Principal Data Engineer
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What You’ll Do
Works closely with stakeholders, including Engineering & Product Management, to assist with data-related needs.
Supports Senior Principal Engineers in data architecture, design and implementation, driving alignment and adoption across engineering.
Designing for performance, security, durability and scalability of data models, with version changes.
Championing good data engineering choices and practices aligned with the wider Serko Engineering standards and practices.
Advises on any data design's technical limitations and provides alternative solutions aligned with the broader data strategy and approach outlined by Snr Principal Engineers and Architects.
Leads the development of proof-of-concept projects to validate new data models and data solutions.
Works with Platform, Security, Engineering and Architecture teams to design, implement, and enhance our data platforms.
Mentoring and coaching other data engineers (senior and rising talent engineers) to help them further develop their technical and business-influencing skills.
Assembles large, complex data sets that meet functional / non-functional business requirements.
Be a champion of Engineering standards and Serko’s sensible conventions, drive alignment and consistency on data engineering approaches and techniques.
Be an active participant in the communities of practice in Engineering. Contribute to a learning culture, continuously improving our craft, and role-modelling the right technical and behaviour capabilities.
What You’ll Bring
Strong hands-on experience in modern technologies relevant to your stream (e.g. Java, Kotlin or .NET)
A solid grasp of software architecture, system design, and performance considerations in production environments
Demonstrated experience solving complex engineering challenges in a collaborative, team-based setup
A pragmatic approach to problem-solving—balancing short-term needs with long-term scalability and maintainability
Clear, effective communication skills and a collaborative working style
Experience mentoring or guiding engineers through design and development
Familiarity with agile software development and CI/CD practices
A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field—or equivalent practical experience
Benefits
- At Serko we aim to create a place where people can come and do their best work. This means you’ll be operating in an environment with great tools and support to enable you to perform at the highest level of your abilities, producing high-quality, and delivering innovative and efficient results. Our people are fully engaged, continuously improving, and encouraged to make an impact.
- Some of the benefits of working at Serko are:
- A competitive base pay
- Medical Benefits
- Discretionary incentive plan based on individual and company performance
- Focus on development: Access to a learning & development platform and opportunity for you to own your career pathways
- Flexible work policy.
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Hit the ‘apply’ button now, or explore more about what it’s like to work at Serko and all our global opportunities at www.Serko.com .
About Serko Ltd
Public New Zealand travel-technology company providing corporate travel booking and expense-management software to businesses and travel-management companies.
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