Data Analysis Specialist I

As a Data Analyst you will analyze raw data, developing and maintaining datasets and improving data quality and efficiency to support the business requirements. You will be reporting directly to IT Manager and you will be based at UOA Shah Alam.

Main Responsibilities

Data Engineering & Technical Skills

• Implement and support technical solutions in the data lake (data ingestion, integration frameworks).

• Collaborate with Senior Data Engineers to develop optimized data models, pipelines, and frameworks.

• Create and manage data models for PBI reporting and analytics.

• Troubleshoot and resolve data pipeline issues.

• Work within strong governance and in an agile, global environment.

• Proficient in SQL, Python, or Scala; familiar with data warehousing, and database systems (SQL/NoSQL).

• Learn and apply best practices in data engineering and architecture.

Project Management & Interpersonal Skills

• Assist in planning and coordinating data engineering projects.

• Document data pipelines and processes.

• Work with Data Analysts to gather requirements and align project goals.

• Track and report on project progress and milestones.

• Build and maintain relationships with Data Analysts and IT colleagues to meet customer service goals.

• Share responsibility with the team for timely delivery and effective collaboration.

• Communicate ideas clearly to colleagues with varying technical knowledge.

• Mentor interns and stay open to learning new tools and practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, Professional Degree, Computer Science/Information Technology or equivalent.

• Minimum 2 - 4 years of experience that includes ETL/ELT workflow experience in design, configuration, data mapping, extraction, transformation and loading and writing high performing code and maintaining it.

• Knowledge of programming languages such as Scala, Python, Sql

• Analytical and conceptual skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills, including technical writing

• Must have a strong systems and process orientation

• Must be comfortable working remotely and lack of face-to-face time with colleagues and managers

How we work: At PPG, we bring teams together to accelerate collaboration and career development, with in-person work Monday through Thursday and the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.

About us: 

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD®

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. 

The PPG Way 2030  

We are customer champions 

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

We act with purpose and speed 

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

We are excellent operators 

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

We compete to win 

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

We are PPG proud 

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to  https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.  

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com. 

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.  
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

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