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Data Modeler

DeepLight AI

Posted 9 hours ago

Employment Type

Full Time

Location

Dubai

Requirements

Data modeling, Lakehouse, Semantic layer, Ontologies, Knowledge graphs, AWS Glue, Apache Iceberg, OpenMetadata, Dimensional modeling, SCD2, Medallion layers, ERwin, PowerDesigner, AtScale, Zaimler, RDF, OWL, Neo4j, Agile Jira, Stakeholder management, 7+ years, Metadata lineage, Schema evolution, Partitioning

Required Skills

Data Modeling Lakehouse Medallion Architecture Dimensional Modeling SCD2 Semantic Layer Ontologies Knowledge Graphs AWS Glue Apache Iceberg OpenMetadata Erwin PowerDesigner AtScale Zaimler RDF OWL Neo4j Data governance Schema Evolution Partitioning Performance Optimization Agile Jira Financial Services

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Design conceptual, logical, and physical data models for Medallion architectures (Bronze/Silver/Gold); implement dimensional models, SCD2, and robust standards/documentation.
  • Build a semantic layer for business-friendly access; leverage AI tooling; develop ontologies/taxonomies; ensure consistency across data products and reporting.
  • Develop and maintain knowledge graphs; integrate with metadata/lineage tools (e.g., OpenMetadata); ensure scalability and performance with architects/platform engineers.
  • Partner with Data Architects and Data Engineers to implement models in AWS Glue and Apache Iceberg; embed data quality validation and compliance.
  • Optimize for schema evolution, partitioning, and performance; create reusable modeling templates and best practices for Data Factory squads.
  • Communicate design rationale and influence senior stakeholders; translate complex data concepts into business value.

Requirements

  • Strong experience modeling for Lakehouse or data warehouse environments.
  • Proficiency in semantic layer design, ontologies, and knowledge graph development.
  • Hands-on with AWS Glue, Apache Iceberg, and Medallion patterns.
  • Knowledge of metadata and lineage systems (OpenMetadata preferred).
  • 7+ years in data modeling/data architecture.
  • Experience with ERwin/PowerDesigner (or similar) and semantic tools (AtScale/Zaimler or equivalent).
  • Familiarity with RDF/OWL/Neo4j; strong analytical thinking.
  • Excellent stakeholder communication; agile delivery with Jira.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Financial services or banking domain expertise.
  • Implemented enterprise semantic layers enabling self‑service analytics.
  • Production knowledge graph solutions integrating with Lakehouse stacks.
  • Performance tuning for large-scale partitioned tables and schema evolution.
  • Consulting background with executive-facing presentations.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with performance bonuses.
  • Comprehensive health insurance.
  • Professional development and certification support.
  • Flexible working arrangements (hybrid).
  • Career growth in a rapidly scaling AI consultancy.

About the Company

DeepLight AI is a specialist AI and data consultancy with deep experience delivering intelligent enterprise systems across industries, with particular depth in financial services and banking. The team blends data science, statistical modeling, AI/ML, workflow automation, and systems integration with a practical grasp of complex business operations. Success here is defined by the ability to bridge advanced data engineering with clear business outcomes—communicating the “why,” building trust, and championing solutions with senior stakeholders.

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