Senior Data Engineer

PPG Industries; Remote; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in coatings is seeking a skilled professional to implement and support technical solutions in the data lake. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of ETL/ELT experience with expertise in Microsoft Azure, Data Factory, and Databricks. Responsibilities include troubleshooting issues, assisting Data Analysts, and developing optimized data pipelines. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential. This role supports a hybrid work environment and offers competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in design, configuration, data mapping, extraction, transformation, loading.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Strong system knowledge and process orientation required.

Responsibilities

• Implement and support technical solutions in the data lake.
• Assist Data Analysts and Data Scientists in developing optimized data models.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues as they arise.

Skills

ETL/ELT workflow experience

Data warehousing concepts

SQL

Python

Scala

Power BI

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Data Factory

Databricks

Job description

You are required to execute the work of implementing and supporting the technical solutions implemented in the data lake. You will focus on the technical configuration aspects (i.e. in the data lake) including data ingestion and integration frameworks. You will be reporting directly to IT Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Implement and support technical solutions in the data lake as defined by Data Analysts and validated by Data Architects.

Configure technical aspects of the data lake, including data ingestion and integration frameworks.

Assist Data Analysts and Data Scientists in developing optimized data models, pipelines, and frameworks.

Develop scalable architecture across all layers of the data lake.

Troubleshoot and resolve issues as they arise.

Apply DevOps practices to improve efficiency and reliability.

Collaborate across teams and regions with different roles.

Recommend designs and experiment with new solutions for continuous improvement.

Work under strong governance in a global and agile environment.

Define processes, establish best practices, and mentor junior staff to build capability.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, Professional Degree, Computer Science/Information Technology or equivalent.

7 years of experience that includes ETL/ELT workflow experience in design, configuration, data mapping, extraction, transformation and loading and writing high performing code and maintaining it.

Experience with data warehousing concepts and data modeling.

Must have a strong system knowledge (Microsoft Azure, Data Factory, Databricks) and process orientation.

Must be comfortable working remotely and lack of face-to-face time with colleagues and managers.

Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Knowledge of data governance and ABC framework metadata.

Technical skill on SQL, Python and Scala language.

Experience in Visualization tool such as Power BI.

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email [e-mail].

Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well‑being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

The PPG Way

Every single day at PPG:

We partner with customers to create mutual value.

We are "One PPG" to the world.

We trust our people every day, in every way.

We make it happen.

We run it like we own it.

We do better today than yesterday – everyday.