Lead Data Analyst

VirtusaPolaris - Virtusa Corporation; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent technology consulting firm in Dubai is seeking candidates with strong expertise in machine learning and proficiency in programming languages such as Python and SQL. Ideal applicants should have banking product knowledge and excellent communication skills. The role demands experience with cloud data technologies and various data visualization tools, including Power BI and Tableau. This opportunity offers a chance to work in a multicultural environment, contributing to innovative solutions in the banking sector.

Qualifications

• Expert-level proficiency in SQL, Python.
• Strong coding skills in data programming languages.
• Understanding of banking products and functional knowledge.

Skills

Machine Learning

Deep Learning

Python

R

SAS

Spark

SQL

DAX

Communication skills

People Management

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Qlik

Job description

• Understanding of Machine Learning / Deep Learning / Time-Series / Optimization
• Banking Retail, Business & Wholesale Product Knowledge and understanding
• Communication & Inter-personal skills
• People Management & Multicultural awareness

Technical Skills:

• Strong skills using Python (+ R, SAS, Spark), SQL, DAX
• Strong coding skills in a data programming language: Python, R, Java
• Cloud Data technologies

Competencies:

• Expert-level proficiency in SQL, Python with SAS/R/Spark as plus
• Deployment experience (various databases, server/cloud environment: AWS, Azure, and APIs, ODBCs, web apps)
• Excellent knowledge of Banking Functional Knowledge (major plus)
• Good written, oral communication, documentation skills with ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders
• Understanding of banking products, functional knowledge is a major plus
• Experience in working with tools like Power BI, Tableau or Qlik