Data Modeler (Banking)

We are seeking an experienced Data Modeler with a strong background in the banking sector to join our client’s team in Abu Dhabi on a temporary contract basis. This role requires a hands-on professional who can design, implement, and optimize complex data models to support strategic and operational decision-making across the organization. You will be a key player in translating business needs into robust and scalable data structures.

• Design, develop, and maintain logical and physical data models to support business intelligence, analytics, and application development needs within a banking environment.
• Collaborate closely with data engineers, architects, business analysts, and key stakeholders to ensure data models are aligned with business requirements and technical constraints.
• Translate complex business concepts into scalable, efficient data structures, ensuring data consistency, integrity, and quality across various banking systems.
• Champion and enforce data modeling standards, best practices, and governance processes, including comprehensive documentation of data models and dictionaries.

• Proven experience as a Data Modeler, Data Architect, or a similar role, specifically within the banking or financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts (e.g., Kimball, Inmon), relational databases, and ETL/ELT processes.
• High proficiency with industry-standard data modeling tools such as Erwin, PowerDesigner, or similar.
• Excellent SQL skills for data analysis and validation, with experience working on large-scale data platforms.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Must be immediately available to start and eligible to work in the UAE.

• Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Azure Synapse, Snowflake, AWS Redshift).
• Familiarity with data governance frameworks and tools (e.g., Collibra, Alation).
• Knowledge of banking-specific data domains such as retail banking, corporate banking, risk, or compliance.