Senior Data Platform Engineer (Remote)

Position Summary:

We are looking for a talented Senior Data Platform Engineer to join our Blockchain team, to participate in the development of the data collection and processing framework to integrate new chains. This is a remote role and we are flexible with considering applications from anywhere in Europe.

More details: crystalblockchain.com

Duties and responsibilities:

• Integration of blockchains, Automated Market Maker (AMM) protocols, and bridges within Crystal’s platform;


• Active participation in development and maintenance of our data pipelines and backend services;


• Integrate new technologies into our processes and tools;


• End-to-end feature designing and implementation;


• Code, debug, test and deliver features and improvements in a continuous manner;


• Provide code review, assistance and feedback for other team members.

Required:

• 8+ years of experience developing Python backend services and APIs;


• Advanced knowledge of SQL - ability to write, understand and debug complex queries;


• Data Warehousing and database basic architecture principles;


• POSIX/Unix/Linux ecosystem knowledge;


• Strong knowledge and experience with Python, and API frameworks such as Flask or FastAPI;


• Knowledge about blockchain technologies or willingness to learn;


• Experience with PostgreSQL database system;


• Knowledge of Unit Testing principles;


• Experience with Docker containers and proven ability to migrate existing services;


• Independent and autonomous way of working;


• Team-oriented work and good communication skills are an asset.

Would be a plus:

• Practical experience in big data and frameworks – Kafka, Spark, Flink, Data Lakes and Analytical Databases such as ClickHouse;


• Knowledge of Kubernetes and Infrastructure as Code – Terraform and Ansible;


• Passion for Bitcoin and Blockchain technologies;


• Experience with distributed systems;


• Experience with opensource solutions;


• Experience with Java or willingness to learn.