Data Engineer - R&D Digital Solutions Job ID: REF96161Y

Continental Corporation; Lousado; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International environment

Flexible working model

Collaborative working style

Talent training opportunities

Opportunity to make a difference

Job summary

Continental is seeking a Data Engineer in Portugal (Braga area) to design and optimize data platforms powering AI-driven solutions for our global fleet customers.

You will build real-time and batch data pipelines from IoT and telematics data, collaborate with data scientists and MLOps, and drive data quality, governance, and cost-efficient cloud workloads. A hybrid work model is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of experience as a Data Engineer.
• Strong Python and SQL programming skills.
• Experience with data pipelines and IoT/telematics data is a plus.
• Familiarity with Agile project management (Scrum/Kanban).

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines for real-time and batch processing of IoT and telematics data.
• Develop and manage cloud-based data platforms, optimizing workflows for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.
• Implement data quality, validation, and governance to ensure GDPR compliance.
• Collaborate with Data Scientists and MLOps Engineers to deliver reliable datasets for AI/ML services.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices through knowledge-sharing sessions.

Skills

Python

SQL

Airflow

Spark

Databricks

Hadoop

Kafka

DBT

NoSQL

Time-series DB

Relational DBs

Agile

English

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

Airflow

Spark

Databricks

Hadoop

Kafka

DBT

Job description

Job Description

In Digital Solutions, we drive innovation for connected mobility and deliver cutting-edge digital products to our global fleet customers. As a Data Engineer, you will play a key role in building and optimizing data platforms and pipelines that power AI-driven solutions for our global fleet customers.

You will design, develop, and maintain scalable data infrastructures, ensuring seamless integration of IoT and telematics data from connected tires and vehicles. Working closely with Data Scientists, MLOps Engineers, and cross-functional teams, you will enable advanced analytics and machine learning capabilities that enhance safety, reduce costs, and extend tire lifecycle.

Key responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines for real-time and batch processing of IoT and telematics data;
• Develop and manage cloud-based data platforms, optimizing workflows for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency;
• Implement data quality, validation, and governance processes, ensuring compliance with security and privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR);
• Collaborate with Data Scientists and MLOps Engineers to deliver reliable datasets and support end-to-end AI/ML services;
• Mentor junior engineers, review work, and organize knowledge-sharing sessions to foster best practices.

Additional Information

Our offer:

• Integration in a challenging and international work environment;
• Flexible working model;
• Collaborative working style;
• Continuous opportunities for the promotion of talent and training;
• Opportunity to make a difference.

We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued. All kind of applications are welcome.

Qualifications

• Academic degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field;
• >>2 years ofexperience as a Data Engineer;
• Strong programming skills in Python and SQL;
• Expertise in data pipelining (AirFlow);
• Hands-on experience with big data and distributed processing frameworks (e.g., Spark, Databricks, Hadoop, Kafka, DBT);
• Solid understanding of data modeling and databases (relational, NoSQL, time-series);
• Familiarity with data versioning and lineage tracking;
• Experience with Agile project management methods (Scrum, Kanban);
• Experience working in an international team (desirable);
• Reliable team player with structured self-organized workstyle;
• Proficient English language skills (spoken / written).

Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets.