Data Analyst – Databricks AI/BI & FinOps

Job description / Role

Synopsis

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on data analyst – Databricks to help build, optimize, and enhance our modern data and analytics environment.

The successful candidate will bring a strong combination of Databricks data engineering, Azure FinOps and cost optimization, data analysis, and visualization experience. You will work with large and complex datasets, develop scalable data pipelines, provide actionable insights, and collaborate closely with technical and business stakeholders to ensure data is accessible, reliable, and cost-efficient.

This is an opportunity for someone who can bridge data engineering and analytics, translating complex data into meaningful insights while helping optimize the performance and cost of our Azure and Databricks environment.

Accountabilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and architectures within Databricks and Azure.
• Ingest, transform, and analyze structured and unstructured data from multiple sources.
• Develop datasets and analytical solutions supporting business intelligence, reporting, analytics, and data science.
• Analyze Azure and Databricks consumption and costs, identifying opportunities for FinOps optimization and improved resource efficiency.
• Develop dashboards and visualizations that translate complex datasets into clear, actionable business insights.
• Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver fit-for-purpose data solutions.
• Automate manual data processes and continuously improve data delivery, quality, and platform performance.
• Support data governance, including data quality, cataloging, lineage, and compliance.
• Monitor data pipelines and platform performance to ensure availability, reliability, and scalability.
• Communicate technical findings and recommendations effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

Education and experience

• At least four years of relevant data engineering, data analytics, or data platform experience.
• Hands-on experience with Databricks BI and visualization capabilities, particularly Databricks Genie. Candidates without direct Databricks Genie experience may also be considered if they demonstrate strong Databricks engineering, data analysis, visualization, and Azure FinOps expertise, along with the ability to quickly develop Genie capability.
• Practical Azure FinOps and cloud cost optimization experience, including analyzing consumption, identifying cost drivers, and recommending optimization opportunities.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Azure and Azure Databricks.
• Strong hands-on Databricks data engineering experience, including building and maintaining production data pipelines.
• Strong data analysis and visualization capabilities, with experience turning complex datasets into meaningful business insights.
• Strong Python and SQL skills for data engineering and analytical workloads.
• Experience developing and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines and working with large, complex datasets.
• Good understanding of data warehousing, data modeling, and data quality principles.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate technical information into clear business recommendations.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, engineering, information technology, or a related discipline.

Additional information

Etihad Airways is more than the UAE’s national airline—we’re shaping the future of global aviation. From our hub in Abu Dhabi, we connect people across continents and cultures while driving our “Journey 2030” ambition to double our fleet, expand our network, and grow our people for a new era of excellence. Join us and become part of a vision where the world is your workplace and extraordinary experiences take flight.

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About the Company

Etihad Airways is the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates. The airline was set up by a Royal Decree in July 2003, with Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, as its hub. Etihad started commercial operations in November 2003.

With Etihad, everyone who flies with us is welcomed as our guest.

This simple credo illuminates everything we do, from big things like making sure that our fleet is one of the most advanced in the sky, to small touches like letting you choose the films you watch.

Were proud to be the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates. At the crossroads between Europe and Asia, our home reflects our commitment to bringing the world closer together - as does our highly cosmopolitan staff.