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Principal Data Engineer

Location: Remote
Compensation: To Be Discussed
Reviewed: Thu, Sep 03, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days

Job Summary

As a key contributor to data platform initiatives, the full-time remote Principal Data Engineer will own the architecture and delivery of modern data platforms, shape client data strategies, and lead implementation efforts from design through production.

Key responsibilities
  • Owning architecture and delivery for modern data platforms end-to-end
  • Shaping client data strategy and designing scalable solutions
  • Leading implementation efforts from design through production while mentoring internal team members
Required qualifications
  • 10+ years of experience in software development and 7+ years in data engineering
  • Expertise in Databricks, Delta Lake, and Spark-based processing
  • Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python for building and optimizing large-scale data pipelines
  • Experience with cloud platforms and their data services
  • Strong background in data modeling, ETL/ELT patterns, and distributed data processing

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