Data Platform Engineering Lead

TEKEVER; Porto; Presencial; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative and inclusive work environment

Resumo da oferta

TEKEVER, a leader in unmanned technology, is seeking a Data Platform Engineering Lead in Porto, Portugal. This role involves overseeing the architecture and management of our Data & Analytics platform while leading a talented team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data engineering, cloud technologies, and team leadership.

Join TEKEVER to work on advanced data solutions, engage with cutting-edge technologies, and make a significant impact in maritime surveillance and safety.

Qualificações

• 7+ years of experience in data engineering or similar role.
• At least 3 years in a leadership position.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and mentor a team of data architects and engineers.
• Oversee the design and maintenance of data architectures.
• Define the technology stack and architecture standards.

Conhecimentos

Data Platform reference architectures

Big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark, Kafka)

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Programming languages (Python, Java, Scala)

Database management systems (SQL, NoSQL)

Data integration tools (Apache Nifi, Talend)

DevOps best practices

Formação académica

Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems

Ferramentas

Docker

Airflow

Terraform

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Are you ready to revolutionise the world with TEKEVER? At TEKEVER, we lead innovation in Europe as the European leader in unmanned technology, where cutting‑edge advancements meet unparalleled innovation. Digital | Defence | Security | Space

We operate across four strategic areas, combining artificial intelligence, systems engineering, data science, and aerospace technology to tackle global challenges — from protecting people and critical infrastructure to exploring space.

We offer a unique surveillance‑as‑a‑service solution that delivers real‑time intelligence, enhancing maritime safety and saving lives. Our products and services support strategic and operational decisions in the most demanding environments—whether at sea, on land, in space, or in cyberspace.

Become part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary, and mission‑driven team that is transforming maritime surveillance and redefining global safety standards.

At TEKEVER, our mission is to provide limitless support through mission‑oriented game‑changers, delivering the right information at the right time to empower critical decision‑making.

If you're passionate about technology and eager to shape the future — TEKEVER is the place for you.

Mission

The Data Platform Engineering Lead will be responsible for overseeing the design, implementation and maintenance of our Data & Analytics platform, pipelines and infrastructure. This role requires a combination of strong technical expertise, leadership abilities and a strategic mindset. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in data architecture, data engineering, cloud and on‑premise technologies, with experience in managing a deeply technical team and driving complex projects to completion. This role involves collaborating with cross‑functional teams to ensure our data platform is robust, scalable, secure and aligned with the company's strategic objectives.

What Will Be Your Responsibilities

• Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of data architects and data engineers, fostering a collaborative and high‑performance culture.
• Platform Development: Oversee the design, development and maintenance of scalable and robust data architectures and pipelines, ensuring efficient data processing, storage and retrieval, including data ingestion, storage, processing, management and analytics components.
• Architecture Design: Develop and maintain the architecture of the data platform, ensuring it meets the needs of various business units and supports future growth.
• Technology Strategy: Define the technology stack and architecture standards for the data platform, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and emerging trends.
• Data Integration: Develop strategies for integrating diverse data sources, ensuring seamless data flow and high data quality.
• Scalability and Performance: Design solutions that can scale with growing data volumes and ensure optimal performance across the data platform.
• Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize the performance of the data platform to handle large‑scale data efficiently.
• Security and Compliance: Implement robust data security measures and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with data scientists, analysts, product managers and other stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Innovation: Stay up‑to‑date with the latest advancements in data technologies and drive continuous innovation within the data platform.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of data pipelines, ETL processes and architectural decisions.

Profile And Requirements

• Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Experience: 7+ years of experience in data engineering or a similar role, with at least 3 years in a leadership position.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Strong experience with Data Platform reference architectures (e.g. Lambda architecture, Data Mesh).
  • Deep knowledge of big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, Kafka) and data warehousing solutions (e.g., Redshift, Snowflake).
  • Extensive experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their data services, with a focus on Google Cloud. Google Cloud certification is preferred.
  • Experience with migration from on‑premise to cloud and vice versa.
  • Good knowledge of relevant security frameworks & standards.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala.
  • Strong understanding of database management systems (e.g., SQL, NoSQL, NewSQL). Experience with SQL and database management systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server).
  • Knowledge of data integration tools and frameworks (e.g., Apache Nifi, Talend, Informatica).
  • Familiarity with data modeling, data warehousing and data governance practices.
  • Experience with Iaac (e.g. Ansible, Terraform), data pipeline orchestration (e.g. Airflow), log exploration tools (e.g. Streamlit, Dash), data extraction (e.g. PostGIS, Kafka, Airflow, FastAPI), pandas, scikit‑learn, Docker.
  • Solid knowledge of DevOps best practices and tools: GIT, CI/CD, telemetry and monitoring, etc.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a focus on delivering scalable and efficient data solutions.
• Leadership: Proven leadership skills with experience in building and leading high‑performing teams.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Attention to Detail: High attention to detail and a commitment to ensuring data quality and accuracy.
• Adaptability: Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

What We Have To Offer You

• An excellent work environment and an opportunity to create a real impact in the world;
• A truly high‑tech, state‑of‑the‑art engineering company with flat structure and no politics;
• Working with the very latest technologies in Data & AI, including Edge AI, Swarming—both within our software platforms and within our embedded on‑board systems;
• Flexible work arrangements;
• Professional development opportunities;
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment;
• Salary compatible with the level of proven experience.

Do you want to know more about us ?

Visit our LinkedIn page at https://www.linkedin.com/company/tekever/