Data Platform Lead Engineer - Production Pipelines

GAC Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 390,600 - 691,920; Full time

Job summary

GAC Group is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to architect, build, and operate the data platform that supports reporting, analytics, and self-service BI. You will ensure reliable, monitored data pipelines using Databricks, DBT, and Airflow.

You will collaborate with stakeholders to deliver reusable, trusted data products and scale a governed, secure data platform across teams. The role requires strong data engineering expertise, an operational mindset, and the ability to guide others in

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or similar.
• Master’s degree in computer science, Information Systems or related field preferable.
• Cloud certifications (Databricks, data build tools, Airflow, Astronomer, general tech and data certifications).
• Experience with Data Factory, Python, Git, Databricks, SQL Server, Power BI (data modelling and DAX development), Azure Platform, Linux OS Concepts, Airflow, Data Modelling – KIMBAL concepts, ETL knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Strong communication skills: effectively across all levels, engaging and inspiring at senior levels internally and externally, cultural awareness within a multi‑cultural corporate environment.

Skills

Data engineering

Databricks

Airflow

Python

SQL

Power BI

Data modelling

ETL

Azure

Git

Linux OS

Communication

English

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Master's degree in CS/IS

Tools

Data Factory

Databricks

Airflow

Astronomer

Power BI

SQL Server

Git

Azure

Python

Job description

GAC Group is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to architect, build, and operate the data platform that supports reporting, analytics, and self-service BI. You will ensure reliable, monitored data pipelines using Databricks, DBT, and Airflow.

You will collaborate with stakeholders to deliver reusable, trusted data products and scale a governed, secure data platform across teams. The role requires strong data engineering expertise, an operational mindset, and the ability to guide others in