Senior Data Software Engineer with Databricks, dbt, Data Quality

Company: EPAM Systems

We are seeking a Senior Data Software Engineer to support and strengthen a Data & Analytics program focused on scaling the Databricks platform and migrating data and workloads from Teradata. This role requires strong governance around data reconciliation, validation, CI/CD deployment controls, and production release readiness, along with a proactive approach to resolving incidents and improving the reliability of data pipelines.
Unlock the potential of remote work in Kazakhstan, giving you the flexibility to work from home or access our offices in Astana, Almaty or Karaganda.
Responsibilities
* Provide day-to-day support for the Data & Analytics team, triage and resolve incidents raised by stakeholders
* Diagnose and fix broken or failing dbt models, including compilation errors, test failures, schema drift, and stale dependencies
* Monitor, debug, and repair Databricks workflows and jobs, including failed runs, cluster issues, and scheduling problems
* Investigate data quality issues and pipeline failures to identify root cause and apply fixes
* Maintain and improve dbt tests, documentation, and model configurations
* Respond to ad hoc requests for data fixes, backfills, or re-runs
* Collaborate with data engineers and analysts to prevent recurring issues by improving alerting, adding tests, and refactoring fragile models
* Keep runbooks and support documentation up to date
* Escalate complex issues appropriately while owning resolution end-to-end
Requirements
* 3+ years of practical experience with dbt, including models, tests, macros, and debugging build/run errors
* Experience with Databricks, including notebooks, jobs/workflows, clusters, and basic troubleshooting
* Solid SQL skills with comfort reading and modifying transformation logic
* Familiarity with git-based workflows, including PRs and version control
* Strong troubleshooting mindset and ownership of issues through to resolution
* Good communication skills for working with technical and non-technical stakeholders
* Proficiency in English at a B2+ level
We offer
* We connect like-minded people:
* Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
* Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
* Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
* Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
* Corporate and social events
* We invest in your growth:
* Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
* Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
* Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
* Free English classes with certified teachers
* Discounts in local language schools, including online courses for the Kazakh language
* We cover it all:
* Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
* Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
* Medical & family care package
* Six trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
* Coverage of psychology sessions of your choice
* Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)
* Housing support program: preferential mortgage access via Otbasy Bank partnership
EPAM is global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and ambitious startups. With over thirty years of expertise in custom software, product and platform engineering, we empower our clients to become AI-Native enterprises, driving measurable value from innovation and digital investments.

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