PBC-DE · Professional
Data Engineer — Professional
Architect production data pipelines. Spark, Airflow, warehousing, streaming.
Duration
80h self-paced
Exam
65 Qs · 130min
Pass mark
75%
What you'll learn
Production-grade ETL/ELT, distributed processing with Spark, orchestration with Airflow, data warehousing (Snowflake / BigQuery / Redshift), streaming with Kafka, and data quality. Peer-reviewed capstone: design and partially build a real pipeline.
Course modules
- 01~960min
Foundations
Core concepts and vocabulary you'll use throughout the track.
- 02~1440min
Practical skills
Hands-on practice with the core tools and techniques.
- 03~1440min
Real-world application
Apply concepts to realistic scenarios with worked examples.
- 04~960min
Exam preparation & capstone
Practice questions, exam strategy, and capstone briefing.
What you walk away with
Not just a certificate. A career-grade credential built to open doors.
A credential employers verify in one click
Unique cert ID, QR code, and tamper-evident signature. No more wondering if your certificate is taken seriously.
A portfolio piece, not just a paper
Your capstone project lives on your public PBV portfolio. Recruiters click and see actual work — that beats a cert badge every time.
Lifetime access, no expiry
Once you earn it, it's yours. No renewals, no subscriptions, no surprises.
A profile that stands out
Verified PBV credentials show up on your PBridge freelancer profile, putting you ahead of unverified candidates in client searches.
Why PBC works for Nigerian learners
- ✓Naira pricing, no FX surprises. Pay in NGN, get charged in NGN.
- ✓Built for the Nigerian context. Case studies and capstone briefs use real Nigerian business scenarios.
- ✓Reviewed capstone project. A human reviews your final project.
- ✓Verifiable digital certificate. QR code and cryptographic hash for one-scan verification.
- ✓PBridge job board access. Featured in front of employers hiring on PBridge.
Data Engineer certification FAQs
How much does the Data Engineer certification cost in Nigeria?+
The PBridge Certified Data Engineer certification costs ₦45,000 for the exam-only path and ₦85,000 for the full path which includes the capstone project review. Both prices are in Nigerian Naira with no FX risk. Payment via Flutterwave (card or bank transfer).
Is the PBridge Certified Data Engineer certification recognized in Nigeria?+
Yes. PBridge Certified certifications are issued with verifiable digital credentials including a unique cert ID, QR code, and hash signature. Hiring managers in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and remote-first companies can verify any cert at https://www.pbridgeco.com/verify/{cert-id}. Built specifically for the Nigerian and African job market.
How long does it take to complete the Data Engineer certification?+
The Data Engineer certification takes approximately 80 hours of self-paced study. The exam itself is 130 minutes with 65 questions. Most candidates complete the full path including the capstone project in 4-8 weeks studying part-time alongside work.
What makes PBridge Certified the right fit for Nigerian learners and employers?+
PBridge Certified is built specifically for the Nigerian market — Naira pricing with no FX surprises, capstone scenarios drawn from real Nigerian businesses (think Bumpa, Paystack, Flutterwave-style cases), recognition by Nigerian hiring managers, and direct integration with the PBridge job board so certified holders get featured in front of employers actively hiring.
Can I get a job after the Data Engineer certification?+
PBridge Certified cert holders get priority access to the PBridge job board where Nigerian and remote employers post data engineer roles. Pair the certification with the capstone project as a portfolio piece — most certified holders see callbacks within 30 days. Salary range: varies by experience.