Data Engineer

About Keystone AIFor more than two decades, Keystone AI has been a premier, tech‑forward strategy and economics consulting firm, helping leading technology companies, global brands, and top law firms solve their most complex challenges in competition, strategy, and regulation.Our founders believed that modern consulting should integrate economics, strategy, and technology to drive true digital transformation and business model innovation. That’s what we call our “Triad of Skills.” Keystone brings this interdisciplinary approach to the forefront of influential technology cases, changing consumer behavior and regulation laws and impacting society on a global scale, by leveraging the intersection of economics, technology, and business strategy to deliver transformative ideas. As we rapidly expand globally, we are redefining what a consulting firm can be.Antitrust & CompetitionFinancial Economics, Tax, and Securities (FETS)Intellectual Property (IP)Information Strategy, Risk and Regulation (ISRR)Healthcare and Life SciencesTechnical InvestigationsBehavioral InsightsStrategy ConsultingData Engineer - DubaiAs a Data Engineer, you will design, build, and optimize data systems that power high‑impact analytical and forensic engagements. You will bridge technical innovation and strategic insight, helping client teams unlock value through scalable, defensible, and data‑driven solutions.The rolePartnering with consultants and investigators to architect secure, high‑performance data infrastructure across cloud environmentsDeveloping reproducible data ingestion pipelines and analytical workflows that transform raw data into strategic insights for clients in regulated sectorsBuilding custom software and APIs to automate data discovery, integrate large language models (LLMs), and support digital investigationsLeveraging modern ETL/ELT pipelines, SQL, and big data technologies to enable efficient processing from diverse data sourcesImplementing tools and libraries that enhance scalability, auditability, and delivery efficiency for technical investigationsSupporting AI/ML‑driven analysis, including model fine‑tuning, evaluation, and deployment (for example vector databases, retrieval‑augmented generation systems)Advising on data governance, cybersecurity, and compliance standards relevant to the MENA regionCollaborating closely with cross‑functional teams across data science, forensic analysis, and regulatory strategy to deliver innovative client outcomesQualificationsProven experience in data engineering, data science, or ETL/ELT workflows involving large and complex datasetsProficiency with one or more major cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and related data services (for example Lambda, Bedrock, Vertex AI)Advanced working knowledge of Python, R, and SQL for data manipulation and analysisHands‑on experience with machine learning libraries and frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit‑learn, Hugging Face, and OpenAI APIFamiliarity with data orchestration tools such as Airflow, dbt, Prefect, or Luigi, and big data platforms such as Snowflake, Spark, or BigQueryUnderstanding of software development lifecycle principles, version control (Git), and CI/CD pipelinesExposure to AI/ML/NLP concepts and implementation in production systemsExperience or interest in digital investigations, compliance analytics, or forensic data work is an advantageBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred)Ability to work across cultures and time zones in a dynamic consulting environmentPassion for learning, innovation, and solving complex problems in a fast‑evolving regionWhy Keystone AIWork on frontier matters shaping the future of AI, data, and digital regulationCollaborate with leading academics and experts from institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, MIT, and WhartonApply a unique blend of management science and computer science to real‑world challenges across technology, litigation, policy, and strategyThrive in a culture defined by collaboration, curiosity, and excellence – where your ideas have direct, tangible impactSalary Range: Competitive with an annual discretionary bonus, pension contribution, and competitive benefits package. Actual compensation within the range will depend upon the level the individual is hired into based on their skills, experience, and qualifications.At Keystone we believe diversity matters. At every level of our firm, we seek to advance and promote diversity, foster an inclusive culture, and ensure our colleagues have a deep sense of respect and belonging. If you are interested in growing your career with colleagues from varied backgrounds and cultures, consider Keystone AI.Seniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeFull‑timeJob functionInformation TechnologyIndustriesBusiness Consulting and Services#J-18808-Ljbffr