Data engineer

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Job Summary

Accenture is looking for Data Engineers at different levels of seniority (Analysts, Senior Analysts, Leads, Managers...) to help us with design, develop, and maintain data solutions. Applicants must have experience in Python and SQL. We have offices in Lisbon, Braga, and Coimbra - hybrid work model.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain data pipelines and workflows for structured and unstructured data
• Develop and optimize ETL/ELT processes using Python and SQL
• Contribute to the development of internal tools and applications (Python-based)
• Apply best practices for data governance, security, and data quality in day-to-day activities.
• Managing databases and ensuring data quality and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and implement effective solutions.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, tools, and emerging technologies to continuously improve technical skills and data processes.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in data engineering, data science, or software development.
• Strong proficiency in Python and SQL for data manipulation and transformation (required).
• Knowledge of Data Engineering concepts, including data ingestion, transformation, and pipeline monitoring.
• Understanding of data governance, security, and data quality principles.
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members and cross-functional teams.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written).

Nice to have (any of them)

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP, or Snowflake.
• Familiarity with big data tools.
• Hands-on experience with APIs (e.g., RESTful APIs, GraphQL) and system integration.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture and containerization tools like Docker or Kubernetes.
• Exposure to machine learning workflows, including model training, evaluation, and deployment.
• Understanding of data modeling, data lakes, and data warehouses.
• Fluency in other languages, such as French and/or Spanish is a BIG plus.

Locations

Lisbon, Braga, Coimbra

Additional Information

Accenture is governed by the principles of meritocracy and equal opportunity, not discriminating or tolerating any discrimination based on ancestry, ethnic origin, race, color, sex, marital status, place of origin, education level, social position, sexual orientation, religion, beliefs, and/or political or ideological options, economic or social situation, or based on any other factor considered discriminatory and prohibited by law.

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