Senior Data Engineer - AVP

OCBC Bank (China) Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Flexible benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

OCBC Bank (China) Ltd. is looking for a Senior Data Engineer in Singapore to design and build cloud-native data pipelines. You will work in a collaborative team to innovate financial services and ensure data governance.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience, be proficient in tools such as Spark and SQL, and hold a degree in Computer Science or a related field. Enjoy competitive salary and flexible benefits while contributing to a transformative journey.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong fundamentals and learning agility.
• Proficient in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C++.

Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable data pipelines.
• Develop real-time streaming pipelines.
• Build end-to-end ETL/ELT workflows.
• Ensure data governance practices.

Skills

Cloud-native data engineering

Spark

PySpark

Streaming systems

SQL

Python

Unix/Linux shell scripting

Apache Iceberg

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

Job description

## Senior Data Engineer - AVPApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: OCBC Singaporetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR00008288# **WHO WE ARE:**As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires. Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future. We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.Your Opportunity Starts Here.# Senior Data EngineerWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated **Senior Data Engineer** with expertise in **cloud-native data engineering** on any major cloud platform. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with **Spark, PySpark, Iceberg, streaming systems, and open data catalogue/governance frameworks**.This role is suitable for individuals with **minimum 3 years of relevant industry experience** and have strong fundamentals, high learning agility, and a passion for building modern data systems.Key Responsibilities**Cloud-Native Data Engineering*** Design and build scalable, reliable data pipelines using native services provided by the chosen cloud platform.* Implement data lakehouse solutions using **Apache Iceberg** and open, interoperable metadata/catalogue frameworks.* Modernize existing data processing pipelines with cloud-first architectural principles.**Streaming & Real-Time Processing*** Develop and maintain **real-time streaming pipelines** using the platform’s native streaming, messaging, and event ingestion services.* Build structured streaming logic using **Spark Structured Streaming** or equivalent cloud-native stream processing tools.**Migration & Modernization*** Participate in the migration of complex SQL workloads and legacy processing systems into a cloud-native architecture.* Optimize SQL and transformation logic to leverage cloud-scalable compute and storage.**Data Engineering & Automation*** Build end-to-end ETL/ELT workflows using **Python** and **Unix/Linux shell scripting**.* Write efficient SQL for complex data transformations and analytics.* Develop automated data quality checks, validation processes, and operational monitoring.**Data Governance & Catalogue*** Leverage open-source catalogue/governance solutions (e.g., **Open Data Catalogue, OpenMetadata, DataHub**) to ensure lineage, metadata capture, and data accessibility.* Support data governance practices across domains and teams.**Collaboration & Delivery*** Work closely with analysts, data scientists, and stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable data solutions.* Troubleshoot pipeline issues, ensure data reliability, and optimize processing performance.* Continuously explore new technologies and best practices within the data engineering ecosystem.Why Join Imagine being part of a team that builds innovative digital solutions for one of Asia's leading banks. As a Software Engineer at OCBC, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that transform the way we deliver financial services. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values creativity, innovation, and continuous learning. How you succeed To succeed in this role, you'll need to be passionate about software development and committed to delivering high-quality solutions. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements, design and develop software applications, and ensure seamless integration with existing systems. Your ability to collaborate, innovate, and adapt to changing requirements will be key to your success. What you do - Design, develop, and test software applications using various programming languages and technologies - Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and develop solutions that meet their needs - Work with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration with existing systems - Participate in code reviews and contribute to the improvement of the overall code quality - Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a timely and efficient manner Who you are - A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field - At least 3 years of experience in software development, preferably in a banking or financial services environment - Proficient in one or more programming languages, such as Java, Python, or C++ - Experience with Agile development methodologies and version control systems such as Git - Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop creative solutions - Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams# # # **What we offer:**Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.### Collaboration & Teamwork*If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!*