Jobs at Monocle

Monocle offers:

• Unparalleled growth and exposure - Monocle is uniquely positioned in the market to undertake projects across a wide spectrum of critical and exciting areas of the financial services industry. Our consultants deliver mission critical projects at the most prestigious banks and insurers in Johannesburg, Cape Town, London and Amsterdam.
• Unlimited training and development - Investment in our peoples development is at the heart of Monocles company ethos. That is why we prioritise the upskilling of every employee.
• Unique and vibrant company culture - At Monocle, we believe friends work better together than colleagues. We love nothing more than partaking in a wide variety of activities through our company sponsored clubs.
• Ultra-competitive compensation - At Monocle, we want the best talent to join our team, so we understand that those individuals need to be recognised and rewarded for their true value.

Monocle is looking for an experienced professional to join our team as a Consultant. As a Consultant at Monocle your main tasks and responsibilities will include:

• Solving complex industry specific problems.
• Conducting business analysis and documenting requirements.
• Performing data analysis and data mining on large datasets.
• Documenting functional and technical requirements for large system
  implementations.
• Designing and implementing management reports and dashboards.
• Writing, reading and analysing various computer programming languages.
• Compiling reports and presentations.
• Engaging with senior stakeholders and clients.
• Continuously developing business knowledge and technical skills in the areas in which Monocle provides consulting services.

The successful candidate must:

• Hold a degree, with strong preference for a post graduate qualification.
• Have two years or more relevant experience in the financial services industry.
• Have subject matter knowledge in banking and/or insurance.

Additionally, the following would be advantageous:

• Relevant consulting experience to banks and insurers.
• Good technical skills, including experience with tools such as SQL, SAS, Python and Business Intelligence applications.
• A professional qualification in finance and risk management, such as CFA and/or FRM.

The ideal Monocle Consultant also:

• Has an enquiring mind and is eager to learn and improve their professional skillset.
• Is able to work in a dynamic environment where one day never looks like another.
• Is enthusiastic in their approach to their work.
• Regards themselves as a high performer.
• Is an excellent communicator with exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Works well under pressure to meet client objectives.
• Is sociable and enjoys interacting with others, both at work and at social events.
• Works well independently and in a team.
• Shares Monocles values

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Monocle offers:

• Unparalleled growth and exposure Monocle is uniquely positioned in the market to undertake projects across a wide spectrum of critical and exciting areas of the financial services industry. Our managers deliver mission critical projects at the most prestigious banks and insurers in Johannesburg, Cape Town, London and Amsterdam.
• Unlimited training and development Investment in our peoples development is at the heart of Monocles company ethos. That is why we prioritise the upskilling of every employee.
• Unique and vibrant company culture At Monocle, we believe friends work better together than colleagues. We love nothing more than partaking in a wide variety of activities through our company sponsored clubs.
• Ultra-competitive compensation At Monocle, we want the best talent to join our team, so we understand that those individuals need to be recognised and rewarded for their true value.

Monocle is looking for an experienced professional to join our team as a management consultant at Manager level. As a Manager at Monocle your main tasks and responsibilities will include:

• Taking on a senior role on Monocles consulting engagements with our clients
• Taking responsibility for the successful delivery of projects
• Solving complex industry specific problems
• Mentoring analysts and consultants, including providing career guidance and support
• Identifying opportunities to grow with existing and new clients
• Supporting colleagues in project delivery
• Conducting business and data analysis
• Designing and implementing management reports and dashboards
• Writing, reading and analysing various computer programming languages
• Continuously developing business knowledge and technical skills in the areas in which Monocle provides consulting services

The successful candidate must:

• Hold a degree, with strong preference for a post graduate qualification.
• Have five years or more relevant experience in the financial services industry.
• Have subject matter knowledge in banking and/or insurance.
• Have demonstrable experience in successful project delivery or completing tasks.
• Have a proven track record in leading large team.

In addition, the following would be advantageous:

• Relevant consulting experience to banks and insurers.
• Good technical skills, including experience with tools such as SQL, SAS, Python and Business Intelligence applications.
• A professional qualification in finance and risk management, such as CFA and/or FRM.

The ideal Monocle Manager also:

• Is able to work in a dynamic environment where one day never looks like another.
• Is enthusiastic in their approach to their work.
• Has a hands-on approach and is not afraid to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in.
• Regards themselves as a high performer and thought leader.
• Is an excellent communicator with exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Works well under pressure to meet client objectives.
• Has experience in system design and implementation in a change environment.
• Is experienced in client relationship management.
• Is experienced in new business generation and writing proposals.
• Is sociable and enjoys interacting with others, both at work and at social events.
• Works well independently and in a team.
• Shares Monocles values.

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Monocle offers:

• Unparalleled growth and exposure - Monocle is uniquely positioned in the market to undertake projects across a wide spectrum of critical and exciting areas of the financial services industry. Our consultants deliver mission critical projects at the most prestigious banks and insurers in Johannesburg, Cape Town, London and Amsterdam.
• Unlimited training and development - Investment in our peoples development is at the heart of Monocles company ethos. That is why we prioritise the upskilling of every employee.
• Unique and vibrant company culture - At Monocle, we believe friends work better together than colleagues. We love nothing more than partaking in a wide variety of activities through our company sponsored clubs.
• Ultra-competitive compensation - At Monocle, we want the best talent to join our team, so we understand that those individuals need to be recognised and rewarded for their true value.

We are looking for a passionate Software Engineer to join our team. Our Software Engineer role offers the opportunity to collaborate on innovative projects, design robust software solutions, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge applications. 

The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in software development, a passion for problem solving, and a keen eye for detail. You will be responsible for the following duties, but not limited to:

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software applications and systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure software quality.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry best practices.
• Contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.
• Optimize application performance and scalability.

The successful candidate must have comprehensive experience in the above, and must also meet the following requirements:

• Holds a Bachelors degree from an accredited university.
• Strong foundation in software engineering: Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, C#, or similar. While a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is a plus, your ability to demonstrate expertise matters most.
• Deep understanding of software engineering principles: Experience with software design patterns and architectural principles with the ability to write clean, maintainable, and efficient code. 
• DevOps fluency: Experience in CI/CD tools to streamline software development and delivery.
• Database Management: Experience working with relational databases like AWS RDS, MS SQL Azure SQL DB or Postgres.
• Experience with Cloud Services: Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Expose to Full Stack development: Experience with front-end and back-end development is a plus.
• Experience with Software Development Methodologies: Understanding of software development methodologies like Agile, Scrum & Waterfall.
• Communication and collaboration: Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills are key. The ability to present complex technical concepts in a clear and concise way.
• Cloud Certification (a plus): While not mandatory, possessing a relevant Cloud certification demonstrates your commitment to professional development and validates your understanding of Cloud services and best practices.

The following would also be advantageous:

• Relevant consulting experience to banks and insurers.
• A strong desire to learn and upskill business knowledge

The ideal Monocle Software Engineer also:

• Has an enquiring mind and is eager to learn and improve their professional skillset.
• Is able to work in a dynamic environment where one day never looks like another.
• Is enthusiastic in their approach to their work.
• Regards themselves as a high performer.
• Is an excellent communicator with exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Works well under pressure to meet client objectives.
• Is sociable and enjoys interacting with others, both at work and at social events.
• Works well independently and in a team.
• Shares Monocles values.

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Monocle offers:

• Unparalleled growth and exposure - Monocle is uniquely positioned in the market to undertake projects across a wide spectrum of critical and exciting areas of the financial services industry. Our consultants deliver mission critical projects at the most prestigious banks and insurers in Johannesburg, Cape Town, London and Amsterdam.
• Unlimited training and development - Investment in our peoples development is at the heart of Monocles company ethos. That is why we prioritise the upskilling of every employee.
• Unique and vibrant company culture - At Monocle, we believe friends work better together than colleagues. We love nothing more than partaking in a wide variety of activities through our company sponsored clubs.
• Ultra-competitive compensation - At Monocle, we want the best talent to join our team, so we understand that those individuals need to be recognised and rewarded for their true value.

Monocle is looking for an experienced professional to join our team as a Data Engineer at a consultant or manager level. Our Data Engineer role offers the chance to collaborate with clients and design secure, scalable, and budget-friendly solutions leveraging the power of on-premises Technologies and Cloud (Azure | AWS). To be successful, you'll need a blend of Cloud knowledge, data engineering experience, and a knack for clear communication and creative problem-solving.

You will be responsible for the following duties, but not limited to:

• Design and implement scalable data pipelines using Cloud services such as Glue, Redshift, S3, Lambda, EMR, Athena, Microsoft Fabric & Databricks.
• Develop and maintain ETL processes to transform and integrate data from various sources.
• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver high-quality data solutions.
• Optimise and tune performance of data pipelines and queries.
• Ensure data quality and integrity through robust testing and validation processes.
• Implement data security and compliance best practices.
• Monitor and troubleshoot data pipeline issues and ensure timely resolution.
• Stay updated with the latest developments in Data Engineering technologies and best practices.

The successful candidate must have comprehensive experience in the above, and must also meet the following requirements:

• Holds a Bachelors degree from an accredited university.
• Industry experience: A minimum of two years of hands-on experience is required. Prior experience in the financial services industry would be beneficial but not mandatory.
• Strong foundation in data engineering: We value hands-on experience and proven skills in building and managing data solutions using on-premises technologies or Cloud. While a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is a plus, your ability to demonstrate expertise matters most.
• Experience with core Cloud Data Services: Familiarity with Glue, Redshift, S3, Lambda, EMR, Athena, Microsoft Fabric or Databricks
• Experience with Big Data technologies: Knowledge of big data technologies such as Apache Spark, Hadoop, or Kafka.
• Scripting & Programming proficiency: Programming skills in Python, Pandas & SQL
• Database Management: Experience working with relational databases like AWS RDS, MS SQL, Azure SQL DB or Postgres.
• Solid Data Engineering background: Knowledge and experience of data modelling, ETL processes, and data warehousing.
• Infrastructure as code (IaC) proficiency: Experience with tools like AWS CloudFormation, Terraform or Azure ARM/Bicep for automating infrastructure provisioning and deployments is crucial.
• DevOps fluency: We seek a candidate with experience in CI/CD tools to streamline software development and delivery.
• Communication and collaboration: Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills are key. The ability to present complex technical concepts in a clear and concise way.
• Cloud Certification (a plus): While not mandatory, possessing a relevant Cloud certification demonstrates your commitment to professional development and validates your understanding of Cloud services and best practices.

The following would also be advantageous:

• Relevant consulting experience to banks and insurers.
• A strong desire to learn and upskill business knowledge

The ideal Monocle Data Engineer also:

• Has an enquiring mind and is eager to learn and improve their professional skillset.
• Is able to work in a dynamic environment where one day never looks like another.
• Is enthusiastic in their approach to their work.
• Regards themselves as a high performer.
• Is an excellent communicator with exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Works well under pressure to meet client objectives.
• Is sociable and enjoys interacting with others, both at work and at social events.
• Works well independently and in a team.
• Shares Monocles values