Data Engineer

Description: Data Engineer

Work Location: Gurugram, India (Hybrid)

Job Type: Long Term Contract

Must haves: Python, AWS, noSQL, SQL, dynomoDB

Nice to have: Java

• The Data Engineer will support the Technology team in advancing digital transformation initiatives, including e-strategy, price quote tools, and API direct solutions.
• The Data Engineer will design, develop, and maintain critical data applications in collaboration with cross-functional development teams.
• This role focuses on building scalable, cloud-based data solutions using cutting-edge technologies and enterprise-grade integration platforms.
• The ideal candidate will drive technical excellence and innovation while ensuring alignment with business objectives and enterprise standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Development & Engineering: Design, develop, document, test, and debug data applications and pipelines with a focus on cloud-native solutions
• System Optimization: Support and troubleshoot software systems, optimize performance, resolve issues, and provide comprehensive follow-up documentation
• Integration & Architecture: Ensure proper system integration and consistency with enterprise standards throughout the application lifecycle
• Collaboration: Partner with business, support, and development teams to recommend and implement system enhancements

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of IT and business/industry experience
• 5+ years of hands-on Python development experience
• Proven experience building large-scale distributed applications using SQL, DynamoDB, NoSQL, and design patterns
• Previous experience as a Data Engineer or in a similar role
• Strong understanding of data models, data mining, and segmentation techniques
• Proficiency with AWS Cloud services (EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, CloudTrail, CloudFront, Lambda, EKS, ECS)
• Working knowledge of Linux environments
• Advanced knowledge of software development lifecycle, quality assurance, and project management
• Expertise in Object-Oriented design and application development
• Ability to collaborate across data teams to validate insights and refine data solutions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification.
• Team-oriented mindset with ability to work independently
• Hybrid work environment hence candidate should be local to Gurgaon, India
  

Preferred

• Airline industry experience
• Experience designing and developing ML/AI models
• Proficiency with scientific computing frameworks