Data Scientist- Power BI

1 week ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Eqplus Full time
We're hiring a Data Scientist with expert-level PowerBI experience. This role is within the financial services industry and our client seeks to employ a Data Science professional on a contract basis.

Initial contract duration: 6-months.
Location: Johannesburg.
Environment: Hybrid working environment.
 
This role is ideally for a senior practitioner who can hit the ground running. The successful contractor will be required to deliver high-quality analytics and reporting at speed, and build advanced visualisation tools for Key stakeholders (executive and higher level) of our Client.
 
As a senior resource, the contractor will report to the divisional head and will have a pivotal role in elevating reporting, analytics, and visualisation capability. In addition to advanced PowerBI specialist, requirements include:  Strong technical depth, creative design ability, and the maturity to work independently while collaborating across business units. This role requires speed, accuracy, strong problem-solving skills and a deep understanding of modern data flows, particularly within financial services.
 
Qualification requirements
  • A Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, Business Intelligence, etc.
Experience required
  • Advanced PowerBI development experience is required (5–10+ years)
  • Experience delivering high-quality dashboard design, reporting systems, and data modelling
  • PowerBI expert-level proficiency
  • Strong understanding of ETL/data flows and automation tools
  • Ability to translate complex data into visually compelling outputs
  • Strong project management and multitasking skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
  • High attention to detail with strong analytical problem-solving
  • A strong portfolio demonstrating past work
 
Advantageous
  • Alteryx, AWS Glue, etc.
  • Python, R, SQL, etc.
  • AI features in PowerBI, machine learning or predictive modelling, etc.
  • Financial services and customer analytics

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