senior data engineer

Are you a self-starter with strong problem-solving skills, capable of owning and implementing solutions from start to finish? Do you enjoy tackling the challenge of solving complex Big Data analytics problems using state-of-the-art technologies?

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Data Engineer to join our growing global team of data engineering professionals. You will play a key role in building robust, scalable data-driven solutions that support critical decision-making processes for our Property & Casualty business domain.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge Data Transformation projects that utilize Big Data and Machine Learning to solve emerging challenges.

The remote option applies only to the Candidates who will be working from any location in Greece.

Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable data pipelines and data-driven solutions to support robust analytics and business decision-making

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, align on data needs, and ensure seamless delivery of solutions

• Implement data modeling, documentation, and optimization strategies to streamline performance and usability

• Develop data analytics tools and dashboards to effectively communicate insights and trends

• Leverage modern coding languages like Python or TypeScript to create reliable and maintainable software components

• Ensure data accuracy, validation, and monitoring processes are automated and efficient

• Apply Agile methodologies, including Scrum, to expedite project delivery and enhance collaboration

• Take ownership of projects, driving them from inception to completion with minimal oversight

• Solve complex Big Data problems using advanced technologies like Palantir Foundry and Machine Learning techniques

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in data and technology

• Expertise in modern coding languages like Python or TypeScript

• Familiarity with SQL and relational database concepts

• Proficiency in data analytics and visualization tools

• Background in Scrum and Agile development approaches

• Understanding of building data-driven applications with storytelling capabilities

• Good communication skills in English to articulate complex ideas effectively to non-technical stakeholders

Nice to have

• Knowledge of Palantir Foundry and Microsoft Power BI

• Experience with Machine Learning or Generative AI

• Knowledge of PySpark for large-scale data processing

• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Gradle

• Knowledge of the insurance domain, the financial industry, or finance functions within other industries

We offer

• For you:

  • Remote and hybrid work opportunities

  • Option to work from our centrally located office in Athens

  • Corporate laptop provided

  • Option to work on your own device

  • Private health insurance

  • Meal vouchers / restaurant tickets

  • My Benefit card (additional benefit card from Edenred of 22€ per month (264€ per year)

  • Monthly transportation card for those located in Athens to use public transportation to visit the office and/or clients

• For your growth:

  • Global and diverse client portfolio, large-scale projects, and trendy technologies

  • Diverse multicultural, multi-functional, and multilingual work environment

  • Opportunity to contribute to internal and open-source products

  • Outstanding career development opportunities with a transparent career path and a roadmap to accelerate your journey

  • Possibility to create a Personal Development Plan from the first day in the company

  • Numerous opportunities for self-development: hard & soft skills internal training courses, mentoring programs, and unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, external e-Libraries

  • Certification opportunities

  • Knowledge-sharing with colleagues from EPAM's global tech and non-technical communities

  • Language courses

EPAM strives to provide its global team of over 61,700 professionals in more than 55 countries with opportunities for professional growth from day one of collaboration. Our colleagues are the source of EPAM's success, so we value cooperation, strive to always understand our clients' business and aim for the highest quality standards. No matter where you are, you will join a dedicated, diverse community that will help you realize your potential to the fullest