About the client
Our client is a global technology company with a strong emphasis on building next-generation data infrastructure and advanced analytics platforms. With a highly diverse team of engineers and a clear focus on innovation, the organization promotes autonomy, modern architecture principles, and the continuous adoption of best practices across its data ecosystem.
Role Highlights:
- Position: Principal Data Engineer
- Type of work: Hybrid from Athens..
- Work from office requirements: 2 day per week from the office, 3 days per week from the office. 100% remote option is NOT possible.
- Type of contract: Full-time employment contract.
- Contract location: Greece
- Type of company: International growing tech company with operations in 15+ markets with around 2500 employees across several continents.
- Years of experience required: 9+ years of experience.
- Must-have tech skills: Full Lifecycle of Large-Scale Data Systems, Data Pipelines, Real-Time Analytics & Storage Architectures, Cloud Technologies & Infrastructure as Code(IaC), Data Security & Compliance.
- Industry: Information technology, entertainment
- Relocation support: Relocation support for Greek expats.
- Bonuses, perks, benefits: competitive pay and bonus scheme, career development, monthly meal allowance, private health insurance for the employee and their family members, continuous training and unlimited access to Udemy.
- Reasons why it is a great place to work? International company, growing team, exciting project, the company is among the Best Workplaces in Europe and certified Great Place to Work across their offices.
- Work permit requirements: Only candidates with valid work permit for European Union (EU) will be evaluated for this role.
About the role
As a Principal Data Engineer, you will lead the design and implementation of scalable data systems that support real-time analytics, high-volume processing, and secure, governed data delivery. You’ll play a strategic role in advancing the company’s data platform, which is evolving toward a decentralized, domain-oriented architecture. This is a highly technical and influential position—ideal for engineers passionate about architecture, performance optimization, and enabling modern data solutions across teams.
Tech stack
The team leverages a modern data stack including Spark, Scala, Python, Databricks, Delta Lake, GitLab, and Terraform. Projects are deployed on cloud infrastructure with infrastructure-as-code principles and follow data mesh and FinOps practices.
What will you do
Design and implement a modern, distributed data platform aligned with Data Mesh principles.
Develop and optimize high-performance pipelines and scalable data storage systems.
Drive operational efficiency and cost optimization using FinOps methodologies.
Support secure and compliant data environments by helping define and apply access and governance policies.
Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies to enhance architecture and analytics capabilities.
Act as a technical authority across the data engineering function, contributing to decision-making and mentoring other engineers.
Collaborate with leadership to support team growth and talent acquisition.
Challenge existing systems by exploring innovative data processing paradigms and real-time analytics strategies.
Ideally you bring
Strong experience in designing and building large-scale data processing pipelines and architectures.
Proven ability to implement end-to-end data solutions including real-time processing and secure data storage.
Solid understanding of data quality practices and compliance standards.
Expertise with cloud technologies and infrastructure-as-code (preferably Terraform).
Familiarity with the Data Mesh model and its practical application in large organizations.
Strong communication skills and the ability to present technical ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Self-driven, proactive mindset with a commitment to staying updated on data architecture trends and tools.
Compensation & Benefits
Attractive salary plus performance-based incentives, opportunities for professional growth, monthly meal package, private health coverage, and continuous education and skill-building resources.
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