Overview
Data Engineer – Contract Opportunity (Hybrid, Porto, Portugal)
We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer (Contractor) to support a major transformation program, contributing to the design and delivery of scalable, reliable, and maintainable cloud data solutions.
What you’ll do:
* Advise on data strategy, architecture, and implementation approaches.
* Design and build modern data pipelines on AWS (experience with Azure/GCP is a plus).
* Implement and optimize Lakehouse architectures (Iceberg preferred, Hudi/Delta beneficial).
* Develop and automate ETL processes, workflows, and orchestration (Airflow, Step Functions, AWS Workflow).
* Ensure high standards of reliability, automation, maintainability, and security.
* Support incident resolution and share best practices with internal teams.
Deliverables include:
* Functional, optimized data pipelines aligned with business needs.
* Clear documentation of designs, implementations, and operations.
* Regular updates on progress, risks, and improvements.
* Knowledge transfer and mentoring of internal teams.
What we’re looking for:
* 3–5 years’ experience building pipelines on public cloud (AWS essential).
* Hands-on with Spark ecosystems, SQL, Python, CI/CD, Docker, DevOps/Agile.
* Experience with AWS services (Glue, Lambda, Step Functions, DynamoDB, Batch, Crawlers).
* Knowledge of Lakehouse architectures and optimization techniques.
* Familiarity with IaC (CloudFormation, Terraform) and cloud security fundamentals.
* Excellent collaboration and communication skills; fluent in English (French a plus).
Collaboration & Setup:
You’ll work alongside delivery managers, architects, developers, and analysts in a hybrid model (up to 2 remote days per week), participating in agile ceremonies and knowledge-sharing sessions.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Information Technology
Industries
* Capital Markets
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