Principal Data Engineer

HYPERSCAL SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in Singapore is looking for an AVP Senior Data Engineer to provide strategic leadership in data engineering. This role involves overseeing the development and maintenance of data infrastructure, ensuring data availability, and leading a team of data engineers. Ideal candidates will have 10+ years of experience in data engineering, strong programming skills in Java, Scala, SQL, and Python, as well as expertise in ETL processes and big data technologies. Join a dynamic team committed to data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of proven experience in data engineering.
• Focus on building and maintaining data pipelines and data warehouses.
• Experience with big data technologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in data engineering.
• Oversee development and maintenance of data infrastructure.
• Lead design, development, and deployment of data pipelines.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Programming in Java

Programming in Scala

SQL proficiency

Python proficiency

Data governance standards

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Relevant certifications in data engineering

Tools

ETL tools

Hadoop

Spark

Azure

Databricks

Kubernetes

Job description

Company Description

Mediacorp is Singapore's largest content creator and national media network, operating a suite of TV channels, radio stations, and multiple digital platforms. Its mission is to engage, entertain, and enrich audiences by harnessing the power of creativity.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where talent thrives. Our hiring decisions are made based on merit and fit-to-role. If you have a disability or special need which requires accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application. We will be happy to support as necessary.

Thank you for your interest and application to this role. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Responsibilities

Purpose of the role

The purpose of the AVP Senior Data Engineer role is to provide strategic leadership in data engineering, overseeing the development and maintenance of data infrastructure, and ensuring the availability, reliability, and performance of data solutions. This position plays a critical role in supporting data-driven decision-making across the organization

Scope of the role

• Leading the data engineering team and providing technical guidance.
• Architecting and optimizing data storage solutions, including data warehouses and data lakes.
• Designing data models and overseeing data integration and transformation efforts.
• Monitoring and optimizing data infrastructure performance.Managing and mentoring a team of data engineers.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to fulfil data requirements.
• Ensuring data security, privacy, and compliance with regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing strategic direction and technical leadership in data engineering.
• Leading the design, development, and deployment of ETL processes and data pipelines.
• Integrating data from various sources and transforming it for analytics.
• Maintaining data quality and implementing data governance best practices.
• Managing and mentoring a team of data engineers for professional growth.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to understand and fulfil data requirements.
• Documenting data processes, architectures, and best practices.

Foundational Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Functional Competencies

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Scala, SQL, Python.
• Extensive experience with ETL tools, data integration, and data transformation.
• In-depth knowledge of data storage technologies (relational databases, NoSQL, distributed file systems).Expertise in data modelling, database design and data warehousing.
• Familiarity with data governance, security, and compliance standards.
• Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, Hive, Azure, Databricks) is a plus.
• Experience in container orchestration framework like Kubernetes is a plus.
• Experience in Infrastructure as Code and DevOps, MLOps and DataOps is a plus.

Experience

10+ years of proven experience in data engineering, with a focus on building and maintaining data pipelines and data warehouses

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications in data engineering and Cloud computing are advantageous.

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - Mediacorp Pte. Ltd.