Data Engineer Intern

Job description / Role

Bayut and dubizzle have the unique distinction of being iconic, homegrown brands with a strong presence across the seven emirates in the UAE. Connecting millions of users across the country, we are committed to delivering the best online search experience.

As part of Dubizzle Group, we are alongside some of the strongest classified brands in the market. Together, our five brands have more than 123 million monthly users who trust us to provide the best platform for their needs.

As a data engineer intern, you will participate in exciting projects covering the end-to-end data lifecycle—from raw data integrations with primary and third-party systems through advanced data modelling to state-of-the-art data visualisation and the development of innovative data products.

You will have the opportunity to learn how to build and work with both batch and real-time data processing pipelines. You will work in a modern, cloud-based data warehousing environment alongside a diverse and dynamic team. You will liaise with other departments, including product and technology, core business verticals, trust and safety, and finance, to help them succeed.

Responsibilities

• Integrate raw data from primary and third-party systems.
• Model data warehouses for operational and application data layers.
• Develop in an Amazon Redshift cluster.
• Write SQL as part of an agile team workflow.
• Design and implement ETL processes in Matillion ETL.
• Design and implement data products that enable data-driven features and business solutions.
• Support data quality, system stability, and security.
• Follow coding standards for SQL, Python, and ETL design.
• Create data dashboards and advanced visualisations in Periscope Data, focusing on user experience, simplicity, and usability.
• Work with other departments on data products, including product and technology, marketing and growth, finance, core business, and advertising.
• Contribute to a strong team culture and the ambition to be at the cutting edge of big data.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics, or a related quantitative field.
• Knowledge of relational and dimensional data models.
• Knowledge of terminal operations and Linux workflows.
• Ability to communicate insights and findings to a non-technical audience.
• Good SQL skills across a variety of relational data warehousing technologies, especially cloud data warehouses such as Amazon Redshift, Google BigQuery, Snowflake, and Vertica.
• Attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to think creatively; highly driven and self-motivated, with strong curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning.

Benefits

• Contribute to a platform used by more than five million users in the UAE and other platforms across the region.
• Strengthen your résumé and build your network.
• Explore the opportunity to build a full-time career with a leading organisation in the region.
• Work in a multicultural environment with more than 60 nationalities.
• Access the company’s learning and development tools and courses.

Bayut and dubizzle are equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.