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Data Engineering LeadJacobs • Bur Dubai, All AE Regions, United Arab Emirates
Data Engineering Lead

Data Engineering Lead

Jacobs • Bur Dubai, All AE Regions, United Arab Emirates
منذ أكثر من 30 يومًا
الوصف الوظيفي
Market Cities & Places

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we are building a Digital and Data capability, working to apply digital expertise to some of the most ambitious urban and infrastructure developments around the world.

In Digital and Data we work with clients to establish their digital infrastructure needs, then develop place-based digital strategies by exploring the assets required and benefits they can bring key stakeholders. We support the design, deployment, cybersecurity and operation of networks, Smart City platforms and operational technology. In this emerging business area, we work with cities, local authorities and developer clients, leading telecom operators and investors, manufacturing clients, IoT providers and development owners.

About the opportunity:

We are looking for an experienced Data Engineering Lead who can not only design and implement scalable data solutions but also manage projects and lead teams. This role requires a strategic mindset to drive AI and data initiatives across engineering consultation projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and regional priorities. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise with leadership skills and a deep understanding of either the AEC industry, Power Platform ecosystem, or enterprise data management practices.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leadership & Team Management:Lead and mentor a team of data engineers and analysts; manage resource allocation and team performance.
  • Project Delivery:Oversee end-to-end delivery of data and AI projects, ensuring timelines, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Strategic Alignment:Collaborate with senior leadership to define data strategy and AI adoption roadmap for engineering consultation projects.
  • Technical Oversight:
  • Design andmaintainscalable data pipelines and architectures.
  • Ensure data governance, security, and compliance across projects.
  • Innovation & AI Integration:Identifyopportunities toleverageAI and automation for improving project efficiency and client outcomes.
  • Stakeholder Engagement:Act as a bridge between technical teams and business units, translating requirements into actionable solutions.
Here's what you'll need
  • Data Engineering Expertise:Advancedproficiencyin ETL/ELT tools (Azure Data Factory, Synapse), SQL, Python/Scala.
  • Leadership:Proven experience managing teams and delivering complex projects.
  • Power Platform or AEC Knowledge:Hands-on experience with Power BI, Power Apps, or familiarity with AEC workflows and data challenges.
  • Project Management:Strong understanding of Agile/Waterfall methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with cloud platforms (Fabric, Azure, Palantir Foundry).
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s orMaster’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • 8+ years of experience, including3+ years in a leadership or project management role.
At Jacobs, from our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions—we are committed to fostering a culture of care where you can truly be yourself. Joining Jacobs connects you locally and globally, leveraging our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds to power our collective strength. We collaborate and share to ensure mutual success.Safety, flexibility, and professional growth remain paramount in our workplace culture. We provide flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities to make a positive impact through global giving and volunteering programmes. Jacobs offers you the support and resources to maximise your potential and help clients worldwide create a better future.Begin your Jacobs career in an environment that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work—today, tomorrow, and beyond. From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions – we’re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed.
With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.
No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.


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