Senior Data Engineer

Valenta

Senior Data Engineer

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Position Overview
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Valenta is seeking a highly capable Data Engineer who can\nindependently work on modern data engineering, AI\-driven automation, and client\nsolutions. This is a hands\-on role requiring someone proactive, client\-facing,\nand comfortable working across cloud platforms, APIs, AI/LLM integrations,\nautomation frameworks, and scalable data pipelines.
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You'll support active client delivery initiatives involving\nPython development, Azure services, API integrations, LLM\-based fuzzy matching,\nautomation (via Cursor, Claude Code, or similar AI\-assisted development tools),\nand orchestration of complex data workflows.
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Key Responsibilities
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Build\nand maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines on Azure
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Develop\nPython\-based automation and data engineering solutions
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Implement\nLLM\-driven features (fuzzy matching, semantic similarity, prompt engineering)
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Integrate\nREST APIs and external systems
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Use\nAI\-assisted development tools (Cursor, Claude Code) for rapid feature\ndevelopment
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Handle\ndata transformation, validation, cleansing, and optimization
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Troubleshoot\nproduction issues and optimize pipelines
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Participate\ndirectly in client discussions and requirement gathering
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Independently\nmanage assigned deliverables with minimal supervision
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Required Technical Skills
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Core Data Engineering
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Strong\nhands\-on Python programming experience
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Strong\nSQL skills (query optimization, data modeling)
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Azure\necosystem experience: Azure Data Factory, Azure Functions, Azure SQL, ADLS\nGen2, Azure Storage
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>API\nintegration experience (REST APIs, JSON handling, authentication)
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>ETL/ELT\npipeline architecture and design
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Git/version\ncontrol
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Production\nsupport and debugging skills
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AI & LLM Integration (Core Requirement)
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Experience\nwith LLM APIs (OpenAI, Claude, or similar) \u2014 required
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Understanding\nof embeddings, vector similarity, or semantic matching \u2014 required
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Exposure\nto prompt engineering or fuzzy matching techniques \u2014 required
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Experience\nwith AI\-assisted coding tools (Cursor, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or similar)\n\u2014 required
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Understanding\nof automation workflows and integration patterns
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Communication & Ownership
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Excellent\nspoken and written English
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Comfortable\nspeaking directly with clients and internal stakeholders
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Strong\nownership mindset
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Ability\nto work independently and manage timelines under pressure
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Preferred Qualifications
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>4\u20138\nyears of relevant data engineering experience
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Prior\nconsulting or client\-facing experience
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Hands\-on\nexperience in analytics consulting or delivery
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Production\nexperience in regulated industries (finance, healthcare, etc.)
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\u2022 <\/span><\/span><\/span>Exposure\nto Power BI, Tableau, or reporting ecosystems
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Requirements<\/h3>
What Success Looks Like
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In this role, you'll be able to:
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\u2022\tIndependently build, debug, and troubleshoot data pipelines in production
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\u2022\tQuickly understand client requirements and translate them into technical solutions
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\u2022\tImplement LLM\-driven features (fuzzy matching, semantic similarity) with minimal guidance
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\u2022\tLeverage AI\-assisted development tools to deliver features faster
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\u2022\tCommunicate confidently with clients and internal stakeholders
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\u2022\tDeliver in fast\-paced, high\-priority client environments
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Important Notes
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\u2022\tImmediate availability or short notice period preferred
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\u2022\tThis is an urgent hiring requirement
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\u2022\tStrong communication and practical problem\-solving are mandatory
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\u2022\tLLM and AI\-assisted development experience is non\-negotiable
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