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Gig Engineer

Gig Engineer provides fast access to a global pool of engineers for on-demand project work. It is an AI-driven project delivery platform designed for engineering work, connecting full-time,…

AdaptabilityBusiness agilityEngineeringExpertiseFreelancingGig workHybrid workProjectsStrategyTechnologygigengineer.io

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Senior Data Architect (6-month-contract, with potential for extension)

On-SiteJohannesburg Metropolitan Area, ZA

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Gig Engineer is seeking an experienced Senior Data Architect for its client.

Contract Details

Duration: 6 months (with potential for extension)

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng (Hybrid)

Position Summary

The Senior Data Architect role for the PPB Data Architecture team. This role is critical to maintaining momentum across AWS migration, Lakehouse build, and the U-Count re-platform program, while also chairing the Data Design Forum.

Key Responsibilities

Architectural Leadership

Lead AWS-native architecture design and implementation.
Drive Lakehouse architecture and integration planning.
Oversee technical enablement for PPB Data Platform MVP delivery.

Governance & Collaboration

Chair the Data Design Forum to ensure architectural alignment, data quality, and solution integrity.
Resolve design conflicts and facilitate cross-functional collaboration between engineering and architecture teams.

Strategic Program Support

Provide architectural oversight for the U-Count re-platform initiative, including data sourcing and integration.
Support modernisation efforts across PPB platforms and ensure alignment with business outcomes.

Documentation & Process

Maintain high-level process flows and technical documentation for tiering, accruals, and data processing.
Contribute to job design and evaluation processes in line with the Job Evaluation Policy.

Required Skills & Experience

AWS Solution Architecture certification and hands-on experience.
Proven expertise in Lakehouse architecture and data platform modernisation.
Experience in loyalty platform design and integration (e.g., U-Count).
Strong leadership in governance forums and cross-functional alignment.
Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF).

Preferred Attributes

Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to mentor and guide junior architects and engineers.

Application Process

Interested candidates can apply directly to the job ad or by submitting their CV and a summary of relevant experience with the role title in the subject line to tavonga@gigengineer.io.

Depending on the response, we may not be able to respond individually to all applicants; therefore, if you have not received a response within four weeks of your submission date, please consider your application unsuccessful.