Data Platform Operations Engineer

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Data Platform Operations Engineer to support the stability, security, performance, and efficiency of our global enterprise data platform.

This role focuses on providing operational coverage within an 8/5 support model under a follow-the-sun approach, ensuring that the platform continues to meet business needs worldwide.

The ideal candidate will have experience with cloud-based data platforms, an operational mindset, and the ability to contribute to performance optimization and cost management.

We accept CVs in English only.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the secure and stable operation of the enterprise data platform (Snowflake, AWS data stack, dbt, orchestration tools, BI/analytics, etc.)
• Provide operational coverage within an 8/5 support model and assist in responding to major incidents
• Improve monitoring, alerting, and observability solutions for incident detection and resolution
• Carry out platform updates, patching, and configuration management to comply with security and operational standards
• Monitor performance metrics and collaborate on changes to meet shifting business needs
• Use observability platforms to monitor infrastructure, data pipelines, and key services
• Provide monitoring reports and insights to support better operational decisions
• Help implement automation opportunities to reduce manual processes and improve efficiency
• Collaborate on platform enhancements for resilience, scalability, and optimal cost management
• Contribute to infrastructure-as-code and repetitive operational practices

Requirements

• Experience managing cloud-based data platforms for 2+ years (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery, or similar)
• Understanding of cloud environments (AWS) with focus on operations and automation
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (Datadog, Prometheus, Grafana, CloudWatch, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible) and configuration management
• General understanding of security, networking, and compliance within cloud environments
• Problem-solving skills with a team-focused, service-oriented approach
• Flexibility to work in a global support model and assist with on-call responsibilities
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with technical and non-technical teams
• Commitment to improving operational processes and contributing to platform performance
• English level B1+ for effective communication

Nice to have

• Background in cost optimization strategies or FinOps best practices
• Experience working in regulated industries (pharma, healthcare, finance) or compliance-centric environments
• Knowledge of modern data stack tools (dbt, Dagster/Airflow, Tableau, Power BI)
• Understanding of foundational SRE (Site Reliability Engineering) practices

We offer

• Learning Culture - We want you to be the best version of yourself, that is why we offer unlimited access to learning platforms, a wide range of internal courses, and all the knowledge you need to grow professionally
• Health Coverage - Health and wellness are important, that is why we have you and up to four family members in a premiere health plan.
  
  We have a couple of options, so you can choose what is best for you and your family
• Visual Benefit - Seeing your work for us would be a sight for sore eyes.
  
  We want your vision to always be at 100% which is why we offer up to $ COP for any visual health expenses
• Life Insurance Plan - We have partnered with MetLife to offer a full-coverage Ife insurance plan.
  
  So, your family is covered, even if you are gone.
  
  
• Medical Leave Coverage - We are one of the few companies that cover 100% of your medical leave, for up to 90 days.
  
  Your health is the most important thing to us
• Professional Growth Opportunities - We have designed a highly competitive and complete development process, where you will have all the tools to get where you have always wanted to be, personally and professionally
• Stock Option Purchase Plan - As an EPAMer you can be more than just an employee, you will also have the opportunity to purchase stock at a reduced price and become a part owner of our organization
• Additional Income - Besides your regular salary, you will also have the chance to earn extra income by referring talent, being a technical interviewer, and many more ways
• Community Benefit - You will be part of a worldwide community of over 50,000 employees, where you can learn, challenge yourself, stand out, and share your knowledge and experience with multicultural teams

Please note that even though you are applying for this position, you may be offered other projects to join within EPAM.

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services.

We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities.

We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture.

Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow.

No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.

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