Sardine is looking for a Data Engineer to design and build scalable, data-intensive applications. In this role, you will be a key player in shaping our data platform while contributing to backend engineering initiatives. You'll use your expertise in ingesting and transforming large datasets, creating APIs for efficient data retrieval, and developing data products that drive business insights.

What You'll Do

Design and implement ETL pipelines capable of processing terabytes of credit data efficiently.
Develop and optimize APIs to support fast and reliable data retrieval, including both exact and partial matches.
Architect and manage scalable storage solutions (e.g., Bigtable, BigQuery, ElasticSearch, or other NoSQL/SQL systems).
Collaborate with teams to turn raw data into actionable products, driving insights and business value.
Perform analysis on data to figure out the best use of data to provide value to clients.
Work closely with both internal and external stakeholders, including data science, product, and operations.
Document processes, architectures, and APIs. Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of technical excellence.

What We're Looking For

5+ years of experience building scalable backend systems, designing high-performance APIs, and processing large-scale datasets.
Expertise in Go, Python, or Java, with a strong foundation in SQL and NoSQL databases (Bigtable, BigQuery, DynamoDB) for scalable storage solutions.
Hands-on experience with AWS or GCP, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines to support efficient deployments.
Strong analytical skills, ability to work in a fast-paced, team-driven environment, and communicate complex technical concepts effectively.
Familiarity with credit or financial data and the regulatory considerations involved in handling sensitive information.
Proficient in English - from casual chats to formal reports.

Technical Stack

Go, Python, Java
SQL, NoSQL, Bigtable, BigQuery, DynamoDB
AWS, GCP
Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD

Team & Environment

You will collaborate with data science, product, and operations teams.

Benefits & Compensation

Generous compensation in cash and equity
Early exercise for all options, including pre-vested
Work from anywhere: Remote-first Culture
Flexible paid time off, Year-end break, Self care days off
Health insurance, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents - US and Canada specific
4% matching in 401k / RRSP - US and Canada specific
MacBook Pro delivered to your door
One-time stipend to set up a home office — desk, chair, screen, etc.
Monthly meal stipend
Monthly social meet-up stipend
Annual health and wellness stipend
Annual Learning stipend
Unlimited access to an expert financial advisory
Base pay range of 285,000 - 400,000 BRL + equity: Series C Equity with tremendous upside potential

Work Mode

This is a local-country remote position located in Brazil. We are a remote-first company and value performance over hours worked. We believe you shouldn't have to miss your family dinner, your kid's school play, friends get-together, or doctor's appointments for the sake of adhering to an arbitrary work schedule.

Sardine hires talented, self-motivated individuals with extreme ownership and high growth orientation.