Senior Analytics Engineer

At Mukuru, data isn’t just numbers it’s how we unlock smarter decisions, better experiences, and greater financial access across Africa. As a Senior BI Analytics Engineer, you’ll play a key role in transforming complex data into trusted, scalable insights that power the business.

Why this role matters

You’ll sit at the intersection of data, technology, and business turning raw, fast-moving data into reliable, high-impact data products. Your work will directly influence decision making across a growing fintech platform serving millions.

What you’ll do

Build the foundation of insight

• Design and develop scalable data models (facts, dimensions, data marts) in Snowflake
• Translate business needs into clean, reusable, and trusted data assets
• Build and optimise ELT pipelines using SQL and modern tooling

Drive quality and performance

• Implement data quality checks, governance, and validation processes
• Continuously improve model performance, structure, and usability
• Ensure data is accurate, reliable, and ready for decision-making

Collaborate and influence

• Work closely with Data Engineers, Analysts, and Data Scientists
• Partner with stakeholders to turn requirements into impactful solutions
• Contribute to Agile delivery, sprint planning, and peer reviews

Shape the data ecosystem

• Collaborate with architects on data modelling standards and architecture
• Contribute to evolving best practices, tools, and frameworks
• Mentor junior team members and support a culture of learning and excellence

What you bring

• 5+ years’ experience in Analytics Engineering / BI Development
• Advanced SQL skills with strong experience in data transformations
• Solid expertise in dimensional modelling (Kimball, star/snowflake schemas)
• Experience with Snowflake, Matillion (or similar), and ELT pipelines
• Understanding of data quality, governance, and testing principles
• Experience working in cross-functional, Agile teams

Our tech stack

• Snowflake (Cloud Data Warehouse)
• Matillion (ETL orchestration)
• Git + Liquibase (Version control & CI/CD)
• SQL (Primary language)

Nice to have

• Python for data automation
• Exposure to Power BI or similar BI tools
• Experience with data testing frameworks and observability tools
• Background in fintech, consulting, or high-growth environments

I am sure you are reading this job description and meet majority of the criteria BUT you may also still not be 100% comfortable in applying. We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want YOU to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent. So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet majority of our requirements. Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited” Maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need!! Should you be appointed in a remote/work from home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a ‘work-like’ environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers. If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. NB: ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY’S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS