Senior Data Engineer (Remote)

Senior Data Engineer | Talent Job Seeker | Kenya

The Wise Seeker is the leading HR technology company in unbiasedtalent evaluation.

With over 15 years in the industry analyzing the needs and demands ofthe job market, we are capable of identifying the best talent for each...

Senior Data Engineer | Talent Job Seeker | Kenya

The Wise Seeker is the leading HR technology company in unbiased talent evaluation.

With over 15 years in the industry analyzing the needs and demands of the job market, we are capable of identifying the best talent for each company thanks to our team of professionals and our SaaS platform integrated with Artificial Intelligence.

We are efficient, evaluate talent objectively without bias, and close hiring times in record time, delivering optimal results.

What does the job involve

Supporting the Head of Data in driving a “data first” mindset across the organization by developing scalable systems and processes for data collection, ingestion, transformation and consumption and helping hire a world-class team of data engineers
Developing and deploying a robust, distributed, scalable, realtime, state-of-the-art platform that will act as the single source of truth for all data-related requirements of the organization including reporting, analytics, user intelligence, and decision support
Developing and documenting detailed plans for the data platform to conform to allocated resources and define quantifiable outcomes for the near-term, interim and future state
Mentoring young data engineers in your team and help them advance in their learning and career goals
Developing standards for data processes and encourage data-driven approaches to problem-solving across the organization by communicating clearly about engineering capabilities and limitations, and collaborating productively with Engineering, Product, Marketing, and Business teams.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in a technology related field.
Relevant professional qualification in automated information systems design/development would be an advantage
A minimum 5 years of experience in active software development, having covered backend information systems development.
Proficiency with Node.JS and its ecosystem.
Strong skills with database technology such as PostgreSQL and MongoDB and a working knowledge of database storage.
Experience with GraphQL and RESTful API development.
Experience with Git.
Deep understanding of cloud-based technologies and their application to effective solution delivery. Ideally, has professional experience with AWS.
Strong in solution design and ability to design effective end to end solutions.
In-depth understanding of the DevOps lifecycle and hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD.
Experience with Microservice development tools and technologies.
Fluent in English
Critical thinking, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Problem-solving capabilities to create meaningful strategies to improve development standards is a plus.
Open to learning and working on new things.
Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits