Data Engineer
Applus IDIADA9 days ago
Tarragona, SpainMid Level
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain scalable data infrastructure and pipelines.
- Create, implement, and optimize ETL processes.
- Ensure data quality, integrity, accessibility, and efficient data retrieval.
- Select and implement appropriate relational, NoSQL, vector, and graph database technologies for different use cases.
- Design data models and support data governance and security principles.
- Implement observability, tracing, logging, and monitoring using OTEL and related practices.
- Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to translate requirements into efficient data architectures.
- Develop solutions for similarity search, complex relationship modeling, and large-scale unstructured data processing.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience with Python programming and SQL.
- At least 2 years of experience in data engineering projects.
- Strong knowledge of relational, NoSQL, vector, and graph database systems.
- Experience with big data technologies and cloud-based data solutions, preferably AWS.
- Experience designing and implementing ETL processes.
- Knowledge of data modeling and data governance principles.
- Demonstrated experience with OTEL and logging for tracing, observability, and controlling.
- Familiarity with vector similarity search and graph data modeling is preferred.
- Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, or a related field.
- Cloud technology or data engineering certifications are advantageous.
- Fluency in Spanish and English.
- Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and collaboration skills.
Benefits
- Highly flexible hybrid work model.
- Subsidized canteen.
- Free language courses.
- Transport services.
- Coaching services.
- Work-life balance and employee wellbeing benefits.
- Multicultural and inclusive work environment with opportunities for innovation and professional growth.
About Applus IDIADA
Applus IDIADA provides automotive engineering, testing, and homologation services for vehicle manufacturers and suppliers, along with access to proving grounds and lab facilities. Its work spans design and CAE, validation of powertrain, brakes, durability and safety, and certification to EC/ECE and other regulations. Founded in 1971 and headquartered in Santa Oliva (Tarragona, Spain), the company operates proving grounds in Spain and China and supports global development programs.