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Data Engineer

Summary

Design and build scalable, cloud-native data pipelines using Python, AWS (Glue, Lambda, DynamoDB), and SQL for global projects with a US client.

Overview

We\'re Hiring: Cloud Data Engineer

Location: Metro Manila-based applicants only (Hybrid setup – 2x/week onsite at UP Technohub, QC)

Shift:

  • 3:00 PM – 12:00 MN (Onsite)
  • 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM (WFH)
  • 1st month: full night shift to sync with US client
  • Follows US holiday schedule

Are you a seasoned Data Engineer with a passion for solving cloud-based data challenges? Want to work on global projects with a collaborative and tech-savvy team?

If you\'re based in Metro Manila and ready to level up your career—we want to hear from you.

You\'ll help design and build scalable, cloud-native data solutions using Python and AWS. You\'ll also get to work closely with a multicultural team and a US-based client.

Must-Have Skills

  • 5+ years of data engineering experience (integration, transformation, processing)
  • Strong in Python, especially for APIs and data libraries
  • Proficient in SQL and big data formats (Apache Parquet, ORC)
  • Solid data modeling: Relational & NoSQL (bonus: dimensional)
  • Hands-on with AWS services: Glue, IAM, Lambda, DynamoDB, Step Functions, S3
  • Knowledge of IaC: CloudFormation or CDK
  • Experience orchestrating pipelines (Lambda, EventBridge, Step Functions)

Nice to Haves

  • Tools: Athena, Kinesis, Kafka, Spark, MWAA, Airflow
  • Client-facing or team leadership experience

What We Look For

  • Independent but team-oriented
  • Detail-focused and quality-driven
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Organized and proactive

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