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Senior Data Engineer

Novi Sad, Belgrade, Serbia

We are seeking an experienced Lead Data Engineer to spearhead a critical data integration and reporting initiative within a global enterprise environment.

Essential functions

  • Design, implement and maintain highly scalable data pipelines utilizing Azure Databricks and Spark

  • Lead the architectural transition by developing and maintaining the Gold (semantic) layer within a Medallion architecture to power enterprise-grade business reporting

  • Analyze existing codebases to identify data entry points, map source-to-target architectures and develop custom data adapters to facilitate seamless source switching

  • Redesign and optimize data consumption processes, enabling secure, governed and direct data access from Databricks Unity Catalog

  • Oversee the end-to-end Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), actively identifying technical risks, spotting system dependencies and advising on agile task prioritization

  • Partner closely with internal teams (Data Foundation and Product engineering) to ensure smooth platform transitions, aligned system states and proper access management approvals

  • Implement robust CI/CD pipelines and system observability practices to guarantee data integrity, automated testing, and platform reliability

Qualifications

  • Proven track record as a Data Engineer or Lead Data Engineer in complex, enterprise-level environments

  • Expert-level proficiency in Python & Spark & Apache Airflow

  • Extensive hands-on experience with Azure Databricks

  • Experience with CI/CD practices

  • Demonstrated ability to independently analyze legacy codebases and successfully orchestrate large-scale data migrations or source-switching processes

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical dependencies into actionable business plans

Would be a plus

  • Experience working directly with enterprise BI tools, specifically Power BI, to understand and optimize for downstream reporting requirements

  • Previous experience operating in a Lead capacity, driving technical strategy, and mentoring junior engineering team members

  • Experience implementing modern data observability and automated data quality monitoring frameworks

We offer

  • Opportunity to work on bleeding-edge projects

  • Work with a highly motivated and dedicated team

  • Competitive salary

  • Flexible schedule

  • Benefits package - medical insurance, sports

  • Corporate social events

  • Professional development opportunities

  • Well-equipped office

About us

Grid Dynamics (NASDAQ: GDYN) is a leading provider of technology consulting, platform and product engineering, AI, and advanced analytics services. Fusing technical vision with business acumen, we solve the most pressing technical challenges and enable positive business outcomes for enterprise companies undergoing business transformation. A key differentiator for Grid Dynamics is our 8 years of experience and leadership in enterprise AI, supported by profound expertise and ongoing investment in data, analytics, cloud & DevOps, application modernization and customer experience. Founded in 2006, Grid Dynamics is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices across the Americas, Europe, and India.

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