Lead Data Engineer (Python) - Remote Work

BairesDev; São Paulo; Remote; BRL 602,000 - 903,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote

USD or local currency pay

Hardware and software setup for home

Flexible hours

Paid parental leaves, vacations and Hs

Global, multicultural team

Mentorship and growth opportunities

Job summary

BairesDev is seeking a Lead Data Engineer (Python) to spearhead robust data pipelines and mentor engineering talent. You will align complex requirements with scalable backend architecture and guide a team of developers toward high-quality data solutions.

The role emphasizes design and optimization of ETL/ELT pipelines, orchestration with Temporal or Airflow, and collaboration with stakeholders across the organization. 100% remote with flexible hours and global collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of data engineering experience.
• Strong Python development capabilities.
• Proven expertise in workflow orchestration (Temporal/Airflow).
• Experience with SQL Server and data extraction techniques.
• Mentor and guide engineering teams; align with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of developers, fostering technical growth and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Design, construct, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines to automate data ingestion and transformation processes.
• Architect and manage complex workflow orchestration systems to streamline data processing workflows.
• Drive database optimization and efficient extraction strategies across enterprise database environments.
• Oversee migration and modernization of legacy data pipelines into advanced architectures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to define engineering standards and roadmaps.

Skills

Data engineering

Python development

Team mentoring

Stakeholder alignment

English proficiency

Tools

Temporal

Airflow

SQL Server

Talend

Job description

At BairesDev®, we've been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley.

Our diverse 4,000+ team, composed of the world's Top 1% of tech talent, works remotely on roles that drive significant impact worldwide.

When you apply for this position, you're taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary. We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies, setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success.

Lead Data Engineer (Python) at BairesDev

As a Lead Data Engineer (Python), you will spearhead the design and optimization of robust data pipelines while guiding engineering talent to deliver high-quality data solutions. You will serve as a key technical champion, aligning complex operational requirements with scalable backend architecture.

What You'll Do:

• - Lead and mentor a team of developers, fostering technical growth and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• - Design, construct, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines to automate data ingestion and transformation processes.
• - Architect and manage complex workflow orchestration systems to streamline data processing workflows.
• - Drive database optimization and efficient extraction strategies across enterprise database environments.
• - Oversee the migration and modernization of legacy data pipelines into advanced architectures.
• - Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to define engineering standards and technical roadmaps.

What we are looking for:

• - 5+ years of experience in Data Engineering, Python Development, or a related field.
• - Proven expertise in workflow orchestration using Temporal, Airflow, or equivalent.
• - Strong hands-on experience with SQL Server, stored procedures, and data extraction.
• - Experience with data pipeline design and migration using tools like Talend or Airflow.
• - Demonstrated ability in team mentoring and stakeholder alignment.
• - Advanced proficiency in English.

How we do make your work (and your life) easier:

• - 100% remote work (from anywhere).
• - Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred
• - Hardware and software setup for you to work from home.
• - Flexible hours: create your own schedule.
• - Paid parental leaves, vacations, and holidays.
• - Innovative and multicultural work environment: collaborate and learn from the global Top 1% of talent.
• - Supportive environment with mentorship, promotions, skill development, and diverse growth opportunities.