Data Platform Specialist

5 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa LexisNexis Risk Solutions Full time

We are looking for a highly skilled Data Platform Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining our data analytics platform. As a key member of our team, you will contribute to the development of our cutting-edge legal search engine & analytics product.

About the Role

You will work closely with our architects to design and implement technical components, ensuring high-quality code and maintainability. Your expertise in development languages and technical stacks will be essential in delivering innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Developing and implementing technical components, collaborating with the architect to ensure high-quality code and maintainability.
  2. Contributing to the development of our cutting-edge legal search engine & analytics product as part of a SCRUM squad team.
  3. Providing direct input to project plans, schedules, and methodology, ensuring effective project delivery.
  4. Collaborating with junior team members, providing guidance and support to ensure successful project outcomes.
Requirements
  1. 5+ years of Software Engineering experience, especially in distributed data transform and load platforms.
  2. BS in Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience required.
  3. Solid experience with various resource models such as Managed Services and/or Staff Augmentation.
  4. Proficient with data manipulation language including optimization techniques, strong understanding of normalized/dimensional data modeling principles.
  5. Expertise in development languages and technical stack including but not limited to: AWS Cloud (services: Lambda, S3, Redshift, DocumentDB, event Bridge, SES, or SNS) and Python (Java is a plus).
  6. Familiar with distributed data analytics platforms such as Apache Spark or Databricks, Apache Flink, and Databases e.g. REDIS, Redshift, PostgreSQL, Graph DB, SQL, NoSQL, Apache Solr.
  7. Exceptional problem-solver with experience in leading teams including identifying, researching, and coordinating the resources necessary to effectively troubleshoot/diagnose complex project issues.


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