QS Quacquarelli Symonds

Head of Data Engineering

QS Quacquarelli Symonds

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Kuala Lumpur • Malaysia

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Job Level

Lead

Tech Stack

AirflowCloudGraphQLPythonSQL

About the role

  • Lead in the architectural design, build, and delivery of scalable data pipelines, APIs, and services at the core of QS Cerebrum
  • Build and own the data architecture and infrastructure for QS’s core products
  • Ensure data ingestion, transformation, quality, governance, and delivery of all core QS datasets
  • Define and embed engineering standards, governance and data quality measures into all pipelines
  • Actively develop engineers to deliver a high-performance culture in Data and Analytics
  • Collaborate with leaders across Data Science, Product and Technology to build the QS data platform
  • Guide team members while contributing to QS’s long-term strategic objectives
  • Own and drive the multi-year data engineering roadmap

Requirements

  • Proven ability to lead teams and deliver results in complex data or information services businesses
  • Wicked problem-solver who thrives in dynamic, evolving environments
  • Strategic communicator with strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Demonstrable business impact, balancing technical solutions with practical business needs
  • Strong Proficiency in SQL and Python, with hands-on experience in cloud data platforms (such as Snowflake or equivalent)
  • Strong experience with orchestration tools (e.g., Glue, Airflow, dbt)
  • Excellent understanding of data modeling concepts, including graph-based design
  • Familiarity with REST/GraphQL APIs and approaches to optimize data delivery and performance
  • Master’s degree of higher in a relevant field
Benefits
  • Competitive base salary
  • Access to an annual bonus scheme (for qualifying roles only)
  • 20 days annual leave, plus public holidays
  • Generous maternity and paternity leave
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and MiCare health
  • A vibrant social environment and multicultural and multinational culture
  • Free subscription to the Calm App
  • A focus on welfare led by a global wellness team
  • Access to various diversity and inclusion initiatives and group
  • Strong recognition and reward programs
  • Support for volunteering and study leave
  • Free subscription to LinkedIn learning
  • Options to join a global Mentorship programme
  • Brand new breakout and relaxing spaces in office

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Hard skills
SQLPythondata architecturedata pipelinesdata ingestiondata transformationdata qualitydata governancedata modelingREST APIs
Soft skills
leadershipproblem-solvingcommunicationinterpersonal skillsstrategic thinkingcollaborationteam developmenthigh-performance culturebusiness impactadaptability
Certifications
Master's degree