Senior Data Engineer at ResearchGate

Are you ready to use your technical expertise to support a global community of over 25 million scientists and researchers? At ResearchGate, we are on a mission to connect the world of science and make research open to everyone. By joining our team, you will help us build the tools that empower scientists to collaborate and advance their work, ultimately impacting lives across the globe. We are looking for someone who shares our passion for innovation and wants to make a tangible difference in the scientific community.

What you bring

As a Senior Data Engineer, you will play a vital role in our platform engineering department by shaping the infrastructure that drives our data-informed decisions. This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Berlin. You will be responsible for the following:

• Designing and maintaining efficient, scalable data architectures that simplify the development of big data applications.
• Managing the migration of key technologies like Hadoop, Flink, and Kafka into the cloud environment.
• Taking technical ownership of our data platform components while collaborating closely with our analytics, data science, and backend engineering teams.

Requirements

We are looking for a candidate with at least 5 years of experience in data engineering who is comfortable working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. You should have strong proficiency in Python, with Java experience being a significant plus. A deep understanding of Google Cloud Platform is essential, alongside a solid grasp of DevOps practices, including Kubernetes, Terraform, and cloud security principles. We value individuals who are eager to learn, enjoy mentoring teammates through pair programming, and possess the communication skills to explain complex data findings to a broader audience. Proficiency in English is required for this role.

What we offer

We believe in fostering an open and empowered culture where you can grow your career while balancing your personal life. Our benefits package is designed to support your professional and personal well-being:

• Flexible working hours and a remote-first approach, including the ability to work across borders for up to 120 days per year.
• A generous allowance of 30 days of paid time off.
• Dedicated budgets for professional development and learning.
• Access to resources and a dedicated budget to support your mental wellness.
• The option to utilize our office in the heart of Berlin whenever you want a change of scenery.

How to Apply

If you are excited about our mission and meet the requirements, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application to join our team of optimists. To ensure an inclusive and fair hiring process, we kindly ask that you do not include a photo or your age on your CV or application form. We look forward to learning more about your skills and how you can contribute to our vision.