Global Data Platform Engineer

Philip Morris International; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 179,000 - 214,000; Full time

Job summary

Philip Morris International is seeking a Platform Engineer in Kraków (hybrid Poland) or Lisbon (remote Portugal) to help optimize our data infrastructure and support data management platforms across teams. You will collaborate with software developers, data engineers and security teams to ensure scalable, secure and observable platforms.

Responsibilities include monitoring platform components, implementing access control, aligning with roadmaps, and improving performance, reliability, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with data management tools and modern data platforms.
• Strong scripting, cloud, CI/CD and security knowledge.
• Ability to learn quickly and collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor platform components supporting data management such as catalog, quality, lineage, and observability.
• Evolve data management platform components in line with the roadmap.
• Implement and manage access control and authentication for data platform components.
• Ensure compliance with enterprise security, privacy, and governance standards.
• Improve platform operation focusing on performance, scalability, availability, and automation.

Skills

Python scripting

Bash/PowerShell

CI/CD practices

Data platform concepts

Networking & security

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Grafana

ELK Stack

Splunk

Jenkins

GitLab CI

CircleCI

Terraform

CloudFormation

Snowflake

Databricks

DBT

Matillion

Job description

Location: Kraków. Poland or Lisbon, Portugal

Working Pattern: Poland: Hybrid, 8 days on-site per month Portugal: Remote work

At PMI, we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’ve transformed our business and are building our future on one clear purpose—to deliver a smoke-free future. With huge change comes huge opportunity. So, wherever you join us, you’ll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions.

We have built the data platform over the last few years to enable PMI’s data and analytics driven transformation journey. The data platform consists of state-of-the-art architecture and technologies e.g. database, data lake, data ingestion, ELT, Cloud, data orchestration, data management, business intelligence, advanced analytics etc. Our team is responsible for building, evolving and operating the data platform for various PMI teams who build data products & applications on top of it.

We are looking for a talented Platform Engineer to join our dynamic team and help us optimize and evolve our data infrastructure and streamline our operations.

The ideal candidate would be an enthusiastic self-starter with deep expertise in complex backend structures capable of working with different integrated systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor platform components supporting data management capabilities such as data catalog, data quality, lineage, and data observability
• Evolve data management platform components in alignment with the defined roadmap
• Implement and manage access control, authentication, and authorization for data management platform components
• Ensure compliance with enterprise security, privacy, and governance standards
• Improve platform operation and automation focusing on performance, scalability, availability, resiliency and improving utilization.
• Ensure security best practices are followed in all aspects of the development and deployment process in adherence to internal policy framework and are fully industrialized for consumption by customers and technology groups
• Support software development teams in adopting and effectively using platform components and related capabilities
• Participate and support the Agile methods and frameworks by taking part in planning events, daily stand-ups, planning sessions, code reviews and other discussions and events
• Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies, and proactively scout and evaluate new components and tools where needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience with main Data Management Tools such as Atlan, Montecarlo, IBM, Informatica etc. Minimum 2 year experience.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools and framework ( Grafana, ELK stack SIEM or Splunk).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS).
• Experience with scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI) and practices.
• Solid understanding of data platforms, including warehousing solutions (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks), ETL/ELT orchestration and workflow management tools (eg DBT and Matillion), and metadata management
• Knowledge of database management systems (e.g., SQL, NoSQL).
• Knowledge of infrastructure as code (IaC) and platform as code (PaC) principles and tools like Terraform or CloudFormation
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Knowledge of networking and security best practices.
• Experience in managing and optimizing system performance and availability
• Certifications in mentioned technologies are very welcome

Application Process

• Application review
• Phone screen with Recruiter
• Interview 1
• SHL test
• Interview 2

Equal Opportunities Statement

We believe that diverse perspectives and experiences make us stronger. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to creating a workplace where every individual feels welcomed, respected, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, and provide reasonable accommodations to ensure an accessible recruitment process. If you need support or adjustments during your application, let us know—we’re here to help you succeed.

Only selected candidates will be contacted.

In this position, you will earn no less than 17 600 PLN gross per month

Relocation support is not available for this job

At PMI we run the business in line with ethical principles and encourage SpeakUp culture. We care for equal chances and fair treatment. If you find anything that violates these principles in this job offer or the recruitment process, you may contact our Ethics and Compliance Team at [e-mail]. Read more about Ethics&Compliance at PMI – here.