Data Engineer for Climate Tech Nonprofit (contract)

Climate Accountability API; Köln; Remote; EUR 40.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A non-profit organization focused on climate solutions seeks a passionate data engineer to develop a prototype for environmental impact. This remote-first role offers the chance to work with experienced developers and contribute to meaningful projects aimed at sustainability.

Qualifikationen

• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Expertise in building ETL pipelines and data integration.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, or Scala.

Aufgaben

• Develop and maintain the database for the prototype.
• Collaborate with backend developers on data challenges.
• Ensure data security and compliance with regulations.

Kenntnisse

Database Design and Management

Data Engineering and ETL Processes

Programming Skills

Data Security and Privacy

Cloud Infrastructure and DevOps

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

AWS

Google Cloud

Azure

Apache Kafka

Apache NiFi

Airflow

Apache Hadoop

Spark

Flink

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

CloudFormation

Git

Jobbeschreibung

If you’re deeply concerned about the ongoing destruction of the environment but at the same time excited about the opportunity to work on a potential solution, this role might be perfect for you.

About us :

We are Climate Accountability API, a small non-profit organization based in Berlin. Currently, we are the world’s leading provider of real-time data (APIs) on global warming and atmospheric greenhouse gas concentrations. We serve around 80k software applications at no cost. Recently, we won the national competition for "The E.ON Foundation's European Climate Fund," securing a €10,000 prize. These funds will be used to develop our prototype: a suite of software solutions designed to inform the public about the environmental impact of businesses operating in the European Union. By empowering individuals with this information, we aim to shift resources away from carbon-intensive businesses toward greener alternatives, accelerating the transition to a sustainable future.

Skills :

Database Design and Management

Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).

Knowledge of data modeling and schema design for structured and unstructured data.

Knowledge of cloud-based data storage solutions (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure).

Familiarity with ML / AI tools (e.g., Amazon SageMaker, Databricks, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn).

Data Engineering and ETL Processes

Expertise in building and maintaining ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) pipelines.

Proficiency in data integration, cleaning, and preprocessing.

Familiarity with tools like Apache Kafka, Apache NiFi, or Airflow.

Familiarity with big data frameworks (e.g., Apache Hadoop, Spark, Flink) or similar.

Understanding of distributed computing principles and technologies.

Programming Skills :

Proficiency in Python, Java, Scala, or similar.

Familiarity with data manipulation libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy).

Knowledge of scripting for automation and task orchestration.

Data Security and Privacy :

Understanding of data security best practices.

Familiarity with GDPR and other data privacy regulations, preferably in the context of ESG data management.

Cloud Infrastructure and DevOps

Experience with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure).

Familiarity with containerization (e.g., Docker) and orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes).

Experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).

Experience working with version control systems such as Git.

Nice to have :

Experience designing and building RESTful APIs for data access.

Knowledge of API authentication (OAuth, JWT) and versioning.

Familiarity with API documentation and data formats like JSON and XML.

Basic understanding of ESG data requirements, standards, and metrics.

Familiarity with relevant frameworks (e.g., Global Reporting Initiative, CDP, CSRD).

Personal qualities :

Passionate and Driven: Demonstrates a genuine commitment to environmental sustainability and climate protection.

Goal-oriented : Results-driven and capable of working towards specific targets and milestones.

Innovative Problem-Solver : Able to think creatively and develop efficient solutions to complex data challenges.

Detail-oriented : Meticulous in ensuring data accuracy and consistency while building and managing the database.

Collaborative : Excels in teamwork, effectively communicating with developers and management.

Adaptable : Thrives in a dynamic environment, quickly adjusting to new tools, technologies, and project requirements.

Ethical and Responsible : Committed to handling sensitive ESG data with integrity and ensuring data privacy and compliance.

Curious Learner : Continuously seeks to stay updated on advancements in data engineering and environmental issues.

Compensation and Benefits :

While we are not yet in a position to offer full-time employment, this role begins with a short-term contract focused on developing the prototype. Once additional funds are secured, we plan to extend a mini-job contract for ongoing maintenance. As funding grows, there is a clear opportunity to transition this role into a full-time position.

Collaborate closely with experienced backend developers, gaining hands-on experience while contributing to a meaningful project.

This is a remote-first position, offering the opportunity to make a positive social and environmental impact, connect with influential organizations, and receive recognition for your contributions.