MDM Application Engineer (Stibo STEP)

Damen Schelde Naval Shipbuilding; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Damen Schelde Naval Shipbuilding seeks an experienced MDM Application Engineer (Stibo STEP) to lead configuration, development and continuous improvement of the master data management platform. You will collaborate with Data Owners, Business Analysts and Engineers to deliver scalable data capabilities.

You will work in a fast-paced, asset-heavy environment and participate in Agile delivery, driving data quality, governance and integration across multiple enterprise systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Application Engineering, Enterprise Applications, Master Data Management or related disciplines.
• Hands-on experience with Stibo STEP or comparable MDM platforms.
• Experience configuring, developing, testing and supporting enterprise applications.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain MDM workflows, business rules, data models and integrations.
• Translate business requirements into scalable MDM solutions and enhancements.
• Provide incident, defect and service request support for critical data platforms.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Stibo STEP

MDM Platforms

Data Governance

Data Quality

JavaScript

REST APIs

JSON/XML

Workflow Automation

Enterprise Integration

Azure DevOps

ServiceNow

Data Modelling

Job description

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MDM Application Engineer (Stibo STEP)

Location: DMESS Abu Dhabi UAE

Department: Data & AI

Employment Type: Full-Time

Shape the Future of Master Data at Damen

At Damen Shipyards Group we are on an ambitious journey to become a truly data-powered organization. To support this vision we are strengthening our Data & AI capabilities and investing in the people platforms governance and technologies that enable trusted high-quality data across the enterprise. The role is intended to strengthen Damens Master Data Management capability and ensure that master data becomes a reliable foundation for operational excellence analytics AI and digital transformation initiatives.

We are not looking for someone who simply administers an application.

We are looking for a hands-on MDM professional who understands how master data drives business value and who can help evolve our enterprise data landscape through robust platform engineering process improvement and stakeholder collaboration. You may come from manufacturing shipbuilding construction marine offshore engineering energy utilities or similar asset-intensive industries where fragmented data disconnected systems and inconsistent data definitions create operational challenges.

This is an opportunity to influence how trusted master data is managed across a global maritime leader and contribute directly to Damens Data & AI transformation journey.

The Role

As an MDM Application Engineer (Stibo STEP) you will be responsible for the configuration development support and continuous improvement of Damens Master Data Management platform.

You will work closely with Data Owners Data Stewards Business Analysts Product Owners Enterprise Architects Data Engineers and business stakeholders to establish scalable master data capabilities that improve data quality governance standardization and business performance.

The role requires a balance between technical expertise problem-solving stakeholder engagement operational support and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Develop & Enhance the MDM Platform

• Configure and maintain Stibo STEP workflows business rules validations and data models
• Translate business requirements into scalable and sustainable MDM solutions
• Develop enhancements that improve data quality process efficiency and user experience
• Support the onboarding of new master data domains and data management capabilities
• Ensure platform configurations align with enterprise architecture and governance standards

Support Business-Critical Operations

• Investigate and resolve incidents defects and service requests
• Monitor platform performance stability and reliability
• Provide application support and technical guidance to business stakeholders
• Manage operational activities through established service management processes
• Maintain technical documentation and knowledge repositories

Enable Enterprise Data Quality & Integration

• Design develop and support integrations between Stibo STEP and enterprise platforms
• Ensure master data consistency across multiple systems and business domains
• Collaborate with integration teams to maintain secure and reliable data flows
• Support enterprise-wide data quality initiatives
• Contribute to the implementation of data stewardship and governance practices

Collaborate & Drive Continuous Improvement

• Work with Product Owners Data Architects and business stakeholders to prioritize improvements
• Participate in Agile delivery processes and sprint activities
• Collaborate with external implementation partners and technology vendors
• Identify opportunities for automation optimization and simplification
• Promote best practices in Master Data Management across the organization

What Were Looking For

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Application Engineering Enterprise Applications Master Data Management or related disciplines
• Hands-on experience with Stibo Systems STEP or comparable MDM platforms
• Proven experience configuring developing testing and supporting enterprise applications
• Experience working with business-critical systems in complex organizations
• Experience working within Agile delivery environments
• Experience supporting global stakeholders across multiple business functions

Technical Expertise

• Stibo Systems STEP
• Master Data Management (MDM)
• Data Governance
• Data Quality Management
• JavaScript
• REST APIs
• JSON & XML
• Workflow Configuration & Automation
• Enterprise Systems Integration
• Azure DevOps
• ServiceNow
• Data Modelling Fundamentals

Personal Attributes

• Analytical and structured thinker
• Strong problem-solving capabilities
• Customer-focused and service-oriented
• Excellent stakeholder management skills
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Pragmatic hands-on and outcome-oriented
• Comfortable working in evolving and fast-paced environments
• Passionate about data quality governance and continuous improvement

Why Join Damen

At Damen you will have the opportunity to make a real impact by helping establish trusted data foundations that support business operations digital transformation analytics and AI initiatives across a global maritime leader. You will collaborate with business and technology stakeholders across multiple countries functions and business units while working with one of the organizations key enterprise data platforms.

As part of a growing Data & AI function you will benefit from strong executive sponsorship strategic investment and the opportunity to contribute directly to Damens long-term data maturity ambitions. This is a unique opportunity to combine technical expertise business engagement and innovation while working in a collaborative environment that encourages ownership continuous improvement and professional growth.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is currently working as an MDM Engineer MDM Application Engineer Stibo STEP Consultant Product Information Management Consultant Application Engineer Enterprise Application Specialist Master Data Specialist or similar role within a complex industrial organization and has experience implementing supporting and improving enterprise master data capabilities.

This individual combines technical expertise business understanding and stakeholder collaboration skills to deliver reliable solutions that improve how master data is managed across the enterprise.

Required Experience:

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