Data Platform Engineer

KCS IT; Portugal; Remote; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training programs

International projects in Benelux

Hybrid / Remote / Onsite projects

Well-being perks: nutrition, psych, GP

Job summary

KCS IT is seeking a Data Platform Engineer for a remote-Portugal role. The position requires 5+ years of experience and strong expertise with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Kafka, Flink, and cloud-native tooling. A solid DevOps background and hands-on experience with Terraform, Ansible, and CI/CD are essential.

You will work with Azure and Kubernetes in a remote setting. The role offers opportunities across hybrid/remote/on-site projects and emphasizes ongoing training, international collaborations, and a

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data platforms or similar roles.
• Strong experience with production databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB or similar).
• Experience with real-time data streaming (Kafka, Flink).
• Solid DevOps background in production environments.
• Infrastructure as Code expertise (Terraform, Terragrunt, Ansible).
• CI/CD implementation and automation experience.
• Strong SQL and database performance tuning skills.
• Public cloud experience (Azure).
• Working knowledge of Kubernetes and containers.
• Scripting in Python or Bash.

Skills

DevOps

SQL

Python

Bash

Real-time streaming

CI/CD

Data platforms

Public cloud

Kubernetes

Tools

Terraform

Terragrunt

Ansible

Kafka

Flink

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Azure

Job description

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

@ KCS IT, we look for the ones that stands out, for those that always wants to be better and fight for it, and for those who has the same values that we do: dedication, energy, integrity, transparency, flexibility, trust, honesty, hard work, proactivity, team work.

At KCS we stand for equality and value diversity. We create a safe, diverse environment where opportunities are equal for everyone! We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, disability or any factor other than merit. All applications with skills for the position are welcome!

We are looking for an Amazing: Data Platform Engineer

Seniority: 5+ years

Location : Remote - Portugal

Skills Needed?

• Strong experience operating production databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or similar);
• Experience with real-time data streaming technologies such as Kafka and Flink;
• Solid DevOps background in production environments;
• Infrastructure as Code expertise (Terraform, Terragrunt, Ansible);
• CI/CD implementation and automation experience;
• Strong SQL and database performance tuning skills;
• Public cloud experience, preferably Azure;
• Working knowledge of Kubernetes and containers;
• Scripting and automation skills using Python, Bash, or similar;

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.We believe transparency, trust and integrity are the pillars of any business and relationship and that is what we promise our clients and employees who join our company KCS IT.

At KCS IT, we stand for equality and value diversity. We foster a safe, diverse environment where opportunities are equal for all employees!

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

All applications with the required skills for the position are welcome!