Senior Platform Engineer (GCP / HPC)

About us

GetInData | Part of Xebia is a leading data company working for international Clients, delivering innovative projects related to Data, AI, Cloud, Analytics, ML/LLM, and GenAI. The company was founded in 2014 by data engineers and today brings together 120 Data & AI experts. Our Clients are both fast-growing scaleups and large corporations that are industry leaders. In 2022, we joined forces with Xebia Group to broaden our horizons and bring new international opportunities.

What about the projects we work with?
We run a variety of projects in which our sweepmasters can excel. Advanced Analytics, Data Platforms, Streaming Analytics Platforms, Machine Learning Models, Generative AI and more. We like working with top technologies and open-source solutions for Data & AI and ML/AI. In our portfolio, you can find Clients from many industries, e.g., media, e-commerce, retail, fintech, banking, and telcos, such as Truecaller, Spotify, ING, Acast, Volt, Play, and Allegro. You can read some customer stories here.

What else do we do besides working on projects?
We conduct many initiatives like Guilds and Labs and other knowledge-sharing initiatives. We build a community around Data & AI, thanks to our conference Big Data Technology Warsaw Summit, meetup Warsaw Data Tech Talks, Radio Data podcast, and DATA Pill newsletter.

Data & AI projects that we run and the company's philosophy of sharing knowledge and ideas in this field make GetInData | Part of Xebia not only a great place to work but also a place that provides you with a real opportunity to boost your career.

If you want to be up to date with the latest news from us, please follow up on our LinkedIn profile.

About me

Platform Engineers are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the foundational infrastructure that supports a variety of software applications and services. They work closely with diverse teams, including software developers, data engineers, IT operations, and network engineers, to ensure the platform remains stable, scalable, and high-performing. Their role involves setting up and managing servers, databases, and networks, leveraging cutting-edge technologies, and adhering to industry best practices. In addition, they oversee system monitoring, address technical issues, and play an active role in capacity planning, security evaluations, and disaster recovery efforts to maintain system reliability. Staying informed about industry advancements and trends is essential for continuous improvement. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and seamless collaboration are critical for excelling in this position.

Responsibilities

• Working alongside Platform Engineers to assess and choose suitable technologies and tools for the project

• R&D, maintenance, and monitoring of the platform's components

• Implementing intricate data intake procedures

• Constructing efficient data models

• Implementing and executing policies aligned with the company's strategic plans concerning used technologies, work organization, etc.

• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations in terms of security and data privacy applied in the data processing layer

• Providing training and fostering knowledge-sharing

Requirements

• Proficiency in a programming language like Python and SQL

• Knowledge of the BigQuery DWH platform

• Proficiency in working with HPC

• Experience as a programmer and knowledge of software engineering, good principles, practices, and solutions

• Familiarity with cloud Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

• Knowledge of at least one orchestration and scheduling tool, for example, Airflow, Prefect, Dagster, etc.

• Familiarity with DevOps area and tools - GKE, Docker

• Experience with Version Control System, preferably GIT

• Ability to actively participate/lead discussions with clients to identify and assess concrete and ambitious avenues for improvement

We offer

• Salary: 150 - 185 PLN net + VAT/h B2B (depending on knowledge and experience)

• 100% remote work

• Flexible working hours

• Possibility to work from the office located in the heart of Warsaw

• Opportunity to learn and develop with the best Big Data experts

• International projects

• Possibility of conducting workshops and training

• Certifications

• Co-financing sport card

• Co-financing health care

• All equipment needed for work