Chief Data Engineer

EPAM Systems; Colombia; Remote; COP 108,000,000 - 132,000,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to join a high-performing agile squad building scalable data solutions for trading platforms and financial reporting. You will design, build, and maintain data integration and warehousing, optimize ETL/ELT pipelines, and contribute to architecture, governance, and CI/CD practices.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in data engineering, strong SQL/Snowflake/AWS skills, Python proficiency, and experience with BI tools.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional experience in Data Engineering.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL, Snowflake, and Data Warehousing concepts.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data integration and data warehousing solutions.
• Translate user stories into robust technical solutions using cloud and data technologies.
• Develop and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines for financial data and investment data.
• Build and maintain SQL-based database objects (views, procedures, functions).
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to solution architecture and governance.

Skills

SQL & Data Warehousing

Cloud data engineering

Python for data processing

Agile delivery

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

Snowflake

AWS

GitHub/Bitbucket

CI/CD

Power BI

Job description

We're looking for a highly driven Lead Data Engineer to become part of a high-performing agile team that supports a prominent investment management organization. This position suits an experienced data professional who possesses strong expertise in modern data platforms, cloud technologies, and financial data integration. The chosen candidate will serve as the voice of Data Engineering within a cross-functional squad, helping design, build, and deliver scalable data solutions that support trading platforms, reporting systems, and investment operations.ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and maintain scalable data integration and data warehousing solutionsCollaborate with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, Business Analysts, SMEs, and Engineers to analyze and refine business requirementsTranslate user stories into robust technical solutions using modern cloud and data technologiesDevelop and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines for processing financial and investment dataBuild and maintain SQL-based database objects, including views, stored procedures, and functionsEstablish and support data integration workflows across enterprise platformsContribute to solution architecture, technical design discussions, and implementation effortsUphold high standards of data quality, performance, security, and governanceParticipate actively in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, estimation, retrospectives, and showcasesPresent completed solutions and communicate their business value to stakeholdersSupport the implementation of CI/CD processes and drive continuous improvement in deployment practicesMentor team members and promote engineering best practicesRequirementsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in Data EngineeringAdvanced proficiency in SQL, Snowflake, and Data Warehousing concepts and architecturesPractical experience with AWS cloud servicesStrong Python skills for data processing and ETL developmentFamiliarity with source control systems such as GitHub or BitbucketExperience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelinesStrong understanding of Agile delivery methodologiesExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsAbility to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a teamEnglish proficiency at B2 level or higherNice to haveExperience with Power BI or similar business intelligence and reporting toolsSkills in API development and integrationFamiliarity with investment, asset management, or financial services dataExperience supporting trading, reporting, accounting, or general ledger platformsExposure to AWS Glue, Athena, Lambda, S3, REST APIs, and SnapLogicExperience working within scaled Agile frameworksWe offerInternational projects with top brandsWork with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peersHealthcare benefitsEmployee financial programsPaid time off and sick leaveUpskilling, reskilling and certification coursesUnlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ coursesGlobal career opportunitiesVolunteer and community involvement opportunitiesEPAM Employee GroupsAward-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedInEPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.