Datacom is seeking a Principal Engineer - Data in Auckland, New Zealand, to lead the development of a modern data platform for their Datapay product. The role involves architecting data systems for real-time processing and compliance, requiring deep expertise in data engineering and cloud infrastructure
Job Summary
This role involves architecting a greenfield data platform from the ground up, moving away from legacy batch architectures to a modern stack built on open standards.
The Principal Engineer will own the technical vision for ingesting, storing, transforming, and serving data to power AI-powered features and seamless enterprise integrations.
Datacom offers a dynamic, agile culture with perks including remote working, flexi-hours, professional development courses, and a flat-structured environment.
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Datacom is seeking a Principal Engineer - Data in Auckland, New Zealand, to lead the development of a modern data platform for their Datapay product. The role involves architecting data systems for real-time processing and compliance, requiring deep expertise in data engineering and cloud infrastructure.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Modern data engineering with lakehouses
Real-time streaming data pipeline development
Azure cloud infrastructure proficiency
Multi-tenant data security implementation
Python or TypeScript programming skills
Strong SQL and analytical query engines
Nice-to-have
Experience with event-sourced systems
Knowledge of embedded analytical query engines
Background in payroll or HR tech compliance
Contributions to open-source data projects
Understanding of AI/ML semantic layers
Key Requirements
Deep experience with modern data engineering
Track record in greenfield architectural decisions