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- Work mode
- Remote from Spain
- Experience
- 2+ years


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Skills
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
What we're looking for
Essential knowledge (technology) Between 2 and 4 years of experience in professional software development, with participation in the design and implementation of solutions in production environments. Experience in data engineering and/or data processing, building or maintaining pipelines in production environments. Previous experience in agile development teams. Hard skills: Solid knowledge of Python applied to data engineering and information processing. Experience in SQL for data querying and transformation. Habitual use of Git and collaborative development workflows. Experience with CI/CD practices and tools such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions. Experience with Apache Spark, Databricks, and/or PySpark for data processing. Knowledge of backend development with Spring Boot or similar frameworks. Experience in the design and implementation of REST APIs. Ability to use AI-assisted productivity tools such as GitHub Copilot. Knowledge of public cloud, preferably Azure. Knowledge of Java. Knowledge of messaging/event streaming with Kafka. Soft skills: Analytical capacity to decompose problems and propose reasoned technical solutions. Clear communication to understand needs, convey progress, and collaborate with the team. Result orientation and a proactive attitude, combining autonomy, responsibility, and focus on delivery. Continuous improvement mindset, technical curiosity, and ease in learning new technologies. Ability to work in a team and receive constructive feedback.
Nice to have
Desirable knowledge (technology): Knowledge of Machine Learning and MLOps.
The role
Develop and maintain data engineering solutions and backend services on the bank's analytical platform, contributing to ensuring that common customer information and other critical data assets are built and exposed with quality, robustness, scalability, and operational efficiency for consumption by other areas and applications of the bank. Analyze functional and non-functional requirements, understand business needs, and contribute to transforming them into viable and maintainable technical solutions. Implement ETL/ELT processes on Azure Databricks to build and maintain the common data layer, with attention to the consistency, traceability, and reliability of the information. Develop software components and REST APIs to expose data and capabilities to operational systems, following well-defined contracts and team standards. Implement assigned functionalities, participate in diagnosing production problems, and collaborate in root cause analysis and technical incident resolution. Apply software quality standards established by the team, including coding best practices, testing, code review, and CI/CD. Contribute to the performance and efficiency optimization of the developed solutions, paying attention to batch execution times, resource consumption, and Spark/Databricks performance. Use AI tools applied to development as productivity accelerators and support for analysis, implementation, and troubleshooting, maintaining technical judgment and validation over the results. Collaborate effectively with the technical team and other areas, communicating progress, dependencies, doubts, and improvement proposals. Maintain a continuous learning attitude, exploring new technologies, patterns, and ways of working that improve productivity and the quality of the delivered solutions.
About Métrica
METRICA is a technology and digital consulting firm founded in Madrid in 2000. The company provides IT talent and tailored solutions to accelerate digital transformation, with a global presence spanning Spain, Peru, Portugal, Chile, and the USA. Their services include AI adoption, agile delivery, and technology consulting, supported by a diverse international team.
In Spain, METRICA operates with a strong remote and hybrid work culture, offering roles across Madrid, Barcelona, and fully remote positions. The company emphasizes flexibility, proactivity, and a hands-on approach, making it relevant for international professionals seeking opportunities in IT consulting, data, and infrastructure roles.
- Industry
- IT Consulting
- Founded
- 2000
- Headquarters
- Madrid, Spain
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona
Good to know if you are moving
- METRICA was founded in Madrid in 2000, making it a Spanish-origin company.
- The company has a global presence with offices in Spain, Peru, Portugal, Chile, and the USA.
- Many roles in Spain offer 100% remote work, while others are hybrid in Madrid or Barcelona.
- The company focuses on digital transformation, offering roles in data, infrastructure, and SAP consulting.
- METRICA emphasizes a diverse and international team, which may be welcoming to foreign professionals.
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