Executive Manager - Data Engineering

Hays is seeking a high-impact Executive Manager in Data Engineering for their Abu Dhabi office. This role requires a unique blend of deep technical data engineering expertise and advanced quantitative and analytics experience to drive innovation and deliver scalable data solutions.

At Hays, we believe the right job can transform a person's life and the right person can transform a business. We connect ambition with opportunity, helping people and organizations reimagine what’s possible. With operations in 30 countries, we are creating the future of work every day.

We are looking for a strategic builder and leader to join our team. Apply now to shape the future of data engineering!

Company Overview

Hays is a global leader in staffing and recruiting, operating in 30 countries with over 200 offices. We place over 200,000 professionals into new roles annually, providing tailored advice and market intelligence to accelerate careers. For organizations, we build recruitment and workforce solutions shaped by real-time market insights and local expertise.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Competitive tax-free compensation package + Performance bonus
• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience: 10+ years in Tier 1 banks
• Qualifications: Advanced command of AWS, MySQL, Airflow, Python, and Redshift, alongside enterprise data architecture and modeling.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the technical architecture and delivery of scalable data products, ensuring advanced analytics and machine learning teams have the feature-ready pipelines they need.
• Lead end-to-end delivery for a team of 8–12, building robust cloud infrastructure, optimized datamarts, and high-performance analytical engines.
• Partner closely with risk, finance, and data science squads to translate complex quantitative models and algorithms into production-ready workflows.
• Embed data quality controls, lineage, and access management across the full lifecycle to safeguard enterprise assets.

Requirements

• 10+ years in Tier 1 banks with deep experience leading data-engineering teams, designing datamarts, and managing enterprise data platforms.
• Proven background combining traditional data engineering with rigorous quantitative experience and Advanced Analytics.
• Advanced command of AWS, MySQL, Airflow, Python, and Redshift, alongside enterprise data architecture and modeling.
• Proven track record of guiding engineering squads, managing cross-functional stakeholders, and driving technical excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive tax-free compensation package + Performance bonus
• Relocation allowance
• Family medical and visa
• Schooling allowance