Senior Data Engineer

We're looking for a Senior Data Engineer to join our team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This role involves working on a large-scale data platform migration using modern data technologies and building production-ready pipelines in a dynamic delivery environment. You will be part of a dedicated engineering team focused on high-impact work that requires strong hands-on expertise.

Responsibilities:

• Build, optimize and productionize data pipelines on Databricks using PySpark and SQL.
• Re-engineer and migrate transformation logic from a legacy platform to Databricks.
• Design and perform data validation and reconciliation to ensure accuracy across platforms.
• Tune performance through partitioning, Delta optimization, cluster configuration, and ingestion strategies.
• Contribute to medallion-layer design and implement data quality frameworks.
• Review code and mentor junior engineers to promote best practices.
• Work within Git-based CI/CD setups and follow Agile delivery processes.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of data engineering experience with recent hands-on delivery.
• Strong proficiency with Databricks platform, PySpark, SQL, and Delta Lake.
• In-depth knowledge of ingestion patterns, Spark performance tuning, and partitioning strategies.
• Solid SQL expertise with practical ability to write and validate queries.
• Experience in data migration or re-platforming projects.
• Professional-level English communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.

Nice to Have:

• Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional certification.
• Familiarity with Palantir Foundry.
• Background in financial services or asset management.
• Experience with Unity Catalog governance.
• Knowledge of large-scale data quality or reconciliation frameworks.

Benefits Offered:

• End of service gratuity.
• Private healthcare and life insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Wellness program.
• Annual air travel allowance for expatriates.
• Regular performance feedback and salary reviews.
• Global travel medical and accident insurance.
• Referral bonuses.
• Learning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, and courses.