Full Job Description
Overview
Nedbank is expanding its Data & Analytics capability and is looking for aspiring Junior Data Engineers passionate about building, maintaining, and optimising data pipelines that empower decision‑making across the bank.
Job Information
- Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
- Date Posted: 29 January 2026
- Reference Number: 143920
- Work Type: Hybrid
Job Summary
The Junior Data Engineer will support Nedbank’s enterprise data pipelines, ensuring data is accurate, reliable, and accessible for business decision-making. This role provides hands-on exposure to ETL processes, cloud data infrastructure, and data warehousing in a leading financial institution.
Key Responsibilities
- Support and maintain enterprise-grade data pipelines.
- Perform day-to-day data operations including profiling, cleaning, validation, configuration, and quality assurance.
- Assist with data ingestion, provisioning, streaming, and API-based solutions.
- Support secure and reliable data infrastructure.
- Create virtual databases and manage business data extracts.
- Collaborate with analysts on documentation, profiling, and validation tasks.
- Monitor the Data Warehouse to ensure SLA compliance.
- Manage cloud compute and storage processes.
- Run daily operational reports and batch jobs.
- Partner with business stakeholders to improve data queries and analytics processes.
Qualifications & Experience
- Matric plus Advanced Diploma or National First Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
- 1–2 years of experience in Data Engineering or a related field (internship experience acceptable).
- Experience with ETL & Pipelines (Ab Initio, SAS ETL).
- SQL Databases experience (PostgreSQL, MS SQL, IBM DB2).
- Knowledge of Cloud Data Engineering (Azure, AWS, Google).
- Data Warehousing knowledge and experience.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in fast-paced environments.
- Collaborative, proactive, and calm under pressure.
Why Join Nedbank?
- Work with innovative teams shaping the future of data.
- Build scalable, trusted, and reliable data infrastructure.
- Be part of a supportive and collaborative culture.
- Contribute to Nedbank’s data-driven strategy and initiatives.
- Grow your skills in cloud, big data, and modern analytics tools.
- Competitive remuneration, incentives, and hybrid working environment.
- Access to learning, development, and career growth opportunities.
Who Should Apply
This role is ideal for early-career data professionals, graduates, or interns with a strong interest in data engineering, analytics, and cloud-based data pipelines. Candidates who are analytical, proactive, and collaborative, with hands-on SQL, ETL, and cloud experience, will thrive in this position.
How to Apply
Click the “Apply” button on the Nedbank careers portal or the official job listing. Upload your CV, academic transcripts, and relevant certifications. The Talent Acquisition team will review your application and contact successful candidates for the next steps.