Data Engineer

CNTXT, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

CNTXT, Inc. in Abu Dhabi seeks a Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable data infrastructure powering analytics, AI, and ML products. You will develop robust data pipelines, integrate data from multiple sources, and ensure data quality and accessibility across teams.

You will work with software engineers, data scientists, and product managers to translate raw data into actionable business value, implement CI/CD for data workflows, and stay current with cloud data engineering trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Eng/IS or related field.
• 4+ years of Data Engineering or Backend/Data Platform development.
• Strong Python and SQL skills.
• Experience with ETL/ELT using Airflow, Prefect, or Dagster.
• Experience with PostgreSQL/MySQL/MongoDB/Cassandra databases.
• Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) experience.
• Hands-on with Snowflake/BigQuery/Redshift/Azure Synapse.
• Experience with Spark, Pandas, and streaming (Kafka/RabbitMQ).
• Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD; Git; Terraform preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines.
• Build modern data warehouses and data lakes.
• Develop batch and real-time data processing Pipelines.
• Integrate data from APIs, databases, and cloud services.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, security and governance.
• Optimize data models and performance for analytics.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and improve pipelines.
• Collaborate with Data Scientists, ML Engineers and Product teams.
• Implement CI/CD and automation for data workflows.
• Document data architecture and best practices.
• Stay current with cloud data engineering trends.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data modeling

Data quality

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Eng/IS

Tools

Airflow

Prefect

Dagster

Snowflake

BigQuery

Redshift

Synapse

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Cassandra

Kafka

RabbitMQ

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Terraform

Pandas

Job description

We are looking for a skilled Data Engineer to build, optimize, and maintain scalable data infrastructure that powers analytics, AI, and machine learning products.

Data Engineer

Department: Engineering / Data & AI

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Data Engineer to build, optimize, and maintain scalable data infrastructure that powers analytics, AI, and machine learning products. You will be responsible for designing robust data pipelines, integrating data from multiple sources, ensuring data quality, and enabling data accessibility across the organization. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex data challenges, building modern data platforms, and working closely with software engineers, data scientists, and product teams to transform raw data into business value.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines for structured and unstructured data.
• Build and manage modern data warehouses and data lakes.
• Develop reliable batch and real-time data processing pipelines.
• Integrate data from APIs, databases, third-party platforms, and cloud services.
• Ensure high standards of data quality, integrity, security, and governance.
• Optimize data models and database performance for analytics and reporting.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and improve data pipeline reliability and performance.
• Collaborate with Data Scientists, ML Engineers, Product Managers, and Software Engineers to deliver data solutions.
• Implement CI/CD practices and infrastructure automation for data workflows.
• Document data architecture, pipeline designs, and engineering best practices.
• Stay current with emerging technologies in cloud data engineering and big data ecosystems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in Data Engineering or Backend/Data Platform development.
• Strong proficiency in Python and SQL.
• Experience building ETL/ELT pipelines using modern orchestration tools such as Airflow, Prefect, or Dagster.
• Strong knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases including PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or Cassandra.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Hands-on experience with cloud data warehouses such as Snowflake, BigQuery, Amazon Redshift, or Azure Synapse.
• Experience with distributed data processing frameworks such as Apache Spark.
• Familiarity with message streaming technologies such as Kafka or RabbitMQ.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong understanding of data modeling, partitioning, indexing, and performance optimization.
• Experience working with Git and collaborative software development workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building data platforms supporting AI or Machine Learning workloads.
• Knowledge of Delta Lake, Apache Iceberg, or Apache Hudi.
• Experience with dbt for analytics engineering.
• Familiarity with Terraform or Infrastructure as Code.
• Understanding of data governance, metadata management, and data cataloging.
• Experience working in high-growth technology or AI companies.

Technical Stack

• Languages: Python, SQL
• Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB
• Data Processing: Apache Spark, Pandas
• Orchestration: Apache Airflow, Prefect, Dagster
• Streaming: Kafka, RabbitMQ
• Cloud: AWS, Azure, GCP
• Data Warehouse: Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift, Synapse
• Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes
• Version Control: Git
• Infrastructure: Terraform (preferred)

What We're Looking For

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent understanding of scalable data architecture.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Passion for building reliable, high-performance data systems.
• Continuous learning mindset and enthusiasm for modern data technologies.

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting Generative AI or LLM applications.
• Experience with vector databases such as Pinecone, Weaviate, or Milvus.
• Familiarity with data observability platforms such as Monte Carlo or Great Expectations.
• Experience with event-driven architectures and real-time analytics.
• Exposure to MLOps platforms and feature stores.

Why Join Us?

• Work on cutting-edge AI and data-driven products.
• Collaborate with a highly skilled engineering team.
• Opportunity to influence the architecture of modern data platforms.
• Exposure to large-scale cloud infrastructure and advanced analytics.
• Competitive compensation and significant opportunities for professional growth.