Senior Data Engineer

Role : Senior Data Engineer

Location : Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Job type : Full time, permanent

Working arrangement : Hybrid – 2 days in office per week.

About QS

At QS we empower motivated people around the world to fulfil their potential through higher education. We believe in flexible working, collaboration, respect, and support. Our mission is to empower people worldwide and make a positive impact in the higher education sector.

Role Overview

As a Senior Data Engineer you will design, build, and deliver scalable data pipelines, APIs, and services at the core of QS Cerebrum, enterprise analytics and AI platforms. You will lead engineering standards, embed governance and data quality, and mentor fellow engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and creation of robust data models and structures that lay the foundation for reliable analytics.
• Develop and maintain efficient data pipelines that integrate real‑time and streaming data.
• Launch and optimise data delivery solutions, providing secure, scalable access to information.
• Improve data quality and transparency by embedding rigorous validation and documentation.
• Support the enrichment of knowledge graphs by modelling relationships and resolving entities.
• Apply business acumen to interpret complex data needs, ensuring every technical solution adds measurable value.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to uphold data integrity, manage schemas, and ensure compliance.
• Mentor and guide team members, sharing expertise and encouraging skill development.
• Document processes and workflows thoroughly, promoting consistency and ongoing improvement.
• Take ownership of any additional responsibilities within the role’s scope, including tasks that may arise outside standard business hours.

Key Skills & Experience

Benefits

Application

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Equal Opportunities

QS Quacquarelli Symonds is proud to be a fair and equal organisation where everyone has the same opportunity to achieve their full potential, irrespective of background or personal attributes. We celebrate diversity and believe in continuous learning and mutual support.

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