Senior Data Engineer (18 Months Contract)

Job title: Senior Data Engineer (18 Months Contract)

About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain a common unified data framework, data pipelines, data models, data products, and engineering tooling to enable robust data integration and analytics across the organization.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain a common unified data framework that enables seamless integration of data from various sources and systems.
• Create and optimize data pipelines for ingesting, processing, transforming, and storing large volumes of structured and unstructured data.
• Work closely with data scientists and analysts to understand their data requirements and translate them into robust data models.
• Develop and maintain data engineering tooling to improve data ingestion, data quality, data monitoring, and data governance processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve data pipeline and data-related issues to ensure uninterrupted data flow.
• Monitor data pipeline performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize data processing and storage for efficiency.
• Evaluate and integrate third-party data tools and technologies to enhance the data engineering capabilities of the organization.
• Experience applying AI or intelligent techniques to improve data quality, monitoring, or development workflows.

What We're Looking For

• Proficiency in object oriented or/and functional programming languages such as Python, Scala, or Java for data processing and data manipulation.
• Solid understanding of data quality, data governance, security, and lineage concepts.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot data-related issues effectively.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated passion for data engineering, automation, and continuous learning.

Nice to Have

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 6 years of experience working as a Data Engineer with a proven track record in designing and building production grade data pipelines and data models.
• Experience applying AI or intelligent techniques to improve data quality, monitoring, or development workflows.
• Knowledge of C# web development using Microsoft .NET would be advantageous.

Compensation & Benefits

• We offer a commitment to pay equity with a zero-net-pay-gap policy and an inclusive, belonging-focused culture.
• We support Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that foster career development, cultural awareness, and social responsibility.
• Illumina is an equal opportunity employer; background checks are part of the process and are conducted in accordance with local laws.
• Background checks may be required for offers; accommodations are available upon request.