Manager & Data Ingestion & Governance Technologies

Talents Tide; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Dubai is seeking a Manager for Data Ingestion & Governance Technologies. This role involves developing strategies for data ingestion and governance, ensuring data quality and security, and leading cross-functional collaboration. The successful candidate will have 8-10 years of experience in data engineering and governance, along with strong leadership abilities and a Bachelor's degree in IT or related fields. This full-time position offers an opportunity to drive impactful data transformation initiatives.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in data engineering and governance roles within financial services or similar industries.
• Hands-on experience with advanced data platforms and data modernization projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the data ingestion and governance strategy.
• Lead implementation and support of advanced data platforms.
• Drive the adoption of Data-as-a-Product principles.
• Manage and deploy automated data pipelines with CI/CD workflows.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across departments and external vendors.

Skills

Strong leadership and project management abilities

Deep knowledge of data governance and architecture frameworks

Proficiency in building and managing DataOps workflows

Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage vendor relationships

Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements in data environments

Education

Minimum Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Engineering, or a related field

Tools

CA Data Masking

Talend

IBM DataStage

Confluent

Job description

Manager - Data Ingestion & Governance Technologies (Emirati)

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About the job Manager - Data Ingestion & Governance Technologies (Emirati)

Job Title: Manager Data Ingestion & Governance Technologies

Location: Dubai

Client: Leading Islamic Bank

Reports to: AVP Head of Data Ingestion and Governance Technologies

Employment Type: Full-time

We are hiring a Manager Data Ingestion & Governance Technologies to lead the strategic planning, development, and management of enterprise-level data ingestion and governance platforms. This role is critical in enabling data-driven decision-making and ensuring data quality, security, and accessibility across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the data ingestion and governance strategy to enhance customer engagement and satisfaction.
• Lead implementation and support of advanced data platforms, including:
• Master Data Management (MDM)
• Data Governance Tools
• Data Masking
• Batch and Real-Time Data Ingestion
• Metadata Management and Data Quality Platforms
• Drive the adoption of Data-as-a-Product principles and ensure accessibility of data products.
• Apply Data Fabric / Data Mesh principles to ensure seamless integration and data availability across the organization.
• Manage and deploy automated data pipelines with CI/CD workflows.
• Create datasets for LLM (Large Language Model) training and advanced AI projects.
• Ensure integration of data platforms with enterprise systems.
• Provide internal training and support for effective use of platforms and tools.
• Lead the design of AI-powered solutions for business automation and insights.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across departments and external vendors.
• Oversee delivery of complex projects within timeline and budget.

Education:

• Minimum Bachelors degree in IT, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

• 8-10 years of experience in data engineering and governance roles within financial services or similar industries.
• Hands-on experience with tools such as:
• CA Data Masking
• Talend, IBM DataStage, Confluent
• Proven track record of leading data modernization projects and building scalable, secure data platforms.

Skills:

• Strong leadership and project management abilities
• Deep knowledge of data governance and architecture frameworks
• Proficiency in building and managing DataOps workflows
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage vendor relationships
• Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements in data environments

If you are passionate about data transformation and innovation, and ready to drive real impact, we'd love to hear from you.