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Staff Data Engineer

Robots and Pencils
Location
Bogota, Colombia / Argentina (Remote Friendly)
Posted
23 days ago
Department
Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 7+ years of professional data engineering experience
  • Strong system architecture background with expertise in distributed data systems
  • Expert proficiency in Python, Scala, and SQL
  • Deep expertise with cloud-native data platforms and enterprise data warehousing
  • Strong expertise in data pipeline orchestration and processing
  • Strong experience with streaming platforms and real-time data processing (e.g., Kafka, Kinesis, Pub/Sub)
Nice to have
  • Experience with data mesh or data fabric concepts, lakehouse architectures, or governance framework implementation
What the job really is

As a Staff Data Engineer at Robots & Pencils, you will lead the design and implementation of scalable data platforms, including data lakes and pipelines, while ensuring data quality and governance. You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with various teams on data strategy, and utilize modern AI tools to enhance productivity. Your role will involve making critical architectural decisions and driving the modernization of data platforms to meet enterprise needs.

Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • The role requires a strong focus on both technical and leadership skills
  • Emphasis on fast-paced delivery may lead to high-pressure situations
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