Solution Architect Financial Data & Analytics

Joinimagine; Chennai District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 42 days

Medical Insurance: Self + Spouse + 2/3

Job summary

DHL Group in Chennai, India is seeking a senior Data & Analytics leader to drive real-time insights across reporting, forecasting, and planning. You will steer a high-performing team, shape data strategy, and collaborate with the German core team to ensure priorities and quality standards are met.

The role emphasizes building scalable data pipelines, governance, and AI/ML readiness, delivering dashboards and analytics that influence business decisions at scale.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in data engineering, analytics, or business intelligence, with at least 3 years in a technical leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Data & Analytics team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Act as liaison between the delivery team and the German core team, ensuring alignment on priorities, timelines, and quality standards.
• Define and execute the data strategy in alignment with broader financial and IT governance objectives.
• Architect and maintain robust, scalable data pipelines; govern end-to-end data architecture with focus on quality, security, and lifecycle management.

Skills

Kubeflow

Python

Snowflake

Power BI

GitHub

Data architecture

Stakeholder management

English communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in CS/IS/Data Engineering

Tools

Kubeflow

Python

Snowflake

Power BI

GitHub

Job description

Join the Future of DHL

DHL Group the logistics provider of the world with over 580,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories. We are an organization that is not just moving goods around, we have a very clear purpose, and we are: Connecting People. Improving Lives. We provide challenges and opportunities for personal and professional development, we recognize the difference you bring to our business and together we share the pride of building one of the largest world leaders in logistics and supply chain.

Are you ready to shape the next generation of steering within one of the most dynamic logistics environments in the world?

Our BI specialists for a German speaking country are at the forefront of transforming how data drives business decisions. We deliver real-time, business-critical insights across reporting, forecasting, and planning - empowering leadership with the intelligence needed to act with precision and speed.

But we don’t stop there.

We are pioneering the digitalization of processes, integrating cutting-edge technologies and emerging trends to redefine how data creates value. Our mission is clear: to turn information into impact and unlock measurable business advantage through smart, scalable, and future-proof solutions.

What sets us apart is our strong team spirit - a culture of collaboration, mutual support, and shared ambition. We believe that the best ideas emerge when diverse minds come together, and we foster an environment where everyone contributes to shaping the future.

If you're a visionary professional with a passion for data-driven strategy, digital innovation, and operational excellence - this is your opportunity to make a difference at scale.

Step into a role where your expertise fuels transformation. Shape the future with us.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Data & Analytics team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Act as the primary liaison between the delivery team and the German core team, ensuring alignment on priorities, timelines, and quality standards.
• Define and execute the data strategy in alignment with broader financial and IT governance objectives.

Data Engineering & Architecture

• Architect and maintain robust, scalable data pipelines using Kubeflow, Python, and Snowflake, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Govern end-to-end data architecture with a focus on data quality, security, compliance, and lifecycle management.
• Expertise in Requirements engineering and refinement

Analytics & Visualization

• Translate complex datasets into actionable insights through advanced Power BI dashboards and Power Automate workflows.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to define KPIs, reporting standards, and analytical models that support strategic decision-making.

AI/ML Enablement & Documentation

• Drive AI/ML readiness by implementing robust data models and feature engineering pipelines.
• Ensure comprehensive documentation and version control using GitLab, promoting transparency, reproducibility, and maintainability across projects.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in data engineering, analytics, or business intelligence, with at least 3 years in a technical leadership role.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Kubeflow, Python, and Snowflake for data pipeline development and orchestration (minimum 3 years experience)
• Advanced skills in Power BI, and GitHub (minimum 3 years experience)
• Strong understanding of data structures, reporting standards, and domain-specific analytics.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in English
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects in a dynamic environment.
• Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and innovation.

Working Conditions

• Schedule: [Standard business hours/Flexible hours/Shift work] standard Indian business hours
• Remote Work: [Remote/Hybrid/On-site] options available: On-site only.
• Global Coverage: May require occasional work outside standard hours
• Performance Metrics: Success measured by response time, resolution rate, and customer satisfaction scores

Benefits

• Annual Leave: 42 days off apart from Public / National Holidays.
• Medical Insurance: Self + Spouse + 2 children. An option to opt for Voluntary Parental Insurance (Parents / Parent -in-laws) at a nominal premium covering pre-existing disease.