Experienced Backend Engineer

About The Position 

As an Experienced Backend Engineer at Windward, you will hold a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining our data platform, supporting critical data-driven decision-making processes across the organization. 

You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, analysts, and software engineers, ensuring smooth data flow and optimizing our services.  

What will you do? 

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of efficient and scalable data pipelines, facilitating data collection, processing, and transformation from diverse sources 
• Implement real-time data streaming solutions using Kafka, ensuring timely data ingestion and availability 
• Utilize Java, including Spring Boot, to build robust and high-performance data processing services within our data platform 
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to comprehend data requirements, identify opportunities for data optimization, and support data-driven initiatives 
• Uphold data integrity, reliability, and availability by implementing effective ETL processes and conducting data quality checks 
• Leverage AWS services for data storage, processing, and analytics, adhering to security and performance best practices 
• Monitor and troubleshoot service performance, proactively identifying bottlenecks and implementing optimizations 

Requirements 

Who are you? 

• 4+ years of professional experience as a Backend Engineer 
• Full proficiency in Java (Spring Boot) and Kafka, with a proven track record of working with micro-services architecture and streaming solutions 
• Proficiency in AWS services for data storage, processing, and analytics 
• Strong experience in designing and constructing ETL processes for data transformation and integration – advantage 
• Demonstrated ability to challenge decisions and work independently 
• Strong problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail 
• Familiarity with Python and NodeJS (a plus) 
• Experience with GenAI tools – a must 
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or any related field