Senior Python ETL Engineer Latvia

What You’ll Do

• Design and implement ETL processes
• Understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications
• Develop custom ETL scripts using Python
• Maintain ETL pipelines using frameworks such as Airflow or Luigi
• Ensure data accuracy and quality by implementing ETL best practices such as data cleansing, data validation, and error handling
• Work with data warehouses such as Redshift, Snowflake, or BigQuery to store and manage large data sets
• Run SQL and relational databases such as PostgreSQL, SQL Server, and Oracle to design and optimize database schemas and queries
• Operate cloud technologies such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, including cloud-based ETL services such as AWS Glue or Azure Data Factory
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in ETL development

What You Have

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in Python development
• Advanced Python programming language knowledge with an understanding of internal mechanics (interpreter, memory management, concurrency, etc.)
• Ability to develop scalable, maintainable and reliable ETL code
• Proficiency with ETL frameworks such as Airflow or Luigi
• Familiarity with data extraction from diverse sources such as databases, APIs, and flat files and transforming them to meet business requirements
• Strong understanding of data modeling and database design, including experience with dimensional modeling and star schemas
• Knowledge of SQL and relational databases such as PostgreSQL, SQL Server, and Oracle, including experience with database optimization techniques
• Showcase of working with cloud technologies such as AWS, Azure or Google Cloud Platform English – B1+, both verbal and written

Nice to Have

• Competency in maintaining CI/CD pipelines for ETL applications
• Expertise in web applications for data ingestion using Flask or FastAPI
• Knowledge of Agile development methodologies (SCRUM/Kanban)
• Availability of Cloud certification (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Familiarity with Docker and Docker Compose
• Flexibility to use big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark

We Offer

• Salary range 3400-5000 EUR gross, based on your experience and interview results
• Engineering Heritage: Best-in-class experts sharing a culture of excellence and tackling complex engineering challenges for over 30 years
• Advanced Tech Stack: Innovative projects where you can apply or enhance your expertise in Cloud, Data, AI and other emerging technologies
• World-Class Clients: Work closely with 295+ of Forbes Global 2000 on creating disruptive solutions that make a global impact
• Professional Growth: Exceptional support for career development with comprehensive in-house resources for upskilling or reskilling
• GenAI-X Global Community: A network of AI enthusiasts within EPAM, dedicated to exploring and sharing AI innovations
• Entrepreneurial Culture: If you're passionate and dedicated to improving business transformation, we provide the support you need to bring your ideas to life
• Hybrid Setup: The flexibility to work from any location in Latvia, whether it's your home or our office in Riga
• Other Benefits: 3400-5000 EUR gross, based on interview results, additional vacation and trust days, private health insurance, Employee Stock Purchase Plan and more

About EPAM

• EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. For over 30 years, our team has helped leading brands navigate the waves of digital transformation, building solutions that help them stay competitive through constant market disruption
• With offices in 55+ countries, EPAM has grown in Latvia to over 130+ talented innovators in 2 years. We foster creativity and unconventional ways of doing things, welcoming like-minded professionals to join us