Senior Data Engineer

Kinesso; Selangor; Hybrid; MYR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Selangor is seeking an experienced software engineer to guide discussions, support decision-making, and mentor engineers. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of experience in software engineering, expertise in Python and JavaScript, and familiarity with AWS cloud services. Responsibilities include overseeing complex tasks, optimizing processes, and fostering team collaboration. The position emphasizes communication skills, innovative thinking, and the ability to work in hybrid environments.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of progressive software engineering experience.
• 5+ years of experience with Python, JavaScript, and SQL.
• Experience in data privacy, security, and compliance standards.
• Proficient in managing time, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Guide and drive discussions, support decision-making, and mentor others.
• Oversee and deliver complex core practice tasks and guide others.
• Take ownership of documentation for assigned areas.
• Drive and support team collaboration and coordination efforts.

Skills

Python

JavaScript

SQL

AWS

Big Data Processing

Agile Methodologies

Team Collaboration

Data Privacy

AI/ML Concepts

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science

Tools

Snowflake

Databricks

AWS Redshift

Airflow

Docker

Kubernetes

GitHub

Terraform

Tableau

DataDog

Job description

Guide and drive discussions, support decision-making in processes and solutions, and mentor in discussions.

Oversee and deliver complex core practice tasks and guide others effectively.

Develop and advocate for new best practices and optimize existing processes.

Take ownership of documentation for assigned areas, ensuring completeness, consistency, and clarity.

Champion compliance and standards, drive adherence, and resolve issues.

Drive and support team collaboration by coordinating efforts and fostering strong team dynamics.

Work closely with technical leads to ensure alignment on goals and technical solutions.

Mentor and develop mid-level and junior engineers, providing technical guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide and drive discussions, support decision-making in processes and solutions, and mentor in discussions.
• Oversee and deliver complex core practice tasks and guide others effectively.
• Develop and advocate for new best practices and optimize existing processes.
• Take ownership of documentation for assigned areas, ensuring completeness, consistency, and clarity.
• Champion compliance and standards, drive adherence, and resolve issues.
• Drive and support team collaboration by coordinating efforts and fostering strong team dynamics.
• Work closely with technical leads to ensure alignment on goals and technical solutions.
• Mentor and develop mid-level and junior engineers, providing technical guidance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science
• 5-7 years of progressive software engineering experience
• 5+ years of experience with Python, JavaScript and SQL
• 5+ years of experience with AWS cloud ecosystem
• 5+ years of experience with any MPP database technology
• 3+ years of experience with big data processing frameworks
• Experience with agile methodologies is highly desirable
• Experience in the modern data stack is highly desirable:
  • Warehouse/Lakehouse: Snowflake, Databricks, AWS Redshift
  • Orchestration/Pipelines: Airflow, Dagster, Kestra
  • Transformation/Modelling: DBT, Star Schema, Data Vault
  • Observability/Analytics: DataDog, Tableau, AWS QuickSight
  • CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts
• Proficient in managing time, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines
• Drive team collaboration, align team goals, and maintain a positive team dynamic
• Excel in hybrid working environments, fostering team collaboration across diverse settings
• Strong communicator, adept at influencing decisions, and mentoring
• Experienced in data privacy, security, and compliance standards
• Able to stay ahead of the curve with new and emerging technologies
• Experience in ad tech is a strong plus

Personal Attributes

• Proficient in English as a first language — both verbal & written
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with non-technical users.
• The ability to consistently deliver solid, successful solutions in short development cycles.
• A strong spirit of innovation, self-starter, independent, and with the ability to come up with solutions to meet business problems.
• Result driven, high enthusiasm and can work well with others.
• Strong desire to learn new things and pass knowledge acquired onto others.
• Able to manage own hours and work with a remote team environment