert, please include the reference number in the subject line. Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful. MSP Staffing is a Specialist Recruitment Agency that focuseson the Engineering & Construction, Mining, Finance, Trade & Technical,Supply Chain, Information Technology and Medical and Pharmaceutical sectors. MSP Staffing is dedicated to connecting top talent with opportunities both locally and abroad. With this in mind, our team of seasoned professionals bring a wealth of industry knowledge and a global perspective to the table. We have a deep understanding of the dynamic employment landscape and a proven track record of matching top-tier professionals with prestigious companies. Whether you're a talented individual seeking the perfect role or a forward-thinking organization in need of exceptional talent, MSP Staffing have the expertise to make it happen #J-18808-Ljbffr

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