Izak Joubert Email & Phone Number

Margate, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa

In my role as a Data Engineer at PBT Group, I specialize in using a wide range of technologies to provide remote technical support and develop innovative data integration solutions for diverse clients. Key responsibilities include:• Providing tech support across platforms like Oracle, IBM Netezza, MS SQL Server, AWS Redshift, and Azure Synapse.• Developing Oracle APEX interfaces and automating ETL with Oracle ODI.• Managing remote upgrades, including IBM Datastage for Mauritius Central Bank.• Contributing to key projects like FNB's Netezza to AWS Redshift migration and custom algorithms for AkzoNobel.• Acting as Senior PL/SQL developer and collaborating on AWS projects for clients.My role at PBT Group focuses on driving data-driven solutions and ensuring seamless integration across platforms, ultimately contributing to the success of our clients' projects.

Pretoria

As an ETL Developer and Analyst at the South African Reserve Bank, I spearheaded critical data initiatives, leveraging technologies such as Oracle 12C, Oracle ODI, MS SQL Server, MS Power BI, and SQL Developer. My key responsibilities included:• Analyzing existing MS Excel Report Macros and Financial Markets MS SQL Server DB.• Developing business glossaries, data dictionaries, and data lineage documents.• Designing conceptual models and creating data lineage diagrams.• Crafting ETL solutions and executing SQL Server to Oracle Data mart migrations.• Leading technical teams and ensuring code consistency.• Collaborating with Financial Business Analysts on data mapping.• Aligning future ETL strategies with the SARB BI Environment.• Proactively scoping hardware requirements for scalability.My tenure at SARB was marked by a commitment to data integrity, process efficiency, and strategic alignment, driving impactful outcomes within a dynamic financial environment.

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

As a Data Engineer at Praesignis, I contributed to Standard Bank's Data Services EIW features team, transformed user specifications into practical data solutions using Datastage and Teradata, and mentored Junior ETL Developers while ensuring Quality Assurance of new code development.

Pretoria Area, South Africa

As a Senior ETL Developer, I led data migration projects and maintained the Master Data Management (MDM) solution. • Designing optimized ETL solutions for migrating Customer, Product, and Financial data.• Developed migration designs within project guidelines.• Maintained the current Master Data Management (MDM) solution built by the team.• Provided support for Datastage and IIS.• Consulted on ETL issues and solutions, as well as End-to-End (ETE) solutions.• Provided consulting services for other Telkom projects requiring bulk data loading.• Conducted formal and on-site Datastage training.

Pretoria

As an ETL Line Manager at Kwezi Software Solutions, I oversaw the ETL resource team, primarily focusing on Telkom projects. • Led the Kwezi ETL resource team working on various Telkom projects.• Designed optimum solutions based on customer input and available resources.• Served as the ETL architecture representative.• Consulted on ETL issues and solutions, including End-to-End (ETE) solutions.• Assisted and liaised with Telkom ETL resources on the MDM project.• Conducted formal and on-site Datastage training.

As a Data Integration Expert at Vodacom, I played a pivotal role in optimizing and maintaining production environments while spearheading new project developments. • Maintained the current Huawei 2G and 3G production environments.• Optimized and rewrote Legacy Datastage jobs to improve efficiency.• Developed new projects using Datastage 7.5.• Designed new ETL projects for the Network information system.• Liaised with Data-warehouse Database Administrators (DBAs) for seamless integration.

As a Senior BI Consultant and ETL Architect at Sybase, I specialized in providing expert guidance in Data warehouse design, developing ETL stages using IBM Information Server and Microsoft SSIS, leading projects like Teba Bank SA to build Operational Data Stores (ODS) and Data Warehouses, and continuously optimizing Data Warehouse solutions while facilitating training in DataStage and InfoSphere Administration courses.Achievements included being part of the first DataStage 8 deployment project in South Africa, completing the Teba bank project on time with an ODS and Data Warehouse fed from 20+ source systems, and being elected as part of the "Techie Club" (Top 10 technical consultants) at Sybase South Africa for 2007/2008.

As a Consultant, BI Developer, and Back-End Support , I managed the Data Warehouse for Nampak Corrugator, developing database designs, coding stored procedures and triggers, and optimizing reporting by creating views on SQL Server. Additionally, I implemented Triggers to optimize change captures, developed load scripts using stored procedures, conducted ETL activities, and maintained Data Analytical models in QlikView while overseeing ERP software administration, support, deployments, and upgrades.

As a SQL Developer, I led a team in automating month-end volume extractions, consolidated systems into a unified financial system, redesigned databases for optimization, developed scripts for financial volume extraction, and created SQL Server 2000 DTS packages. Additionally, I conducted database administration, implemented data archiving strategies, and served as a technical specialist on the Jade server. Notable achievements include being recognized as one of the top 3 teams for the 2nd Quarter at Nedcor in 2003 and streamlining the month-end bill split process, reducing processing time from 2-4 days to 4 hours.

As a Systems Analyst Programmer, I led a team in re-writing the university's administration systems, performed Database Administration (DBA) work, conducted back-end maintenance, and administered Select enterprise software for modeling purposes.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Psychology And Labour Relations

Microsoft Certified Professional (Mcp)

National Senior Certificate