ICT Officer II (Data Scientist) Job Opportunity at TCRA – 3 Posts

ICT Officer II (Data Scientist) at TCRA – 3 Posts

TCRA – Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA)

Dar es Salaam, Dodoma

POST:ICT OFFICER II (DATA SCIENTIST) – 3 POST
EMPLOYER: Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA)
APPLICATION TIMELINE: 2024-06-07 2024-06-20

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;

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;

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

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