Senior Data Operations Associate

2X; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Kuala Lumpur is looking for a Senior Data Operations Associate. This role involves building and managing data pipelines, troubleshooting data issues, and collaborating with teams to deliver actionable data solutions. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience, proficiency in SQL, and a strong problem-solving mindset. This position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in data operations or data engineering.
• Proficiency in SQL and familiarity with relational database systems.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tools and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize scalable data pipelines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in data ingestion and transformation.
• Work with internal teams to understand requirements and deliver data solutions.

Skills

Data pipeline management

Problem-solving

SQL proficiency

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, Data Analytics or related field

Tools

Google Data Studio

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Responsibilities

As a Senior Data Operations Associate, you’ll focus on building and managing reliable data pipelines and solving data-related challenges. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the smooth flow of data, enabling analysts and decision-makers to uncover valuable insights. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical skills who enjoys solving problems and working hands-on with data.

• Build Data Pipelines: Develop, maintain, and optimize scalable data pipelines and models to support marketing performance analysis and reporting needs.
• Solve Data Issues: Troubleshoot and resolve issues in data ingestion and transformation to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Collaborate with Teams: Work with internal teams and data consumers to understand requirements and deliver actionable data solutions.
• Follow Best Practices: Adhere to and support the improvement of best practices in data operations and pipeline management.
• Leverage Cloud Tools: Work with cloud infrastructure to build efficient and scalable data solutions.

What You\'ll Bring To The Table

• 2+ years of relevant experience in data operations or data engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related field.
• Proficiency in SQL and familiarity with relational database systems.
• Strong attention to detail and a structured, problem-solving mindset.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tools and technologies.
• Clear and effective communication skills to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with marketing metrics and campaign measurement.
• Experience working with clients, particularly in global or US-based settings.
• Knowledge of visualization tools like Google Data Studio, Power BI, or Tableau.
• Exposure to data engineering principles and approaches, with an interest in developing these further.