South Geeks is hiring a
Senior Data Engineer, Remote - Worldwide

Summary

The job is for a Senior Data Engineer role at an innovative startup focusing on data engineering and AI/ML initiatives. The role requires 5+ years of experience, proficiency in SQL, familiarity with various data pipeline and ETL tools, big data technologies, cloud platforms, strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and teamwork skills. Responsibilities include designing and developing scalable data pipelines, optimizing data storage solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring data integrity, monitoring data pipelines, and mentoring junior engineers.

Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years in data engineering or a related field
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases; expertise in data pipeline and ETL tools (e.g., Apache Airflow, AWS Glue); familiarity with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, Kafka); programming skills in Python, Java, or Scala
• Cloud Platforms: Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their data services

Responsibilities

• Design & Develop: Create and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL processes, ensuring they meet current and future needs
• Optimize & Implement: Develop and optimize data storage solutions, including data warehouses and data lakes
• Collaborate: Work closely with data scientists and engineers to integrate data solutions and support machine learning efforts
• Ensure Quality: Maintain data integrity through rigorous testing and validation
• Monitor & Troubleshoot: Oversee data pipelines to ensure high performance and reliability
• Mentor: Guide and support junior engineers, fostering a culture of growth and learning

Benefits

• Long-term projects
• 100% remote work
• Payment in USD
• PTO
• English lessons
• Technical training
• Career Coaching