We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Big Data Engineer to join an exciting project focused on rearchitecting an on-premises Ruby application, ETL pipelines, and underlying data storage and reports to a cloud-native AWS environment.

Our client is a world-renowned technology company from Silicon Valley, focused on revolutionizing data systems. You will work with world-class experts and technologies in the heart of Silicon Valley, developing products and services that billions of people use every day.

We accept CVs in English only.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable ETL pipelines in a cloud-native AWS environment
• Develop and maintain data processing workflows using Python, Spark, and Airflow
• Optimize data storage solutions and implement advanced data management strategies using AWS and Redshift
• Ensure the platform meets non-functional requirements by defining robust testing strategies and execution plans
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and maintain decision and change logs, ensuring consistent communication and tracking of technical decisions
• Proactively identify opportunities to enhance the quality of the product while managing scope effectively
• Monitor and fine-tune data pipelines for performance, scalability, and maintainability
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members, promoting best practices in data engineering
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in data workflows and pipelines

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience working in Big Data engineering roles
• Strong data engineering and overall engineering skills, including expertise in testing and quality assurance
• Proficiency in Python
• Background in Spark, Airflow, and AWS technologies like Redshift
• Proven experience in decision-making processes with the ability to document and maintain decision and change logs
• Understanding of strategies to meet non-functional requirements such as performance, scalability, and testing
• Capability to design solutions that enhance product quality without significantly increasing scope
• Excellent command of English (B2+ level), both written and spoken

Nice to have

• Knowledge of Ruby, Iceberg, Trino, Cassandra, and Tableau

We offer

• Learning Culture - We want you to be the best version of yourself, that is why we offer unlimited access to learning platforms, a wide range of internal courses, and all the knowledge you need to grow professionally
• Health Coverage - Health and wellness are important, that is why we have you and up to four family members in a premiere health plan. We have a couple of options, so you can choose what is best for you and your family
• Visual Benefit - Seeing your work for us would be a sight for sore eyes. We want your vision to always be at 100% which is why we offer up to $200.000 COP for any visual health expenses
• Life Insurance Plan - We have partnered with MetLife to offer a full-coverage Ife insurance plan. So, your family is covered, even if you are gone
• Medical Leave Coverage - We are one of the few companies that cover 100% of your medical leave, for up to 90 days. Your health is the most important thing to us
• Professional Growth Opportunities - We have designed a highly competitive and complete development process, where you will have all the tools to get where you have always wanted to be, personally and professionally
• Stock Option Purchase Plan - As an EPAMer you can be more than just an employee, you will also have the opportunity to purchase stock at a reduced price and become a part owner of our organization
• Additional Income - Besides your regular salary, you will also have the chance to earn extra income by referring talent, being a technical interviewer, and many more ways
• Community Benefit - You will be part of a worldwide community of over 50,000 employees, where you can learn, challenge yourself, stand out, and share your knowledge and experience with multicultural teams!

Please note that even though you are applying for this position, you may be offered other projects to join within EPAM.

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.