Cloud Data Engineer
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Empowered by our motto, "Making Data Matter", Keyrus stands at the forefront of global consultancy in Data & Analytics, AI & Machine Learning, and Digital Transformation. With a presence in 27 countries across 4 continents, we're on a mission to elevate the impact of data.
We are data experts, guiding our clients through their data journey regardless of their level of maturity in analytics. As an end-to-end partner, we address varied challenges that our clients face, from Advanced Analytics, Cloud, Data Governance, Visualisation to Enterprise Performance Management, from advisory to delivery.
With more than 3200 employees in all corners of the world, Keyrus is dedicated to helping businesses taking advantage of the Data and Digital paradigm to enhance their performance, facilitating, and accelerating their transformation, and generating new drivers of growth, competitiveness, and sustainability.
Job Summary
Keyrus seeking an experienced Cloud Data Engineer to support a major data transformation program, focused on building reliable, maintainable, and scalable data solutions in the cloud.
Working within a collaborative and multicultural environment, the Cloud Data Engineer will partner with delivery managers, architects, developers, project managers, and business analysts to deliver robust and high-performing data pipelines. Active participation in team ceremonies, reviews, and knowledge-sharing sessions is expected.
This position is Hybrid in Porto. (3 days/week at the office)
Note: All applications/CV’s must be submitted in English.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide expert advice on data strategy, architecture, and implementation best practices.
- Design and develop scalable data pipelines on public cloud platforms (primarily AWS, with exposure to Azure or GCP as needed).
- Implement and optimise Lakehouse architectures, particularly Iceberg, with Hudi and Delta as a plus.
- Build, automate, and maintain ETL processes, data workflows, and orchestration frameworks (Airflow, Step Functions, AWS Workflow).
- Ensure high standards of reliability, automation, maintainability, and security across all solutions delivered.
- Support incident resolution, root cause analysis, and define preventive actions when required.
- Document technical designs, configurations, and operational guidelines in line with best practices.
- Share knowledge and mentor internal teams to strengthen overall data engineering capabilities.
Requirements for the role
- 3–5 years of experience building data pipelines on public cloud platforms (AWS preferred; Azure/GCP also valued).
- At least 1 year of experience in data solution architecture, design, and support.
- Strong understanding of database architecture, ETL, BI, Big Data, Machine Learning, and Advanced Analytics concepts.
- Hands-on experience with Spark ecosystems (knowledge of Hadoop is a plus).
- Proficiency in pipeline orchestration tools such as Airflow, Step Functions, or AWS Workflow.
- Deep understanding of Lakehouse architectures, particularly Iceberg, including optimisation techniques (e.g., Compaction, Z-Order).
- Solid programming and data transformation experience with Python, SQL, and SSIS; familiarity with Docker, CI/CD, and automation tools.
- Expertise in AWS services: Lambda, Glue, Crawlers, Step Functions, AWS Workflow, DynamoDB, and AWS Batch.
- Experience applying DevOps and Agile principles, including Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation, Terraform) and artefact/vulnerability management.
- Awareness of core cloud services, including networking, security, storage, and IAM.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across global and multicultural teams.
- Experience with containerised applications (Docker) and Linux-based infrastructure is preferred.
- Fluent in English.
- French is a Plus
- Must be a Portuguese or European citizen or have a work permit for Portugal
What we offer at Keyrus Portugal:
- Competitive salary based on your skills & experience and according to the Data market practice
- Meal allowance of €8.32 per day
- Flexible benefits option
- Private Medical Insurance
- 22 days of annual leave (increasing every 3 years up to a maximum of 25 days)
- Training Program through KLX (Keyrus Learning Experience) Platform
Why Keyrus?
Joining Keyrus means joining a market leader in the Data Intelligence field and an (inter)national player in Management Consultancy and Digital Experience.
Keyrus Portugal operates on five guiding pillars that shape our approach to work and collaboration – Diversity; Trust; Flexibility; Ownership & Innovation - we're dedicated to cultivating a team as diverse as the challenges we take on.
We embrace and celebrate the rich variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and talents that each individual brings. We firmly believe that diversity fuels innovation, ignites creativity, and propels us towards greatness.
Regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other dimension of diversity, everyone is not only welcome but valued here.
Join us in shaping a future where everyone can thrive!
- Areas de expertise
- Data Advisory
- Locations
- Porto
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Yearly salary
- €28,000 - €32,000
About Keyrus Portugal
At Keyrus Portugal, we're more than just a company - we're a constellation of bright minds and innovative souls.
If you're seeking a place where your passion meets purpose, where every project is a canvas and every challenge an opportunity, then look no further.
Join us, and be a part of a community that's shaping the digital frontier. At Keyrus Portugal, your journey to greatness begins.
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