Athens, Attica, Greece Hybrid Full-time

Optasia is hiring a Senior Data Engineer, Fintech

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Informatics, or a related technical field
  • Minimum of five years of professional experience in data engineering roles
  • Extensive hands-on experience with core components of the Apache Hadoop ecosystem including HDFS, Hive, Spark, and YARN
  • Proficient in programming and scripting languages such as Scala, Java, Python, SQL, and Bash
  • Demonstrated experience working with both relational databases and NoSQL data stores
  • Solid Linux system administration capabilities
  • Proven track record in deploying, configuring, and maintaining distributed data systems and engineering tools
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and orchestration frameworks

Nice to Have

  • Deep experience with Hadoop, Spark, Spark Streaming, and Hive in production environments
  • Familiarity with data orchestration and ML pipeline tools such as Apache Airflow, Apache NiFi, and Druid
  • Practical knowledge of modern data lakehouse formats including Apache Iceberg and Apache Hudi
  • Understanding of secure software development practices and standards such as OWASP and NIST guidelines
  • Strong curiosity for emerging technologies and a collaborative mindset

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and financial incentives
  • Additional day off granted on the employee’s birthday
  • Performance-linked bonus program
  • Full private healthcare coverage
  • Provision of all necessary technical equipment for efficient work
  • Inclusive, diverse, and global team culture
  • Exposure to a distinctive and forward-looking industry sector
  • Opportunity to gain early insights into emerging market trends
  • Clear and supported career progression path within the organization
  • Ongoing learning opportunities and access to digital training platforms
  • Participation in corporate social responsibility initiatives and regular team events
  • Daily access to a well-equipped on-site restaurant with diverse food choices
  • Wellness offerings including free yoga sessions and an on-site squash court

Compensation

Competitive remuneration package with performance-based bonus

Work Arrangement

Not specified

Team

Multicultural working environment focused on collaboration and innovation

Optasia’s Values

  • Drive to Thrive: Committed to continuous growth and embracing challenges as opportunities to learn
  • Customer-First Mindset: Dedicated to exceeding client and partner expectations in every interaction
  • Bridge the Gap: Encouraging open communication, knowledge sharing, and inclusive decision-making
  • Go-Getter Spirit: Focused on results, proactive problem-solving, and overcoming obstacles
  • Together we will do it: Building success through mutual support, respect for diverse viewpoints, and shared goals

Not specified

Required Skills
Data EngineeringScalaJavaPythonSQL
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Optasia
Optasia is a fully enabled B2B2X financial technology platform covering scoring, financial decisioning, disbursement and collection. We are committed to enabling financial inclusion for all.
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Department Data & Risk
Category data
Posted 8 months ago