What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Engineer position at PlaceMe?
Overview
Data Engineer required to join our clients new Data Science Team. The Data Engineer will be responsible for developing a data ecosystem to incorporate telematics and operational data into a unified and integrated data model. This model will serve as a foundation to all analytical efforts. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working in white space and creating impact from the ground up and will transform data driven outcomes into fully scalable and optimized solutions for always-on production environments. In this role you will have strong opportunities for both technical and personal growth, where you will be empowered to have the freedom to innovate. You will be part of a small team and work closely with data scientists where you will contribute to machine learning and analytics projects
Qualifications
- Degree/Masters in a numerate discipline (Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics).
- Strong experience with at least one programming language - preferably Python – and git.
- Proficiency in SQL and an in-depth understanding of database structure principles and data modelling.
- Highly self‐motivated, self‐directed, and attentive to detail.
DESIRABLE:
- Hands on experience with AWS (preferred) or other cloud ecosystem.
- Experience in a Linux environment
- Familiar with Dev/Data Ops principals
Responsibilities
- Design and build the end-to-end solutions to move data from various sources into a unified cloud-based data warehouse.
- Assist in developing and maintaining an AI/Machine Learning deployment platform.
- Gather requirements from domain experts to deliver greater functionality in our data systems.
- Educate functional analysts on proper methods of extracting and using data.