POST ICT OFFICER II (DATA SCIENTIST) – 3 POST
EMPLOYER Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA)
APPLICATION TIMELINE: 2024-06-07 2024-06-20
JOB SUMMARY N/A
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i.To design, implement and manage big data collection and pre-processing
of structured and unstructured data from various sources, such as
databases, APIs, streaming platforms, and files;
Recommended:
ii.To analyse and handle large volumes of data and utilize frameworks like Apache Hadoop and Apache Spark to distribute data processing tasks across multiple nodes;
iii.Designing and maintaining robust Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) pipelines to ensure smooth data flow and integration from various sources;
iv.To optimize data processing pipelines for performance and cost-effectiveness, utilizing technologies such as Hadoop, Spark and other Open Source technologies;
v.To integrate disparate datasets from different sources, formats and schemas, maintaining data lineage and metadata management;
vi.Apply the use of appropriate Machine Learning algorithms and models for extraction of useful information from large datasets to identify patterns, trends and relationships;
vii.To collaborate with cross-functional teams including data analysts, and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and ensure data accessibility and usability;
viii.To design and implement scalable data architectures and storage solutions to accommodate the volume, variety, and velocity of big data, leveraging technologies such as HDFS and OLAP (Online Analytical Processing) databases;
ix.To define data partitioning, indexing, and compression strategies to optimize storage efficiency and query performance;
x.To establish and enforce data governance policies, standards, and best practices to ensure data privacy, security, and compliance with Laws and regulations;
xi.To implement access controls, encryption, and auditing mechanisms to protect sensitive data and mitigate risks of data breaches or unauthorized access;
xii.To monitor data pipelines and systems for performance, availability, and reliability, proactively identifying and resolving issues to minimize downtime and data loss;
xiii.To conduct regular maintenance tasks such as data backups, system upgrades, and capacity planning to ensure the stability and scalability of the infrastructure;
xiv.To assist in developing and update technical documentation;
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xv.To perform other related duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Holder of Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following fields: Computer
Science, Electronic Science, Computer Engineering, Information
Technology, Information Systems, Data Science or equivalent
qualifications from recognized institution
REMUNERATION TCRAS 6
