Manager - Data Ingestion and Governance Technologies

Manager - Data Ingestion and Governance TechnologiesJob Openings - Manager - Data Ingestion and Governance TechnologiesAbout the jobJob Title: Manager Data Ingestion and Governance TechnologiesLocation: DubaiReports to: AVP Head of Data Ingestion and Governance TechnologiesClient: Leading Islamic BankEmployment Type: Full-timeWe are looking for an experienced and visionary Manager Data Ingestion and Governance Technologies to lead the development and execution of enterprise-wide data strategies. This role will play a critical part in shaping our organization's data foundation, driving efficiency, and enabling advanced analytics through robust ingestion and governance platforms.Key Responsibilities:Develop and oversee the organization's data ingestion and governance technologies strategy.Implement and manage platforms such as Master Data Management (MDM), Data Governance Tools, Data Virtualization, Data Masking, and both batch and real‑time/streaming data ingestion systems.Enable seamless data access through Data Fabric or Data Mesh principles.Design and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines for data workflows.Create structured datasets for LLM (Large Language Model) training and AI applications.Ensure smooth integration of data platforms with enterprise systems.Drive adoption of technologies and provide training across teams.Lead the delivery of AI‑powered solutions to support business functions.Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to align initiatives with business goals.Oversee complex data projects and cross‑functional teams to deliver within timelines and budget.Qualifications & Experience:Bachelors degree in IT, Computer Engineering, or a related field (Masters preferred).810 years of experience in data engineering or governance roles within financial services or similar regulated industries.Deep hands‑on experience with platforms such as:Informatica MDM and Data GovernanceCA Data MaskingTalend, IBM DataStage, ConfluentApache Kafka, Cloudera, SparkProven expertise in cloud technologies (Azure, AWS, GCP, Snowflake, Databricks).Strong background in building data as a product and using DataOps tools like Apache Airflow and Jenkins.Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.What We Offer:A high‑impact leadership role in a data‑driven environmentExposure to cutting‑edge technologies and enterprise‑scale projectsOpportunities to drive innovation in AI, automation, and data governanceCollaborative and growth‑focused work culture#J-18808-Ljbffr