Senior Data Engineer (Snowflake, Informatica)
at Aviva
Posted 6 days ago
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- City
- Warsaw
- Country
- Poland
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As a Senior Data Engineer, you will design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and infrastructure to support data-driven applications. You should have strong expertise in data engineering, software development, and system architecture, with hands-on experience in Informatica, Snowflake, and dbt. You will automate data workflows, optimize ETL/ELT processes, migrate legacy tools (Visual Basic, Informatica) to Snowflake, and ensure data quality, security, and performance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor other data engineers to raise technical standards.
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The project is growing and the team needs you! As a Senior Data Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines and infrastructure to support data-driven applications. You should have strong expertise in data engineering, software development, and system architecture.
Why is it good to join Aviva?
Become a part of a team of enthusiasts where initiatives are more than welcome
You'll have the real influence on the shape of the project (everyone's voice matters)
You'll have fun creating and implementing high quality solutions that you can later leverage on - there will be more time to work on interesting features in the future (instead of putting out fires)
Experience friendly and supportive working culture
Direct cooperation with the UK team
Have lots of fun and satisfaction from your work without sacrificing work-life balance
You'll get access to high quality learning platforms with guaranteed time for self-development during working hours
Internal upskilling programs available for Data Engineers
Opportunity to use and experience modern technology stack used within Data Engineering
Clear career path
What will you be doing?
Develop scripts using SQL and Python.
Work with Informatica to extract, transform, and load (ETL) data.
Automate data workflows and processes.
Support changes in the existing ecosystem and participate in migrating legacy tools (Visual Basic, Informatica) to Snowflake and dbt.
Design and develop scalable data pipelines, troubleshoot data issues, and ensure high availability and performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver robust solutions.
Implement best practices for data modelling, performance tuning, and cost-efficient architecture.
Ensure data quality, reliability, and security across all stages of the data lifecycle.
Conduct code reviews to maintain high-quality, secure, and maintainable solutions.
Mentor data engineers and contribute to the team’s technical growth and standards.
What we’re looking for?
Approx. 5 years of experience in a relevant role.
Hands-on experience with Informatica.
Advanced proficiency in Python and SQL.
Knowledge of VB6 (legacy systems).
Proficiency in Snowflake scripting - stored procedures (PLSQL or python), user defined functions, Common Table expressions, Window functions.
Experience in using Snowpark.
Understanding Snowflake concepts like data sharing, replication, dynamic data, using masking policies, secure views, row access policies concepts, tags, streams, tasks, external tables, time travel, clone, storage integration, stages, clustering of larger tables on clustering keys, role-based access control
DBT (Data build tool) hands on experience in creating models as per requirements, using macros, jinja scripting, hooks, automated tests, snapshots, DBT packages.
Strong understanding of ETL/ELT tools and processes.
Familiarity with Git concepts (branching, cloning, pull requests, conflict resolution, code reviews).
Understanding of data structures and data modelling principles.
Knowledge of various file formats (CSV, Parquet, JSON, YAML).
Experience with Azure DevOps (pipelines, agents, repos) or AWS services.
Strong foundation in software engineering best practices, SDLC methodologies (Agile/Scrum), and active participation in Agile ceremonies.
Excellent communicator with proven experience working in multinational, cross-functional teams and partnering with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions through close stakeholder collaboration.
Proactive self-starter who is open to continuously learning and adapting to evolving data engineering tools and technologies (e.g., Snowflake, dbt).
Experience leading or mentoring less seasoned team members, providing guidance on best practices, code reviews, and technical skills development.
Fluent English.
Nice to have:
Experience with Apache Airflow.
Familiarity with C#.
In Aviva Services Excellence Centre, we provide:
Contract of employment
Performance Bonus
Private medical care (ENEL-MED)
Cafeteria system of benefits (e.g. MultiSport card)
Additional parent privileges:
- baby leave – 6 weeks leave for second parent
- shortened working time after parental leaveEmployer-funded group insurance
Employee Shares Plan
Extra day off for birthday
Paid time off to volunteer
Additional leave acquired over the years in the company (even 5 days more in a year)
Wellbeing Leave - additional two weeks paid leave after 10 years of service
Psychological support consultations
Access to the e-learning platforms
Internal employee referral program
Hybrid working model from Poland with a few days in Warsaw office per month
Attractive office location in Warsaw - Gdański Business Center
Additional entitlements for people with disabilities - Work Without Barriers
Work environment that promotes diversity - Diversity Charter
Do you see yourself in Aviva Services Excellence Centre? Be sure to apply!
Aviva is for everyone!
We’ve been ranked the #1 Best Workplace in Poland and #5 for Women by Great Place to Work®! Join a place where you’re empowered to grow, thrive, and shine bright!
As a signatory to the Diversity Charter, Aviva applies a policy of equal treatment and creates a work environment that is friendly to people with disabilities. We do not require from candidates the date of birth, marital status and attached photos to your CV. We encourage all individuals regardless of gender to apply.
Most of our people are smart working – spending also time in our office - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.
We’re inclusive - we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Excited but not sure you tick every box? Research tells us that women, particularly, feel this way. So, regardless of gender, why not apply and try!
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Location: Poland - Warsaw - ASEC

