Job Description

Senior Manager - Data Architecture and Engineering - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
Majid Al Futtaim is hiring a Senior Manager - Data Architecture and Engineering to lead the design and development of its enterprise data ecosystem. Based in Dubai, this high-impact role will define scalable data architecture, ensure interoperability across business units, and support advanced analytics and AI initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in data modeling, governance, and integration frameworks with a proven ability to drive cross-functional transformation in large enterprise environments.
Job Details
Job Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Information Technology (IT)
Function: Strategy
Salary: 40000-50000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Any
Job Type: Full Time
Job Overview
As Senior Manager - Data Architecture and Engineering, you will shape the future of data at Majid Al Futtaim. You will design a unified enterprise data model, drive governance, and champion interoperability across platforms and business units. This role is critical to building a secure, efficient, and value-driven data infrastructure that supports real-time decision-making, analytics, and scalable AI/ML use cases.
What You'll Do

• Lead the creation and refinement of a scalable enterprise data architecture and logical/physical data models
• Drive alignment of data technology standards across departments to ensure platform consistency and reusability
• Establish and execute robust governance frameworks for data quality, privacy, and security compliance
• Oversee design and execution of data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, and data integration workflows across systems
• Evaluate and implement modern cloud-native technologies to future-proof the data ecosystem
• Act as a key liaison between business units and engineering teams to translate data needs into actionable solutions
• Support analytics, business intelligence, and AI teams with structured, high-quality data environments
• Collaborate cross-functionally to identify and resolve data bottlenecks, while promoting a data-first culture
• Drive data harmonization efforts and enable centralized access through scalable data platforms

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• 12-15 years of experience in enterprise data management, data architecture, or analytics leadership
• Strong expertise in enterprise-wide data modeling, metadata management, and governance policies
• Deep experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP) and tools (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery)
• Proven ability to build and scale data architectures across diverse business domains
• Track record of leading high-performance data teams and managing large-scale transformation projects
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative leadership style
• Knowledge of regulatory data standards and experience enforcing data privacy across jurisdictions

Why Join Us
Majid Al Futtaim offers an unmatched opportunity to lead the transformation of data architecture for a diversified conglomerate. From retail to real estate, you'll enable smarter decision-making and create a data foundation for future AI and automation. Enjoy global-scale challenges, forward-thinking leadership, and a people-centric environment.
About the Company
Majid Al Futtaim is one of the MENA region's most influential business groups, known for building iconic malls, retail networks like Carrefour, and immersive entertainment experiences. Headquartered in Dubai with operations in 17 countries, we invest in innovation, technology, and sustainability to lead with purpose. Join our 50,000+ professionals building the future of connected commerce, hospitality, and urban living.
Job Title Senior Manager - Data Architecture and Engineering - Dubai, UAE
Senior Manager - Data Architecture and Engineering - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
Majid Al Futtaim is hiring a Senior Manager - Data Architecture and Engineering to lead the design and development of its enterprise data ecosystem. Based in Dubai, this high-impact role will define scalable data architecture, ensure interoperability across business units, and support advanced analytics and AI initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in data modeling, governance, and integration frameworks with a proven ability to drive cross-functional transformation in large enterprise environments.
Job Details
Job Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Information Technology (IT)
Function: Strategy
Salary: 40000-50000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Any
Job Type: Full Time
Job Overview
As Senior Manager - Data Architecture and Engineering, you will shape the future of data at Majid Al Futtaim. You will design a unified enterprise data model, drive governance, and champion interoperability across platforms and business units. This role is critical to building a secure, efficient, and value-driven data infrastructure that supports real-time decision-making, analytics, and scalable AI/ML use cases.
What You'll Do

• Lead the creation and refinement of a scalable enterprise data architecture and logical/physical data models
• Drive alignment of data technology standards across departments to ensure platform consistency and reusability
• Establish and execute robust governance frameworks for data quality, privacy, and security compliance
• Oversee design and execution of data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, and data integration workflows across systems
• Evaluate and implement modern cloud-native technologies to future-proof the data ecosystem
• Act as a key liaison between business units and engineering teams to translate data needs into actionable solutions
• Support analytics, business intelligence, and AI teams with structured, high-quality data environments
• Collaborate cross-functionally to identify and resolve data bottlenecks, while promoting a data-first culture
• Drive data harmonization efforts and enable centralized access through scalable data platforms

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• 12-15 years of experience in enterprise data management, data architecture, or analytics leadership
• Strong expertise in enterprise-wide data modeling, metadata management, and governance policies
• Deep experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP) and tools (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery)
• Proven ability to build and scale data architectures across diverse business domains
• Track record of leading high-performance data teams and managing large-scale transformation projects
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative leadership style
• Knowledge of regulatory data standards and experience enforcing data privacy across jurisdictions

Why Join Us
Majid Al Futtaim offers an unmatched opportunity to lead the transformation of data architecture for a diversified conglomerate. From retail to real estate, you'll enable smarter decision-making and create a data foundation for future AI and automation. Enjoy global-scale challenges, forward-thinking leadership, and a people-centric environment.
About the Company
Majid Al Futtaim is one of the MENA region's most influential business groups, known for building iconic malls, retail networks like Carrefour, and immersive entertainment experiences. Headquartered in Dubai with operations in 17 countries, we invest in innovation, technology, and sustainability to lead with purpose. Join our 50,000+ professionals building the future of connected commerce, hospitality, and urban living.
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