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Junior Data Engineer (PostgreSQL / PostGIS)

eHealth4everyone

NigeriaFull-timeNot specifiedDeadline: 2026-11-04

Job Details

Job Title:Junior Data Engineer (PostgreSQL / PostGIS)
Location:Nigeria
Employment Type:Full-time
Work arrangement:Not specified
Minimum Education:Bachelor / First Degree
Salary:Not specified
Application Deadline:November 4, 2026

Job Description

eHealth4everyone is a digital health organization based in Nigeria, using information technology and data-driven solutions to improve healthcare delivery across Africa.

The organization focuses on developing and applying digital health technologies that can support better healthcare services, improve access to information, and contribute to better health outcomes.

eHealth4everyone is currently recruiting a Junior Data Engineer to support its data management and engineering activities.

Role Overview

The Junior Data Engineer will support the management, processing, and transformation of data for a health information platform.

The role requires foundational knowledge of PostgreSQL, SQL, PL/pgSQL, and PostGIS. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced data and software engineers to develop and maintain data pipelines and prepare reliable datasets for reporting and data visualization.

Candidates do not need to be experts in every technology listed. Applicants with a strong foundation in SQL and PostgreSQL, practical project experience, and a willingness to develop their skills in data engineering are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the development and maintenance of data pipelines.
  • Work with PostgreSQL databases to store, organize, query, and manage data.
  • Write SQL queries for data extraction, transformation, and analysis.
  • Develop basic PL/pgSQL functions, procedures, and database logic with guidance from senior team members.
  • Assist with managing and processing geographic and spatial data using PostGIS.
  • Perform data transformation, validation, and quality checks.
  • Prepare datasets for reporting, analysis, and visualization.
  • Support data pipelines that provide information for Power BI dashboards and reports.
  • Help investigate and resolve database and data pipeline issues.
  • Document database queries, data processes, and pipeline configurations.
  • Work with software and data engineers to bring together information from different sources.
  • Help maintain data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across systems.
  • Participate in testing and improving database queries and data processing workflows.

    • Requirements

  • Basic to intermediate knowledge of SQL.
  • Practical experience using PostgreSQL.
  • Some experience working with PostGIS and spatial or geographic data.
  • Understanding of relational database concepts and basic data modelling.
  • Basic exposure to PL/pgSQL.
  • Understanding of data pipelines and ETL or ELT processes.
  • Familiarity with data cleaning and validation techniques.
  • Basic understanding of APIs and data integration.
  • Familiarity with Git or another version control system.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Willingness to learn new data technologies and work with an existing data platform.

    • Other Requirements

    Desirable Skills

    The following skills are beneficial but are not mandatory:

    • Experience creating PL/pgSQL functions, procedures, or triggers.
    • Experience developing data pipelines that support Power BI.
    • Familiarity with Power BI or other business intelligence platforms.
    • Experience using Python for data processing or automation.
    • Exposure to Apache Airflow, Azure Data Factory, Apache NiFi, or similar data pipeline and orchestration tools.
    • Experience working with APIs, JSON, and other structured data formats.
    • Experience working with healthcare, research, or other large datasets.

    Relevant experience may include:

    • Academic data engineering or database projects.
    • Internships.
    • Personal projects.
    • Practical PostgreSQL projects.
    • Database administration or development experience.
    • Entry-level data engineering work.

    Applicants should have some hands-on experience with PostgreSQL, even if they are still developing their knowledge of PL/pgSQL, PostGIS, and data pipeline development.

    The key requirements are a solid foundation in SQL and PostgreSQL, some exposure to the technologies listed in the vacancy, and the ability to learn and work effectively alongside experienced data engineers.

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