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Chennai, India Hybrid Big Data & Analytics

Senior Data Engineer

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Description

Ciklum is looking for a Senior Data Engineer to join our team full-time in India.

We are a custom product engineering company that supports both multinational organizations and scaling startups to solve their most complex business challenges. With a global team of over 4,000 highly skilled developers, consultants, analysts and product owners, we engineer technology that redefines industries and shapes the way people live.

About the role:

As a Senior Data Engineer, become a part of a cross-functional development team engineering experiences of tomorrow.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and optimize robust, scalable data pipelines using PySpark and Python
  • Clean, transform, and enrich large-scale datasets from structured and unstructured sources
  • Implement data ingestion, ETL/ELT workflows, and integration strategies across cloud and on-prem platforms
  • Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders to understand data requirements
  • Ensure data quality, integrity, and lineage throughout the data lifecycle
  • Participate in performance tuning, troubleshooting, and production support
  • Contribute to best practices in data engineering, including code versioning, testing, and CI/CD

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or related field
  • 3+ years of experience in data engineering with a focus on PySpark and Python
  • Strong hands-on experience with distributed data processing frameworks (e.g., Apache Spark)
  • Solid understanding of SQL, data modeling, and relational databases
  • Experience working with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Familiarity with workflow orchestration tools (e.g., Airflow, Azure Data Factory)

Desirable

  • Java experience for supporting hybrid data platforms and legacy integrations
  • Exposure to data lakes, delta lakes, and modern data architectures
  • Knowledge of containerization (Docker), Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines
  • Familiarity with data governance, security, and compliance frameworks

What's in it for you

  • Strong community: Work alongside top professionals in a friendly, open-door environment
  • Growth focus: Take on large-scale projects with a global impact and expand your expertise
  • Tailored learning: Boost your skills with internal events (meetups, conferences, workshops), Udemy access, language courses, and company-paid certifications
  • Endless opportunities: Explore diverse domains through internal mobility, finding the best fit to gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies
  • Care: We’ve got you covered with company-paid medical insurance, mental health support, and financial & legal consultations

About us:

At Ciklum, we are always exploring innovations, empowering each other to achieve more, and engineering solutions that matter. With us, you’ll work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to impactful projects, and be part of a One Team culture that values collaboration and progress.
India is a strategic innovation hub for Ciklum, with growing teams in Chennai and Pune leading advancements in EdgeTech, AR/VR, IoT, and beyond. Join us to collaborate on game-changing solutions and take your career to the next level.

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