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Principal Data Engineer

Data EngineerData EngineerFull TimeRemoteLeadTeam 201-500Since 2014H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Mexico

Posted

4 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Lead

Job Description

Principal Data Engineer

DaCodes.

• Lead the design, development, and optimization of modern data platforms that enable advanced analytics, machine learning initiatives, and data-driven decision-making. • Work closely with Data Scientists, Analysts, Product teams, and business stakeholders to transform complex data ecosystems into reliable, scalable, and secure platforms that generate meaningful business insights. • Design, build, and maintain large-scale data platforms and data architectures. • Lead the development of scalable and reliable ETL/ELT pipelines for batch and near real-time processing. • Architect cloud-native data solutions leveraging AWS, Azure, or GCP services. • Drive data modeling strategies using methodologies such as Star Schema, Snowflake Schema, and Data Vault. • Define and enforce data engineering best practices, coding standards, governance policies, and architectural guidelines. • Implement orchestration frameworks using tools such as Airflow, dbt, or similar technologies. • Optimize data pipelines for performance, scalability, reliability, and cost efficiency. • Collaborate with Data Scientists and Analytics teams to ensure high-quality, production-ready datasets. • Establish monitoring, observability, testing, and data quality frameworks. • Lead technical discussions and architectural decisions across multiple teams. • Conduct code reviews and mentor Data Engineers across different seniority levels. • Implement data security, privacy, and compliance standards aligned with industry best practices. • Support strategic initiatives involving analytics, machine learning, and marketing intelligence platforms.

Job Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in Data Engineering, Data Platforms, or Data Architecture roles.
  • Experience operating in Senior, Lead, Staff, or Principal Data Engineering positions.
  • Proven track record designing and implementing enterprise-scale data solutions.
  • Experience working in distributed and cloud-native environments.
  • Expert-level SQL skills.
  • Strong Python development experience for data engineering and processing.
  • Extensive experience building ETL/ELT pipelines.
  • Hands-on experience with Airflow, dbt, or equivalent orchestration tools.
  • Strong expertise in data modeling and warehouse design.
  • Experience with modern cloud platforms:
  • AWS
  • Azure
  • GCP
  • Experience with data lakes and data warehouses.
  • Knowledge of CI/CD practices for data platforms.
  • Understanding of data governance, security, lineage, and privacy controls.
  • Familiarity with analytics and machine learning data preparation workflows.
  • Strong ownership mentality.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to lead technical initiatives and influence engineering decisions.
  • Mentoring and coaching capabilities.
  • Strategic problem-solving mindset.
  • Adaptability in fast-paced environments.
  • Strong collaboration skills across technical and business teams.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Data Science, or related field.
  • Advanced English (required).

Benefits

  • 🌎 Integration with global brands and disruptive startups.
  • 🏠 Remote work/Home office.
  • 📍 If a hybrid or on-site modality is required, you will be informed from the first interview session.
  • ⏰ Schedule aligned with the assigned project/work cell.
  • 📅 Monday to Friday work schedule.
  • 🎂 Birthday day off.
  • 🏥 Major medical insurance (applies to Mexico).
  • 🛡️ Life insurance (applies to Mexico).
  • 🌍 Multicultural work environments.
  • 📚 Access to courses and certifications.
  • 🎤 IT meetups with special guests.
  • 🎉 Virtual integration events and interest groups.
  • 🇺🇸 English classes.
  • 🚀 Opportunities across our different business lines.
  • 🏆 Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work.

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