Middle+/Senior Data Engineer (Python)

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*instinctools is a software development company that provides custom software solutions for businesses of all sizes. Our team works closely with clients to understand their specific needs and provide personalized solutions that meet their business requirements.

*instinctools is looking for a Middle+/Senior Data Engineer (Python) for one of our clients.

Location: remote

Client is a global mobility and urban services platform that allows users to book rides or other services and negotiate the fare directly with the service provider. It offers a variety of services including ride-hailing, intercity travel, delivery, and task assistance, operating in over 700 cities across 47 countries and is the second most downloaded mobility app in the world.

Duration of cooperation: 6-12 months+

Tasks:

Data Engineering & Infrastructure (Core Focus):
– Design, develop, and maintain end-to-end data pipelines (ETL/ELT) from diverse source systems to the Data Warehouse.
– Build scalable and cost-efficient infrastructure for storing and processing large datasets within our cloud environment.
– Implement and advance systems for monitoring, alerting, and automated validation of data flows and Data Quality.
– Participate in system design and data architecture evolution, focusing on performance, resilience, and security.
– Proactively optimize existing data pipelines and DWH queries for efficiency and cost reduction.
Collaboration & Documentation:
– Collaborate closely with Data Analysts to technically clarify requirements for data delivery and transformation logic.
– Conduct root cause analysis of data quality incidents and develop sustainable engineering solutions to prevent recurrence.
– Create and maintain technical documentation covering DWH schemas, pipeline architecture, and data lineage.

Our expectations of the ideal candidate:

Expert proficiency in Python 3.7+ (for pipeline development) and SQL (advanced level).
Deep understanding of multi-layered DWH architecture (e.g., Raw, ODS/Staging, Data Marts).
Extensive experience building ETLs with Airflow 2
Excellent knowledge of OOP, design patterns, clean architecture
Professional experience with a major cloud data platform, specifically with Object Storage services (e.g., Google Cloud Storage, Amazon S3, or Azure Blob Storage).
Experience working with a Cloud Data Warehouse (e.g., Google BigQuery, Snowflake, or Redshift).
Mandatory experience with Git for version control and collaborative development.

Nice-to-haves:

Experience designing and working with high-load/low-latency data systems or message brokers (e.g., Kafka, PubSub).
Professional proficiency in DevOps practices and CI/CD automation (e.g., GitHub Actions, GitLab CI).
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), particularly Terraform.
Understanding of and experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
Participating in testing, acceptance of developed functionality, and investigation of data quality incidents.

Soft skills:

Strong self-management: ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Proactive and ownership-driven mindset
Effective and clear communication, including in distributed teams
Collaborative, open to feedback, and focused on shared goals
Strong problem-solving skills, especially in ambiguous contexts
High attention to detail and code quality
Adaptability to shifting priorities and new technologies

English: Upper-Intermediate or higher

Working time zone: CET

We offer:

flexible working time
professional and ambitious team
learning opportunities, seminars and conferences and time for exploring new technologies
co-funding for language courses (English)

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Developers

*instinctools is a developer of IT solutions for Western Europe. We have over 350 projects in our portfolio. The spheres are different – from healthcare and medicine, training and education, to digital advertising, economics and IT. For the software implementation and maintenance across such a number of projects, competent developers are important.

We use a modern technology stack, the key of which are:

Javascript, ReactJS, Angular, Node.js, Golang, Python, Java, iOS, Android, Blockchain, AWS.

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*instinctools Poland
We have had a representative office in Poland (Warsaw) since 2021. Our Polish team consists of highly qualified and experienced specialists – most of them are Middle to Senior level Developers.
Right now we’re on the lookout for bright and innovative minds to join our professional team!

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