DataOps Engineer

Tasks

• Assuming operational responsibility for specific data streams; change management, quality assurance, risk management, and escalation management; developing communication plans.
• Monitoring and ensuring the continuity of critical data operations across the entire Group using the “Follow-the-Sun” support model.
• Design, implementation, and optimization of data pipelines in batch and streaming modes.
• Use of CI/CD practices to automate and optimize deployments and integrations.
• Development, maintenance, and improvement of documentation and operating procedures as part of operational maturity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to review governance and improve the integration of data systems.
• Maintaining high standards for data quality, reliability, and performance.
• Up-to-date knowledge of advancements in the areas of data engineering, DataOps, and the tech stack to support the platform.

Requirements and qualifications

• Experience in data engineering and data operations.
• Software engineering experience with microservices, messaging/real-time systems, Kafka, API integration, and data processing.
• Proven experience in building large data pipelines on cloud platforms using Python and SQL.
• A solid understanding of CI/CD platforms and processes (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira, Azure Pipelines, GitHub Actions, and Confluence).
• Experience with data platforms (Azure preferred).
• Proven ability to produce rigorous, clear, and comprehensive documentation, as well as strict adherence to best practices.
• Familiarity with database design.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.

Personal characteristics

• Responsible and reliable, especially during critical periods of operation.
• Thorough and methodical in monitoring and data quality assurance.
• Motivated and goal-oriented.
• Curious, enthusiastic, creative, and proactive.
• A passion for analytics and technology, coupled with a strong desire to continuously learn and grow.