Remote Senior Data Engineer (Remote, India)

Description:

• This is a remote permanent position for those based in India.
• NearForm builds digital products that enhance user experiences and help enterprises improve their workflows and customer experiences.
• The Senior Data Engineer will help enterprise clients translate their requirements into functional and appealing interactive applications.
• Responsibilities include designing and building data pipelines and solutions using Python, Pyspark, SQL, and Databricks.
• The role involves supporting system design, development, and maintenance while ensuring personal technical quality standards.
• The engineer will assist in defining structured practices, particularly in source code management, building, and deployment.
• Responsibilities also include designing and implementing data storage solutions, executing automated tests, troubleshooting applications, and optimizing for speed and scalability.
• The engineer will collaborate with client teams, support the Delivery Architect in project execution, and write documentation and guides.
• The role requires following new technologies and contributing to NearForm tooling and open-source projects while embracing the NearForm culture.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have experience delivering at a Senior Developer level in an enterprise environment.
• Practical experience in an agile environment is required.
• A deep understanding of server-side code, particularly in Python and SQL, is essential.
• Production experience with Snowflake or Databricks platforms is necessary.
• Candidates should have a deep understanding of ELT/ETL pipelines, relational and document data stores, and modern web services.
• Familiarity with modern testing methodologies, version control tools like Git, and tools such as AWS serverless compute is required.
• Understanding of security, performance considerations, and architectural patterns in AWS/GCP/Azure is important.
• Candidates should possess excellent analytical, multitasking, communication, and collaboration skills, along with empathy and people skills.
• Optional experience includes knowledge of FastAPI, Pydantic, Flask, Django, and other programming languages like JavaScript and Java.

Benefits:

• Employees can work remotely, with a strong commitment to work/life balance.
• The flexible working culture allows employees to manage their work around personal commitments.
• NearForm offers a Wellness Hub that provides resources and support for employee wellbeing, including a confidential advice line for various personal issues.
• The company promotes a tightly-knit team culture, with opportunities for in-person gatherings at annual retreats.