Senior BI Engineer - (Tableau Developer)
LocationDubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
SenioritySenior
Experience3+ yrs
DepartmentData Engineering
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedAug 7, 2026 · 2mo ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
8+ years of experience in Business Intelligence, Data Visualization, or Analytics Engineering
Minimum 3+ years of hands-on Tableau development experience within an enterprise environment
Experience working with large-scale enterprise reporting platforms
Experience supporting Digital Products, Enterprise Analytics, or Data Engineering initiatives
Exposure to cloud-based BI platforms and modern analytics ecosystems is an advantage
Skills
Tableau Desktop
Tableau Server
Tableau Cloud
Tableau Prep
SQL
Agile/Scrum
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Senior BI Engineer – Tableau Developer to join our Data Engineering chapter supporting Digital Products & Data & Analytics initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise-grade Tableau solutions that transform complex business data into intuitive, scalable, and actionable dashboards.
This role requires strong expertise in Tableau development, Tableau Server/Cloud administration, SQL, data modelling, performance optimization, and enterprise BI governance. The successful candidate will work closely with business stakeholders, analysts, and data engineers to deliver high-quality analytics solutions that support strategic and operational decision-making.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
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Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade Tableau dashboards, workbooks, and data sources.
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Build interactive, visually compelling, and high-performing dashboards that enable business users to make data-driven decisions.
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Develop and optimize:
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Calculated Fields
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Level of Detail (LOD) Expressions
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Table Calculations
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Parameters
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Dashboard Actions
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Design efficient Tableau data models aligned with business and analytical requirements.
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Write optimized SQL queries to support Tableau reporting and analytical workloads.
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Connect Tableau to multiple data sources including:
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SQL databases
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Live Connections
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Tableau Extracts
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Enterprise Data Warehouses
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Blend and integrate multiple data sources while ensuring:
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Data accuracy
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Data consistency
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Data freshness
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Implement and manage:
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Row-Level Security (RLS)
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User Permissions
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Data Governance
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Secure Data Access
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Publish, maintain, and manage Tableau content on Tableau Server and Tableau Cloud.
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Configure schedules, refreshes, permissions, and version control in accordance with enterprise governance standards.
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Collaborate closely with Data Engineers to improve upstream data pipelines and reporting performance.
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Ensure dashboards follow enterprise visualization standards, accessibility guidelines, and Tableau best practices.
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Optimize dashboard performance through efficient calculations, query tuning, and workbook design.
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Contribute reusable Tableau assets including:
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Dashboard Templates
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Custom Themes
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Colour Palettes
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Custom Shapes
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Reusable Components
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Participate in Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
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Troubleshoot reporting issues, optimize performance, and provide production support for Tableau solutions.
Required Technical Skills
Tableau
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Tableau Desktop
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Tableau Server
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Tableau Cloud
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Tableau Prep
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Dashboard Development
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Workbook Development
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Data Source Development
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Dashboard Performance Optimization
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Dashboard Design Best Practices
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Storytelling with Data
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Tableau Administration (basic to intermediate)
Advanced Tableau Features
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Calculated Fields
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Level of Detail (LOD) Expressions
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Table Calculations
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Parameters
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Filters
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Dashboard Actions
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Sets
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Groups
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Custom SQL
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Row-Level Security (RLS)
Database & SQL
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Strong SQL development skills
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Query optimization
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Data modelling
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Data blending
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Data integration
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Working with large enterprise datasets
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Live Connections
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Tableau Extracts
BI & Data Engineering
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Enterprise Reporting
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Data Visualization
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Data Analytics
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Data Governance
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Information Design
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Performance Optimization
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Data Quality
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Metadata Management
Required Competencies
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
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Ability to translate business requirements into scalable BI solutions.
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Strong understanding of enterprise reporting and dashboard governance.
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Experience working in Agile/Scrum delivery environments.
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Strong attention to detail with focus on accuracy and usability.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities within fast-paced delivery environments.
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Strong collaboration skills with business users, analysts, and data engineering teams.
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Passion for delivering intuitive and impactful data visualizations.
Preferred Experience
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8+ years of experience in Business Intelligence, Data Visualization, or Analytics Engineering.
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Minimum 3+ years of hands-on Tableau development experience within an enterprise environment.
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Experience working with large-scale enterprise reporting platforms.
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Experience supporting Digital Products, Enterprise Analytics, or Data Engineering initiatives.
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Exposure to cloud-based BI platforms and modern analytics ecosystems is an advantage.
Preferred Certifications
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Tableau Desktop Specialist
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Tableau Certified Data Analyst
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Tableau Certified Professional (preferred)
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Any relevant Data Analytics or Business Intelligence certification