Senior Data Engineer - Kafka Streams (Remote)

This job can be done entirely remotely within the EU.

Join our client, a dynamic EdTech company that empowers individuals to achieve their life goals through transformative educational services. With a high social impact, you'll be part of meaningful work that makes a difference. Boasting a team of 150+ tech experts, our client constantly innovates to improve their business and customer experience.As a Data Engineer, you'll collaborate with the Data team to build cutting-edge digital platforms. Thrive in an international work environment that embraces change and be part of a team dedicated to reshaping the future of education by delivering real-time, actionable insights for users.

Responsibilities: - Design/implement scalable data pipelines using Kafka, dbt, Airbyte, Snowflake, etc. - Ensure correctness and reliability of real-time insights. - Mentor and guide team members on data engineering best practices. - Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure delivery.

The work environment: - Remote-first, the cross-functional team across Europe. - Agile practices, collaboration, knowledge-sharing. - Emphasis on social aspects and having fun.

Ideal candidate: - Hands-on experience with Kafka and other data processing technologies. - Proficient in designing/implementing data pipelines. - Can code in Python, Java, or Scala; proficient in SQL. - Strong communication skills (written and verbal).

Bonus: - Experience in collaborative data teams. - Familiarity with modern data ingestion/transformation tools. - Experience with cloud-based data processing (e.g., Snowflake). - Knowledge of ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, Tensorflow) or willingness to learn. - Awareness of data governance procedures.