Senior Data Engineer

Summary

Join Blend, a thriving tech company with over 10 years of experience in big data, and contribute to a cutting-edge project revolutionizing cost estimation for building projects using LLMs, computer vision, and advanced data pipelines. As a Senior Data Engineer, you will design and implement LLM-based solutions, develop computer vision models, build data pipelines using Azure, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. You will also mentor junior team members and ensure seamless model deployment and monitoring. The position offers flexible working options and a range of benefits, including daily lunches, gourmet meals, equipment, snacks, after-office events, and professional development opportunities. The ideal candidate possesses 5+ years of experience in a similar role and strong skills in Python, cloud services, LLMs, and computer vision.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
• Solid programming skills in Python
• Hands-on expertise in Cloud services and data pipeline development (Azure preferred, AWS and/or GCP are also valued)
• Experience in LLMs (training, fine-tuning, or RAG) and/or computer vision projects
• Strong skills in DevOps/MLOps for deployment and monitoring of machine learning models
• Ability to work across disciplines, combining data engineering and data science
• Excellent written and verbal English for clear and effective communication with the team
• 5+ years of experience in similar roles

Responsibilities

• Design and implement LLM-based solutions for tasks such as blueprint interpretation and cost estimation
• Develop and optimize computer vision models for processing architectural drawings and other visual inputs
• Fine-tune LLMs and build RAG systems for efficient data retrieval and contextual understanding
• Build, maintain, and optimize data pipelines using Azure
• Design scalable solutions for integrating, processing, and storing diverse data types
• Support MLOps/DevOps processes to ensure seamless model deployment and monitoring
• Work closely with analysts, data scientists, and engineers to integrate models into production systems
• Provide mentorship and senior oversight to junior team members, ensuring high-quality deliverables

Preferred Qualifications

Experience leading technical teams or mentoring junior staff

Benefits

• Every day lunches! (headquarters)
• Vegetarian, vegan, gluten and sugar free options
• Gourmet meals every Friday with our on-site chef!
• Flexible working options to help you strike the right balance
• All the equipment you need to harness your talent (Macbook and accessories)
• Snacks and beverages available everyday (headquarters)
• After office events, football, tennis and game nights (headquarters)
• AWS Certifications (we are AWS Partners)
• Study plans, courses and other certifications
• English Lessons
• Learn from your teammates on our Tech Tuesdays!
• Mentoring and Development opportunities to shape your career path
• Anniversary and birthday gifts
• Great location and even greater teammates!