#HIRING | Principal Engineer – MDM | Abu Dhabi, UAE

We are looking for an experienced Principal Engineer – Master Data Management (MDM) to lead enterprise MDM strategy, architecture, governance, and transformation initiatives for a leading organization in the Banking / Financial Services domain. Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Experience: 13+ Years | 15+ years preferred

Domain: Banking Technology: Oracle MDM Mandatory Skills Strong Oracle MDM experience Hands-on expertise across Siebel UCM, OEDQ, ODI / CBL Strong understanding of the complete MDM ecosystem Experience in Banking / Financial Services Expertise in MDM architecture, data governance, data quality, and master data models Strong leadership and stakeholder management experience Key Responsibilities• Define and lead the enterprise MDM strategy, roadmap, and governance• Own the end-to-end Oracle MDM service across domains and geographies• Drive data standardization, stewardship, and enterprise data quality frameworks• Ensure scalability, security, resilience, and performance of the MDM platform• Lead architecture, integration, and data flows across core banking, channels, and enterprise platforms• Drive large-scale MDM transformation and regulatory initiatives• Establish governance, audit readiness, and compliance aligned with CBUAE expectations• Enable advanced analytics, AI, and data monetization through trusted master data• Manage executive-level stakeholders across Business, IT, and Data functions• Oversee vendor strategy, contracts, delivery, and cost optimization• Ensure effective ITSM processes including Incident, Problem, and Change Management• Lead and mentor architects, technical leads, SMEs, and high-performing teams Ideal Candidate• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field• 15+ years of experience in Data Management / Enterprise Applications• 8+ years of hands-on MDM platform experience, preferably Oracle• Deep expertise in MDM architecture, governance, data quality, and data models• Strong Oracle ecosystem knowledge — UCM, OEDQ, ODI, EBS/Fusion, APIs amp; Middleware• Experience with large-scale transformation programs in regulated environments• Strong understanding of Cloud, Infrastructure amp; Enterprise Architecture• Proven leadership in global delivery, stakeholder management, and vendor management• Oracle / Cloud / Data Governance / ITIL certifications are an advantage

Job Title: Principal Engineer – MDM Job Location : Abu Dhabi(UAE) Experience Range : 13+ Years Mandatory Skills Oracle MDM experience. Knowledge and experience across CBL, UCM, and OEDQ. Ability to understand and lead all aspects of the MDM ecosystem. Banking domain experience. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Define and manage enterprise MDM strategy, roadmap, and governance aligned with business and regulatory priorities. Own end-to-end MDM service including Oracle MDM stack (Siebel UCM, OEDQ, ODI) across domains and geographies. Drive data standardization, stewardship models, and enterprise data quality frameworks. Ensure platform scalability, security, resilience, and performance across all environments. Oversee architecture, integration, and data flows across core banking, channels, and enterprise platforms. Lead large-scale MDM programs, transformations, and regulatory initiatives. Establish strong governance, audit readiness, and compliance with regulatory expectations (CBUAE, etc.). Drive advanced analytics, AI enablement, and data monetization through trusted master data. Manage stakeholders at executive level, aligning business, IT, and data offices. Oversee vendor strategy, contracts, delivery performance, and cost optimization. Ensure robust ITSM processes including incident, problem, and change management. Lead and mentor high-performing teams including architects, leads, and SMEs. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: Minimum Qualification Bachelor's in Computer Science / Information Systemsor related field (Master's preferred) 15+ years in Data Management / Enterprise Applications ▪ 8+ years hands-on with MDM platforms (Oracle preferred). Deep expertise in MDM architecture, data models, governance, and data quality frameworks. Strong Oracle ecosystem experience (UCM, OEDQ, ODI, EBS/Fusion, APIs, Middleware). Extensive experience in large-scale transformation programs and regulated environments (banking preferred). Strong understanding of cloud, infrastructure, and enterprise architecture. Proven leadership in stakeholder management, vendor management, and global delivery. Certifications in Oracle / Cloud / Data Governance / ITIL are preferred. Interested Apply now or share your profile at [HIDDEN TEXT] / LinkedIn ApplyTag someone who would be a great fit! Important Note: Profiles without direct and strong experience in the above key points will not be considered.#HIRING#PrincipalEngineer#MDM#MasterDataManagement#OracleMDM#Oracle#SiebelUCM#OEDQ#ODI#DataManagement#DataGovernance#DataQuality#DataArchitecture#BankingJobs#Banking#FinancialServices#UAEJobs#AbuDhabiJobs#TechJobs#ITJobs#DataJobs#Leadership#EnterpriseArchitecture#CBUAE

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