Principal Data Engineer

As a Principal Data Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining the data platform for the Backbase Data as a Service (DaaS) Platform. Your experience and expertise in data engineering will ensure the success of the DaaS platform.

The Data as a Service platform enables Backbase and their customers to perform big data analytics on data stored in the Engagement Banking Platform. You are expected to develop, maintain and test data infrastructure for retrieving data from many different data sources into a Data Lakehouse to enable data scientists and analysts to do their jobs. The Backbase Data Team is responsible for extracting data stored from the different systems in use in Backbase to unlock new insights and products built on top of the data platform.

At Backbase we aim to deliver a turn-key Data as a Service platform built on top of the state Azure technology. The DaaS platform will enable customers from Backbase to run analytical, AI and ML workloads on data stored in the Engagement Banking Platform without affecting the operational state of the systems. You will develop and maintain the data pipelines for extracting data from many different sources, such as RDBMS, Change Data Capture and streaming endpoints. Captured data ranges from observability metrics to bank accounts and transactions that need to be processed in a highly secure and compliant manner. You guard the data consistency, quality and end to end governance from where data is born to where it is used in dashboards, AI / ML applications and other data consumers.

What you'll do

The Backbase Data Team is responsible for extracting data stored from the different systems in use in Backbase to unlock new insights and products built on top of the data platform. At Backbase we aim to deliver a turn-key Data as a Service platform built on top of the state Azure technology. The DaaS platform will enable customers from Backbase to run analytical, AI and ML workloads on data stored in the Engagement Banking Platform without affecting the operational state of the systems. You will develop and maintain the data pipelines for extracting data from many different sources, such as RDBMS, Change Data Capture and streaming endpoints. Captured data ranges from observability metrics to bank accounts and transactions that need to be processed in a highly secure and compliant manner. You guard the data consistency, quality and end to end governance from where data is born to where it is used in dashboards, AI / ML applications and other data consumers.

Who you are

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field;
• 5+ years of experience in data engineering, preferably in Azure Synapse, Spark, or Data Bricks;
• Expertise in Data Lakehouse concepts and Delta Lake;
• Deep understanding of data domains, regulations, and compliance requirements;
• Strong leadership and project management skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Our Perks

Loud and busy sometimes but always friendly, helpful, and super fun. We love to celebrate each other’s achievements, share jokes, and our love for food, movies, traveling, and sports. We’re one big and diverse family working towards the same goal.

Hybrid working

Our hybrid model gives you more flexibility to get work done where you do it best – whether it’s from home or from our flexible office spaces worldwide.

Ergonomic home office

We’ve got your back (quite literally) with ergonomic furniture for happier, comfier, and more productive work days at home.

Wellness programs

Feel your best with initiatives that promote physical and mental well-being, from Headspace premium to quarterly Wellness Days.

Training & development

Challenge yourself and learn new technical or soft skills with a training budget for your growth and personal development.

Social events

Meet and mingle with your colleagues at our celebrations, social gatherings, and team-building activities, held year-round.

Hobby groups

Join our employee-led activities. Connect with people with similar interests and contribute to shaping our dynamic culture.