Data Engineer

KCS iT; Portugal; Remote; EUR 24,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

We at KCS IT are seeking an Amazing: Data engineer with machine learning for a Junior level, remote-only position within Portugal. The role requires 2–3 years in data engineering, strong Azure Databricks, Python/SQL, and experience with Azure Data Lake Storage and Parquet/Delta Lake.

You will work across the data lifecycle, applying ML libraries, and deliver scalable, cost‑aware solutions. Fluent PT and EN are required.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in Data Engineering.
• Strong experience with Azure Databricks.
• Good knowledge of Python, SQL and PySpark.
• Experience with Azure Data Lake Storage and formats such as Parquet and Delta Lake.
• Experience across the full data solution development lifecycle: ingestion, transformation, modelling and data delivery.
• Hands‑on experience with Machine Learning libraries.
• Knowledge of data preparation, feature engineering, model training, validation and evaluation.
• Understanding of overfitting, data leakage, train/test split and cross‑validation.
• Experience integrating models into data processing pipelines and batch scoring workflows.
• Experience with Git and software development best practices.
• Ability to develop scalable solutions, with a focus on performance and execution costs.
• Fluent in Portuguese and English.

Skills

Azure Databricks

Python

SQL

PySpark

Azure Data Lake Storage

Parquet

Delta Lake

ML libraries

Data pipelines

Git

Agile (Scrum)

Portuguese/English

Job description

We’re looking for the special, unique and amazing YOU!

We’re looking for the special, unique, and amazing YOU!

@ KCS IT, we seek those who stand out , those who always strive to be better and fight for it . We value individuals who share our core principles:

Integrity & Transparency

At KCS IT, we champion equality and embrace diversity . We foster a safe, inclusive environment where opportunities are equal for all!

We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, disability, or any factor other than merit.

All applications with relevant skills are welcome!

We are looking for an Amazing: Data engineer with machine learning

Seniority: Junior

Type of position: REMOTE ONLY (IN PORTUGAL).

The amazing you, will have:

• 2–3 years of experience in Data Engineering, including involvement in projects involving traditional Machine Learning.
• Strong experience with Azure Databricks.
• Good knowledge of Python, SQL and PySpark.
• Experience with Azure Data Lake Storage and formats such as Parquet and Delta Lake.
• Experience across the full data solution development lifecycle: ingestion, transformation, modelling and data delivery.
• Hands‑on experience with Machine Learning libraries.
• Knowledge of data preparation, feature engineering, model training, validation and evaluation.
• Understanding of concepts such as overfitting, data leakage, train/test split and cross‑validation.
• Experience integrating models into data processing pipelines and batch scoring workflows.
• Experience with Git and software development best practices.
• Ability to develop scalable solutions, with a focus on performance and execution costs.
• Fluent in Portuguese and English.
• Must be in PORTUGAL.

Nice‑to‑have Skills

• Experience with Azure Machine Learning, including training jobs/pipelines, model registration and inference endpoints.
• Experience with Azure Data Factory.
• Knowledge of model monitoring, data drift detection and model retraining processes.
• Experience deploying models through APIs or online endpoints.
• Knowledge of Unity Catalog, data governance and access control.
• Experience working with Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, and using Jira and Confluence.

Why should you become part of our family?

• You can develop a career that fits you: your career development is personalized, taking in consideration your needs and goals from a short to long term
• Interesting Challenges Ahead: you can work for several clients from different sectors of activity
• Free training programs: Our training and certification programs in languages, tech, behavior and business will help you to reach your full potential faster
• International projects in Benelux: you can gain international experience in Benelux and balance a new way of living with work
• Type of projects (depending on the project you might find one of this types of projects):
• In hybrid Systems: Is important to balance work with socialization, that´s why a hybrid system works for us and for you
• Full Remote projects: If you want to work while you enjoy the comfort of your home
• Full Onsite projects: if you prefere the company of your colleagues!
• Take care of your well-being: Enjoy our free nutrition, psicologist, general medicine appointments and our yoga and personal training days… all remote!

Who are we?

Founded in 2008 and based in Lisbon, KCS IT is a consulting company in the field of Information Technology and Services, focused on creating value for our clients through three main areas: Consulting, Outsourcing, Inovation and Training. Our commitment to talent development is unmistakable in the recent opening of the Porto, Leiria and Azores hubs, which aims to develop technology for the national and international market. Since 2018 we have been elected one of the 10 major companies in the “Index of Excellence”, an initiative that aims to reward organizations that invest most in the development and satisfaction of their employees.