Chief Data Architect & Platform Strategy Lead

Michael Page; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UAE is seeking a senior leader to define and implement data strategy and build scalable data architecture platforms. This role involves guiding the development of analytics solutions, establishing governance frameworks for data quality, and overseeing a high-performing data team. Candidates should have over 12 years of experience in data-focused roles, expertise in analytics, and a degree in a related field. This position offers the chance to lead a strategic data function with significant impact across multiple industries.

Benefits

Opportunity to lead a strategic data function

Dynamic environment with transformation impact

Qualifications

• 12+ years in data-focused roles with experience in large-scale platform development and leadership across engineering and analytics teams.
• Expertise in data engineering, architecture, and governance at enterprise level.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive adoption of data-driven culture.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement enterprise-wide data strategy and architecture with scalability and security.
• Oversee the development of data platforms supporting reporting, advanced analytics, and machine learning.
• Guide the team in creating data products and solutions for actionable insights.

Skills

Data

Architecture

Engineering

Platforms

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field

Advanced qualifications preferred (Masters, PhD, MBA)

Job description

A leading recruitment firm in the UAE is seeking a senior leader to define and implement data strategy and build scalable data architecture platforms. This role involves guiding the development of analytics solutions, establishing governance frameworks for data quality, and overseeing a high-performing data team. Candidates should have over 12 years of experience in data-focused roles, expertise in analytics, and a degree in a related field. This position offers the chance to lead a strategic data function with significant impact across multiple industries.