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Remote from Spain·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 29 Oct)
Our summary
- Hours
- Jornada intensiva on Fridays and in summer
- Work mode
- Remote from Spain
- Contract
- Full-time
- Experience
- 7+ years
- Benefits
- Private health insurance, flexible pay plan
Visa options
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Skills
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- More than 7 years of experience in data engineering.
- At least 3 years of intensive experience working with Databricks in production environments.
- Advanced mastery of Spark / PySpark and advanced SQL.
- Demonstrable experience designing end-to-end Datalake or Lakehouse architectures (not just developing on top of them).
- Experience in cloud environments with AWS.
- Hands-on experience in defining data governance models.
- Background participating in the definition of data strategies or roadmaps and in technical architecture decision-making.
- Ability to communicate fluently with non-technical profiles and autonomy to lead without constant supervision.
Nice to have
- Official Databricks certifications.
- Experience with automation and infrastructure as code tools: Terraform, Databricks Asset Bundles, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Knowledge of MLflow, Feature Store, or deployment of AI/ML use cases on Databricks platforms.
- Experience in data modeling and application of FinOps practices oriented towards data platforms.
- Previous background in consulting or projects managing multiple stakeholders.
We are looking for someone who...
- Enjoys both the global strategic vision and practical technical execution[cite: 1, 3].
- Has initiative, autonomy, and problem-solving capacity when facing complex challenges.
- Feels comfortable collaborating with cross-functional profiles and translating technical complexity into tangible value.
- Value transparency, clear communication, and teamwork.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- Continuous corporate training.
- Free English classes in small groups.
- Constant personal mentoring and support.
- Participation in conferences, events, and technology communities.
- 23 vacation days + December 24th and 31st off.
- 1 day for professional events and 3 days for personal reconciliation.
- Flexible compensation (Cobee) for restaurant, transportation, training, and childcare.
- Health insurance with Cigna, Adeslas, or Sanitas.
- Wellness program for emotional and psychological well-being.
The role
We are looking for a Cloud Engineer with solid experience in AWS.
You will be responsible for serving and meeting the demand of development teams, managing the provisioning of cloud services, optimizing performance, deploying infrastructure as code, and working on microservices-based architectures.
What you'll do
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC): You will master and deploy infrastructures using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, and Ansible, automating tasks with Bash, Linux, and Git.
- AWS Network Design and Infrastructure: You will design and operate multi-account architectures (hub-and-spoke), managing AWS Transit Gateway and securing traffic through AWS Network Firewall.
- Operational Management and Security: You will administer the cloud infrastructure lifecycle: advanced IAM, WAF, Security Groups, GuardDuty, KMS, multi-cloud governance, costs, and disaster strategy.
- Development Support and Microservices: You will meet the demand of development teams regarding microservices infrastructures (AWS ECS, ECR), ensuring cohesion in performance, scalability, and security.
- Optimization and Monitoring: You will maintain effective alerts, metrics, and monitoring of production services; in addition to planning capacity based on utilization forecasts.
- Ticket-Based Operations: You will handle events, incidents, requests, and patches for standard infrastructure and fully automated pipeline environments.
- Documentation and Methodology: You will develop procedures, policies, and technical instructions working under Agile methodology in high-performance technological environments.
How you'll work
- Intensive working day on Fridays and in August.
- 100% remote work model.
About Kairos DS
Kairos DS is a software consultancy based in Madrid, Spain, specializing in digital transformation, cloud services, and data-driven solutions. The company works with clients across various industries to design and implement custom software, data analytics, and AI solutions, with a strong focus on engineering excellence and agile methodologies. With a team of over 100 professionals, Kairos DS has established itself as a trusted partner for companies looking to modernize their technology stacks and leverage data for business growth.
Kairos DS has a strong presence in Madrid, where its main office is located, and operates primarily in the Spanish market. The company values a collaborative and innovative work culture, with a strong emphasis on continuous learning and professional development. For international professionals, Kairos DS offers opportunities to work on challenging projects in a dynamic environment, with roles spanning from backend and fullstack development to data science and site reliability engineering. The company's commitment to agile practices and modern technologies makes it an attractive option for those looking to advance their careers in Spain.
- Industry
- Software Consultancy
- Founded
- 2015
- Employees
- 51–200
- Headquarters
- Madrid, Spain
- In Spain
- Madrid
Good to know if you are moving
- Kairos DS is headquartered in Madrid, offering a central location in Spain's capital with a vibrant tech scene.
- The company works with modern technologies like Java, Go, Python, and Vue, providing opportunities to work on diverse projects.
- Kairos DS emphasizes agile methodologies and continuous learning, with roles like Agile Coach and Tech Lead available.
- The company has a strong focus on data and AI, with multiple data scientist and AI architect positions open.
- International candidates can expect a collaborative environment with a mix of Spanish and English-speaking teams.
In their own words
About the company & team
We are Kairós, a different kind of technology company. Yes, we help our clients with their digital and methodological transformation challenges, but what truly defines us is how we do it: putting people at the center.
We have been recognized as a Great Place To Work company since 2019, ranking 5th in 2024. Our values of courage, empathy, innovation, and joy are how we work every day. We are more than 850 people (developers, data engineers, strategists...) and we are now looking for someone to join this brilliant and diverse team.
At Kairós, you are not just a number. We know you by name, we care about your work-life balance, and we want you to grow with us.
Additional information
At Kairós, we firmly believe in the importance of equality and diversity in the workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment where all employees feel valued and have the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Apply to the job offer and join the Kairós team!
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