Senior Data Software Engineer
EPAM Systems
Senior Data Software Engineer Description
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Data Software Engineer with expertise in full-stack development and an automation-first approach to engineering within a modern cloud data warehouse stack (BigQuery/Databricks).
This role entails designing and building scalable, production-grade data infrastructure while collaborating closely with Engineers, Data Analysts, and Data Scientists to provide real-time insights and enable data-driven decision-making for senior leadership. The ideal candidate is a hands-on developer who thrives in a code-driven environment, with a strong focus on automation, performance optimization, and adherence to clean code principles.
We accept CVs in English only.
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Responsibilities
- Design and develop high-performance, fault-tolerant data pipelines using Python and SQL with an emphasis on scalability and automation
- Architect end-to-end production-grade data solutions, integrating ingestion, transformation, and model deployment workflows
- Build and maintain real-time streaming pipelines and batch data workflows leveraging BigQuery/Databricks, Apache Airflow, and DBT
- Write clean, modular code with a focus on reusability and automating manual data engineering tasks
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions, focusing on automation-friendly approaches
- Implement tools for monitoring, logging, and alerting to ensure the reliability and scalability of data pipelines
- Integrate data workflows with broader application development efforts, merging backend and business logic
- Contribute to design discussions around architecture, pipelines, and cloud infrastructure in data engineering projects
Requirements
- BS/MS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in production-grade data engineering, with a focus on full-stack development and automation
- Proficiency in Python, SQL, and data frameworks such as Spark/PySpark for large-scale data processing
- Expertise in modern Cloud Data Warehousing tools such as BigQuery or Databricks, with understanding of cloud-native architectures (AWS/GCP/Azure)
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and testing frameworks
- Competency in containerization and orchestration technologies like Docker and Kubernetes for scalable data applications
- Understanding of workflow orchestration with tools like Apache Airflow and DBT to automate pipelines
- Familiarity with event-driven architectures and streaming technologies (Kafka, Kinesis, or similar)
- Background in Agile, DevOps, or DataOps methodologies, including infrastructure as code (Terraform, Pulumi)
- Strong communication skills in English, meeting at least a B2 proficiency level
Nice to have
- Experience using MySQL and visualization tools such as Looker/Tableau, or working with large-scale analytics platforms like Amplitude, Snowplow, or Segment
- Hands-on cloud DevOps expertise with AWS, GCP, or Azure
- Basic Linux/Unix system administration and shell scripting skills
- Familiarity with machine learning pipelines, MLOps practices, and deploying ML models
- Experience implementing real-time analytics solutions and streaming technologies like Apache Flink or Spark Streaming
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.