Tech Lead (Python)

2 hours, 15 minutes ago
Full-time
Lead
Software Development
Orcrist Technologies

Orcrist Technologies

Orcrist Technologies specializes in providing advanced technology solutions, including data analytics, AI applications, and cybersecurity, aimed at empowering businesses to innovate and transform through the use of artificial intelligence and data-driv...

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Description

  • Own the architecture of the data lakehouse, including build-vs-buy decisions, technical design, and implementation leadership.
  • Design and build lakehouse infrastructure that powers downstream AI and analytics products.
  • Write production Python code for critical data pipelines and infrastructure components.
  • Set engineering standards for code quality, testing, observability, and documentation.
  • Mentor Data Engineers through code reviews, 1:1s, and technical guidance.
  • Partner with Product to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions.
  • Design data governance systems for lineage, cataloging, and compliance with government security standards.
  • Lead implementation of data platform components and ensure they operate reliably in production.

Requirements

  • 6+ years of experience in data engineering.
  • 2+ years of experience leading technical teams or architecture.
  • Expert-level Python experience, including PySpark and pandas.
  • Strong SQL skills and deep understanding of lakehouse patterns and data modeling.
  • Experience with streaming systems such as Kafka.
  • Experience with batch processing using Spark.
  • Experience with modern table formats such as Hudi, Iceberg, or Delta.
  • Track record of building and operating large-scale data platforms in production.
  • Eligibility to work in Germany.
  • EU/NATO citizenship preferred for export-control work.
  • German language ability at B1+ level is a nice to have.
  • Experience with defense or government data environments is a nice to have.
  • Experience with graph databases is a nice to have.
  • Experience with ML infrastructure is a nice to have.

Benefits

  • Remote-first work environment in Germany.
  • 30 days of vacation.
  • Equipment provided.
  • Learning budget for professional development.
  • Mission-driven impact on defense and public safety use cases.
  • Berlin meetups.
  • Modern technology stack including Hudi, Ozone, PySpark, Trino, Kafka, and Kubernetes.

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