Data modeling experience (star schema, dimensional modeling)
ETL/ELT experience — building and troubleshooting data pipelines feeding BI layers
Ability to gather requirements directly from business stakeholders and translate into dashboards/reports (this is the consultant half — not just a report-builder)
DAX or equivalent calculation-language proficiency (if Power BI-centric)
GOOD TO HAVE
Experience with Microsoft Fabric or similar unified analytics platforms
Exposure to Python or R for advanced analytics feeding into BI layers
Experience presenting to executive/C-level audiences
Domain experience in operations/logistics/parking/municipal data
Arabic language skills
Familiarity with data governance/row-level security implementation
Prior consulting background (used to client-facing engagements, scoping, and stakeholder management)