Zenitech

Senior Data Engineer

Zenitech  •  România (Hybrid)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

About us

Zenitech is a leading technology solutions provider dedicated to reshaping the global digital landscape. Headquartered in the UK, Zenitech operates internationally, with offices in Lithuania, Romania, and Hungary.

We use a bespoke approach depending on where the client is on their digital journey, comprising a combination of access to dedicated R&D labs, technology implementation advice, and specialist near-shore development talent. As an international community of individuals who are open to learning from each other, we collectively define and contribute to the digital future of our clients’ businesses.

About the role

We are looking for a Data Engineer to build and optimize scalable data pipelines that ingest, transform, and structure data for analytics and search use cases. You will work with modern data tools to ensure high-quality, accessible, and well-structured datasets.

What you will do

  • Build data pipelines that ingest source files into Databricks

  • Perform data transformation, enrichment, and structuring

  • Store curated data in PostgreSQL

  • Index and optimize data for fast retrieval (via Elasticsearch)

  • Ensure data is searchable and accessible for downstream systems

  • Optionally leverage Azure services for deployment and orchestration

  • Design, build, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines

  • Work with Python and SQL for data processing

  • Integrate data with Elasticsearch for search capabilities

  • Optimize data storage and query performance

  • Collaborate with backend engineers and stakeholders

  • Ensure data quality, consistency, and reliability

  • Participate in code reviews and technical discussions

Requirements

  • Strong experience with Python for data engineering

  • Hands-on experience with Databricks

  • Strong SQL skills

  • Experience with PostgreSQL

  • Experience with Elasticsearch (at least one senior in the team should be strong in this – preferred as mandatory for senior candidates)

  • Nice to have skills:

  • Experience with Azure (Data Factory, storage, orchestration)

What we offer

  • Hybrid/flexible working model and flexible working hours

  • Private Medical and/or Health Insurance (location dependent)

  • Length of Service Awards

  • Referral programme

  • The option of a cafeteria package, meal tickets, or team lunches (location dependent)

  • A culture of continuous growth, supported by our People Lead system and various training resources for your personal development

  • Agile mindset, simplified processes, and a great atmosphere where commitment and autonomy are celebrated

  • A community-first mindset, working with talented people across technology products and consulting

  • Charity events and programs

Additional benefits based on location:

Hungary:

Extensive cafeteria package tailored to your needs (including SZÉP card)

Romania

Bookster library subscription, and the opportunity to work from abroad (max. 60 days per annum)

(*) As we hire permanent employees for this role, we offer remote opportunities only in Romania and Hungary.

Why Zenitech?

  • Impactful Projects Drive meaningful change through digital transformation projects and have an opportunity to make an impact on many different industries.

  • Collaborative Culture Be part of a diverse, inclusive team committed to growth, innovation, and continuous learning.

  • Professional Growth Zenitech supports continuous learning and development through the People Lead system, helping you advance your skills and career.

Diversity and Inclusion

Zenitech celebrates diversity in all its forms. We aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued for their unique contributions and perspectives. If you require any adjustments during the application process, please let us know—we’re here to help. Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging can be found here

Zenitech

About Zenitech

Zenitech creates technology to transform businesses. We design, deliver and implement creative technology that has a real impact on business - creating new revenues, transforming customer experience and interaction, driving growth, reducing time to market and innovating for the future.

How do we do this? Partnership is at the heart of what we do. We - our brilliant teams of designers, engineers, analysts and project managers - treat our clients’ business as if it were our own.

In the words of one of our clients - “Zenitechers exhibit different ways of thinking about the problem, rather than being stuck on ‘this is how we have always done it’. I like the way the engineers offer their own opinions”.

We’ve recently been shortlisted for Services Company of the Year at the 2024 UK IT Industry Awards. Recognition of our impressive track record of delivering high-profile projects with measurable outcomes. This includes building new national Lottery applications to digitalising customer services for a top-tier Hungarian bank.

To learn more visit zenitech.co.uk and to join us, visit zenitech.co.uk/careers

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
London, GB
Year Founded
2015
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