Data Architecture Lead

1 week ago


Cape Town, South Africa The Rank Group Full time

**Company Description**

Ready to make a **MASSIVE** **impact on Rank Group's biggest project ever?

As our **Data Architecture Lead**, you'll be the **mastermind behind Rank's central data platform integration**, delivering **robust & reliable data, always** (batch or real-time).

**This is YOUR chance to**:

- Lead the charge in transforming complex business needs into powerful data solutions.
- Shape the future of data use at Rank, early and decisively.
- Build the Delta Lake, unlocking actionable insights from all brands.
- Work with bleeding-edge tech: Data Lakehouse (Databricks), RDBMS, NoSQL, Cache & In-memory stores.
- Embrace agility: deliver value in iterative sprints with DevOps methodology.
- Fuel data-driven decisions across the entire organization.

**Qualifications** Do you have what it takes?**
- 5+ years of data modelling & delivery expertise.
- Deep understanding of data architecture best practices & supporting technologies.
- Real-time data experience (Databricks a plus).
- Agile/DevOps mindset for rapid value delivery.
- Python, Spark, Scala, R, Delta Lake, Databricks fluency.

**Bonus points for**:

- Cross-cloud integration & data flow knowledge.
- A passion for innovation and tackling big challenges.

**Additional Information**

Join us to unlock benefits and opportunities that will boost your career journey in a vibrant, inclusive and fulfilling work environment - so you can #BeYourself

We’ll also invest in your growth by providing development opportunities, leadership training and cutting-edge industry certifications so you have the tools and resources to help you work, win and grow with us.

Immerse yourself in new cultures and gain international exposure through our global business. Collaborate with colleagues from around the globe.

From pensions to bonus schemes, and private medical insurance to life insurance - we've got you covered.
- _Our benefits vary by brand and/or location. Please have a chat with your local Talent Acquisition specialist to find out what’s in place in your location._

We aim to do this by facilitating fair and equal access to our services. If you require a reasonable adjustment to be made, please reach out to let us know ahead of your interview.



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