Company Description Q-market is a growing organization focused on leveraging data to optimize market performance and operational efficiency. Based in Cairo, Egypt, the company aims to transform complex information into clear insights that support strategic decision-making. Q-market values innovation, accuracy, and collaboration, and encourages employees to contribute ideas that improve data processes and business outcomes. Team members work in a dynamic environment where data-driven thinking is central to product development and organizational strategy. Role Description The Director, Data Cycle will oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of data within Q-market, ensuring data is collected, stored, processed, and utilized efficiently and securely. This full-time, on-site role in Cairo, Egypt includes leading the data strategy, defining governance frameworks, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to align data practices with business goals. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing data acquisition and integration, monitoring data quality, optimizing data pipelines and workflows, and identifying opportunities to improve analytics and reporting. The Director will also supervise data teams, establish standards and best practices, and partner with leadership to support strategic initiatives through robust data insights. The role requires a hands-on approach to solving complex data challenges while mentoring team members and promoting a culture of data excellence. Qualifications Strong experience in data lifecycle management, including data collection, storage, integration, and archiving. Proficiency in data governance, data quality frameworks, and compliance with relevant data regulations and standards. Hands-on expertise with databases, data warehousing, ETL/ELT tools, and modern data pipeline architectures. Demonstrated ability to use analytics and business intelligence tools to generate actionable insights and performance metrics. Proven leadership experience managing data or analytics teams, with the ability to set strategy and drive execution. Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and stakeholder communication skills, including the ability to explain complex data topics clearly. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field. Experience working in market intelligence, retail, or a similar data-rich environment is an advantage. Ability to work on-site in Cairo, Egypt and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.