Senior Staff Engineer I

Agile Lab is a company founded in 2014 with the mission to create value for its customers in data-intensive environments through customizable solutions that establish performance-driven processes, sustainable architectures, and automated platforms based on data governance best practices.Having delivered over 100 successful Elite Data Engineering initiatives, we have used this experience to create Witboost: a modular, technology-agnostic platform that enables modern organizations to discover, value, and produce their data in both traditional environments and fully compliant Data Mesh architectures.With a highly skilled team of over 130 data engineers based in Europe, Agile Lab helps organizations with their data-driven transformation.Take a look at our handbook to discover our core values and processes.We are looking to hire a talented Staff Engineer to develop and manage our Big Data solutions. In this role, you will be required to design and implement Big Data tools and frameworks, data-intensive applications, and cloud platforms.To ensure success as a Big Data Engineer, you should have in-depth knowledge of distributed computing technologies and top problem-solving skills.Salary: 62.5K - 72.5K + up to 8K bonusResponsibilities:Analyzes, designs, and implements complex systemsChallenges team processes, looking for ways to improveMentors junior engineers via pairing, design, and code reviewBuilds software solutions by adhering to our quality standards about SDLCMakes active efforts to stay up-to-date with technologiesLeads the technical design of complex systemsUnderstands and optimizes system performancesTakes the initiative to fix issues before they become problemsDelivers complex systems, well-baked, and almost bug-freeProactively identifies problems with requirements and project plansBecomes an expert in one technological areaResearches and proposes new technologiesDetects possible performance bottlenecksKnown for drama-free launchesCan jump into old projects and fix themInfluences the technical and business roadmap of services/products/projectsProactively identifies and tackles tech debtCommunicates with self-awarenessProposes solutions in written form with proper contextContributes to the career development of othersIs sought out for technical guidance and is seen as a resource by othersCreates sweeping improvements in stability, performance, and scalability of major business-critical systemsCan discuss at the same level with tech-vendor engineering teamsDebugs complex problems encountered by the teamResolves tech and business problems effectivelyRemoves roadblocks for multiple projects/productsActs with full autonomy based on strategyHas made a significant positive impact on the company's technical/business trajectoryIdentifies technological improvement areas for the organizationFocuses on efficiency, introducing new practices, processes, and standardsListens, guides debates, and helps reach consensus; communicates decisions clearlySets short to medium-term strategic technical or operational directions, looking 6-12 months aheadClearly communicates technical vision and helps teams and stakeholders follow itProactively identifies and communicates lack of clarity in overall strategyRequirements:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science7+ years of experience in the fieldIn-depth knowledge of Hadoop, Spark, and similar frameworksProficiency in Java and ScalaExpertise in cloud-native technologies, IaC, and Docker toolsExcellent project management skillsExcellent communication skillsProactivityBusiness and functional understandingTeam playerAbility to solve complex networking, data, and software issuesLeadership capabilitiesWe offer:Full remote or hybrid working in Milan, Turin, Padua, Bologna, Catania, and RendeWork-life balanceMonthly training budgetStructured career path with clear expectations and salary levelsSupport of a buddy for guidanceBenefits and corporate welfare programsOpportunity to work abroad for 2 weeksReferral bonusAttend one conference per yearInclusive environmentGrowth-oriented environmentHow we work:No hierarchies; we work as a teamNo bureaucracy; responsibility is valuedData-driven decisionsAim to positively change our industryValues of empathy, humility, collaboration, and self-challenge#J-18808-Ljbffr