[Hiring] Senior Backend / Data Engineer @Addepto

Role Description

As a Senior Backend / Data Engineer (Python/Django), you will join a senior engineering team working on a greenfield data platform. You will be involved in building the solution end-to-end, combining strong backend engineering with data ingestion and data processing.

• Integrate data from multiple file-based and API sources into a modern cloud data warehouse.
• Focus on data quality, reliability, scalability, and production readiness.

We are also looking for talented engineers to join other exciting data projects, including:

• Development and maintenance of a large platform for processing automotive data.
• Design and development of a universal data platform for global aerospace companies.
• Centralized reporting platform for a growing US telecommunications company.

🚀 Your main responsibilities:

• Design and develop scalable data ingestion pipelines for file-based and API data sources using Python.
• Build and maintain backend components responsible for data processing, validation, and integration.
• Design and develop REST APIs using Python and Django.
• Implement robust data quality, validation, and error-handling mechanisms.
• Design and maintain data models and work with modern cloud data platforms and warehouses.
• Develop and maintain automated data-quality tests.
• Work with cloud services and workflow orchestration tools such as Airflow.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and application environment configuration.
• Ensure solutions are reliable, maintainable, scalable, and production-ready.
• Write and maintain technical documentation and operational runbooks.
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to translate business and technical requirements into effective solutions.
• Use AI-assisted development tools and workflows as part of day-to-day software delivery.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of commercial experience in Backend Engineering, Data Engineering, or building production data-intensive systems.
• Strong programming skills in Python, including clean code and solid software engineering practices.
• Hands-on commercial experience with Django and building REST APIs.
• Experience designing and developing data ingestion / ETL or ELT pipelines from file-based and API sources.
• Experience with modern cloud data platforms or warehouses, such as Snowflake or Databricks.
• Working knowledge of at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Experience with workflow orchestration tools such as Airflow or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of data validation, data quality, and error-handling design.
• Experience working with CI/CD and production environments.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of technical deliverables.
• Experience using AI coding assistants or AI-supported development workflows.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to clearly document technical decisions.
• Fluent English (at least C1 level).

Benefits

• Work in a supportive team of passionate enthusiasts of AI & Big Data.
• Engage with top-tier global enterprises and cutting-edge startups on international projects.
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements, allowing you to work remotely or from modern offices and coworking spaces.
• Accelerate your professional growth through career development paths, knowledge-sharing initiatives, language classes, and sponsored training and conferences.
• Benefit from partnerships with Databricks and Anthropic, which provide access to industry-leading training materials and certification programs.
• Participate in team-building events and utilize the integration budget.
• Celebrate work anniversaries, birthdays, and milestones.
• Access medical and sports packages, eye care, and well-being support services, including psychotherapy and coaching.
• Get full work equipment for optimal productivity, including a laptop and other necessary devices.
• With our backing, you can boost your personal brand by speaking at conferences, writing for our blog, or participating in meetups.
• Experience a smooth onboarding with a dedicated buddy, and start your journey in our friendly, supportive, and autonomous culture.