Senior Data Engineer, Elixir

Faria is a forward-thinking company that consistently delivers new features and is passionate about staying ahead of the competition. Every day is different, and you will be challenged to think creatively and innovate within a multi-disciplined team of talented people. We're a great team to work with, seriously committed to doing our best work, and we value individuals who can work well as part of a team.

We are seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join the development team of the SpotLight application, design and implement data extraction, transformation, and loading processes for the Faria Data Platform. Ensure reliable, scalable data integration across multiple educational systems and external data sources.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain ETL processes for ManageBac+, OpenApply, SchoolsBuddy, and external systems
• Design data reconciliation algorithms for student, parent, and class entity matching
• Optimize data extraction performance and implement change data capture patterns
• Collaborate with external consultants on domain-specific data mapping requirements
• Establish data quality monitoring and validation frameworks
• Mentor junior data engineer on best practices and architectural patterns

Requirements:
Required Technical Skills

• 5+ years of data engineering experience with expertise in:
• SQL: Advanced query optimization, stored procedures, database design
• ETL/ELT: Data pipeline development, transformation logic, error handling
• Cloud Platforms: AWS (RDS, S3, Lambda, Athena), data lake architecture
• Programming: Strong proficiency in SQL, Elixir, Phoenix, Oban; relevant experience with other technologies such as Erlang, Akka, Functional Languages, Python, .NET will be considered.

• Experience with multi-source data integration and reconciliation challenges
• Understanding of data privacy and security requirements for sensitive information

Preferred Qualifications

• Educational technology or student information system experience
• Experience with real-time data processing and CDC patterns
• Knowledge of vector databases and modern analytics architectures

Benefits:
• Compensation - Competitive salary and opportunities for career development
• Learning - We encourage continued education, providing an online learning platform, unlimited book purchases, and diverse internal and external training programs.
• Team - Friendly atmosphere, group activities, and corporate events
• Equipment - MacBook Pro or another laptop of your specification, peripherals, and displays included
• Office space - Small but cozy office in Krakow for your convenience

ABOUT FARIA EDUCATION GROUP

For over 15 years, Faria Education Group has deeply understood the needs of schools, leveraging extensive experience in education. Our dedication to reaching every learner and inspiring every educator has supported over 10,000 schools and 4 million students across 155 countries. We are committed to driving transformative experiences for learners, educators, and families globally.

Our integrated SaaS solutions suite supports all aspects of curriculum management (Atlas), teaching and learning (ManageBac), admissions (OpenApply), and school-to-home communications (SchoolsBuddy). With an unwavering commitment to innovation, our technology meets rigorous data protection and security standards, ensuring first-class training and support.

Through our innovative online schools (Pamoja and Wolsey Hall), we provide comprehensive educational experiences with IB Diploma and Cambridge online courses, delivering high-quality education to schools and homes worldwide.

Join us in our commitment to transforming education and empowering communities worldwide.

https://www.faria.org/careers