Senior Big Data Engineer (Backend-Focused)

Shield is a global startup, with offices in TLV, NYC, LDN, and LIS. 

We’re rapidly growing and looking for another important piece of the puzzle. 

Is it you? 

We are seeking a Senior Big Data Engineer with strong backend engineering expertise to design, build, and optimize large-scale data systems. The ideal candidate is passionate about distributed systems, scalable data processing, and modern programming practices. You will work closely with backend engineers, and product teams to deliver robust data pipelines and platforms that power business intelligence, analytics, and AI initiatives.

Let’s get down to business: 

In this role, you will:

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL processes using tools like Apache Spark, Trino, and Airflow.
• Develop, optimize, and maintain data lake and data warehouse solutions using Snowflake, Apache Iceberg, or similar technologies.
• Build and maintain real-time event streaming architectures using Kafka, RabbitMQ, or related technologies.
• Collaborate with backend teams to integrate data systems into core applications and APIs.
• Ensure data quality, governance, and reliability across distributed systems.
• Optimize data models, queries, and storage for performance and cost efficiency.

Experience and Skills:

• 7+ years of experience in data engineering or backend development.
• Strong programming skills in one or more modern languages: Java, C#, Go, Python, or TypeScript.
• Proven experience building and managing event-driven systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.).
• Experience developing ETL/ELT pipelines with Spark, Trino, or similar frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with data warehousing and lakehouse technologies (e.g., Snowflake, Iceberg).
• Solid understanding of distributed systems, data modeling, and API design.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.

Oh hey, you made it all the way here! 

So, in case you were wondering, Shield is how compliance teams in financial services can finally read between the lines to see what their employee communications are really saying.  

Our platform analyzes digital interactions to fight financial crimes and mitigate a toxic workplace environment. 

Shield is a post-Series B startup ($35M) with some of the largest financial organizations in the world as investors and customers. 

Shielders listen more intently. Pay closer attention to the details. Make the extra effort. Care. It’s what we do at Shield every day. And not just for our customers, but for everyone we work with. It’s all about creating a world where people understand and trust each other. 

Shield is set to do good in the world, we help protect market integrity and people’s financial assets.