Data Engineer - Remote

Talantir; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Job summary

Talantir is seeking a Data Engineer for a fully remote contractor role. You will design and manage data pipelines to support AI agent training, collaborating with AI/ML engineers to ensure high-quality data for model training.

You will develop scalable ETL processes using Python, MySQL, and PostgreSQL, and integrate data sources using Java and JavaScript. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of Data Engineering experience, a strong AI/ML background, and excellent communication to bridge technical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience as a Data Engineer, with proven expertise in AI/ML projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Python, MySQL, PostgreSQL, JAVA, and JavaScript.
• Strong understanding of AI concepts and experience in training AI agents.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage data pipelines to support complex AI agent training initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with AI/ML engineers to ensure efficient data flows and high-quality training datasets.
• Develop and maintain scalable ETL processes using Python, MySQL, and PostgreSQL.
• Utilize JAVA and JavaScript to integrate diverse data sources and enable seamless data exchange.
• Contribute to the optimization of AI models through effective data engineering practices.
• Document data processes comprehensively and communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Troubleshoot and resolve data issues, ensuring data integrity and reliability for AI applications.

Skills

AI/ML experience

Data pipeline design

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Python

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Java

JavaScript

Job description

Job Title: Data Engineer

Job Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

Job Summary

We are seeking an expert Data Engineer to join our customer’s team and play a pivotal role in developing next-generation AI agents. In this fully remote role, you will leverage your strong data engineering, coding, and AI/ML expertise to help train and optimize advanced AI systems. Collaborate with talented professionals in a dynamic environment where your technical skills and innovative mindset will directly impact the project's success.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage data pipelines to support complex AI agent training initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with AI/ML engineers to ensure efficient data flows and high-quality training datasets.
• Develop and maintain scalable ETL processes using Python, MySQL, and PostgreSQL.
• Utilize JAVA and JavaScript to integrate diverse data sources and enable seamless data exchange.
• Contribute to the optimization of AI models through effective data engineering practices.
• Document data processes comprehensively and communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Troubleshoot and resolve data issues, ensuring data integrity and reliability for AI applications.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience as a Data Engineer, with proven expertise in AI/ML projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Python, MySQL, PostgreSQL, JAVA, and JavaScript.
• Strong understanding of AI concepts and experience in training AI agents.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clarity and collaboration.
• Experience implementing robust data pipelines and scalable architecture for machine learning projects.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fully remote team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Direct experience with AI agent frameworks and real-world deployment projects.
• Previous work in fast-paced startup or innovation-driven environments.