Backend Engineer (Data)

At ioet , a leading software company with a talented team across LATAM, we provide Software Engineering as a service to clients worldwide. Join us for exciting professional challenges, working on projects ranging from innovative startups to globally recognized brands. Our positions are full-time, remote, and offer competitive compensation in USD. We are looking for an experienced Backend Engineer with strong data engineering skills to design and build a new product from the ground up. The role maintains a strong emphasis on data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes using open technologies like DBT and Airflow. Candidates must have over 5 years of real Data Engineering experience (5 is the minimum), and data analysis roles do not count. You will design and implement scalable ETL processes, with a strong focus on SQL for complex transformations and Python for scripting and automation, while also contributing to backend services that ensure reliable and high-quality data flows. As part of an early-stage initiative, you will help convert business needs into concrete deliverables and support quick prototypes or proofs of concept. Responsibilities: Design and implement scalable ETL processes Own the technical architecture, design, and implementation of the data platform Collaborate with stakeholders and engineering leaders on the data platform roadmap Provide technical guidance and best practices to leadership Support and build backend components that enable stable and efficient data operations Requirements: 5+ years working with backend development. 5+ years working as a Data Engineer (mandatory; analysis roles do not count) 4+ years of complex SQL transformations and optimization Hands-on experience with DBT and Airflow Strong Python scripting knowledge Hands-on experience with AWS Experience with Databricks Modern Data Warehouse concepts and Big Data modeling experience Experience with DuckDB, pandas, or Jupyter Notebook is a plus Spark experience (Batch/Streaming), Spark SQL or PySpark Professional experience using Python with Django Experience with Celery for asynchronous tasks Experience with Redis for caching Experience with RabbitMQ for message queues and event-driven workflows Experience with PostgreSQL as the primary database Experience with MongoDB for metadata and indexing Experience implementing Elasticsearch as the main search engine Strong English communication skills – minimum B2 level Send your application and CV in English (mandatory) Based in Latin America Benefits: Remote work Flexible schedule Collaboration with international clients USD compensation Paid Holidays and Vacations Paid family and sick leaves English classes Educational and wellness bonus Structured career plan with regular salary reviews Emphasis on personal growth and mentorship Are you ready to be part of the ioet journey? Get your CV in English and Apply Now. If you are curious to know more about our culture, technologies, and blogs, visit www. ioet .com Originally posted on Himalayas