Job Description

What's the role?
In this role of a Senior Software Engineer, you will design and develop backend systems, manage databases, and ensure efficient data flow to support high-performance analytics and scalable solutions across the organization. In addition you will:

• Design and architect state-of-the-art testing processes using modern techniques, tools, and pipelines for all HERE products and features, with a focus on leveraging Python and strong SQL skills to automate and optimize test validation.
• Execute data engineering activities in collaboration with the E2E Product Quality Design and Architecture team, utilizing Python for data transformation and automation to scale test validation and improve assessment processes for stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain a data infrastructure framework that is easily query able by all teams within HERE, ensuring efficient access to data. Strong SQL expertise will be key in developing robust querying solutions for large datasets.
• Interpret project objectives and requirements to create tailored data engineering solutions, leveraging your Python skills for data processing and building tools for product quality measurement and validation.
• Lead the design and development of scalable, high-performance software solutions using Python, Flask, and Django. Architect APIs and backend systems to ensure seamless integration across services and platforms.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical requirements, leveraging strong communication and problem-solving skills. Support ad hoc statistical analysis and sampling using Python for insights.
• Plan and manage development activities, document requirements in JIRA, and ensure timely progress through Agile methodologies. seamless connectivity between the JIRA board and the database
• Ensure high-quality development in Python, SQL, and web frameworks (Flask/Django) through code reviews and best practices.

Who are you?
You are a team-player who collaborates with developers, testers and product owner. A fast learner and are comfortable working with little direction. You take initiative and bring up ideas. In addition you have the following:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field with 5-8 years of professional experience in data engineering.
• Strong programming skills in Python and SQL for building robust, high-performance data solutions.
• Experience working in Agile development environments, contributing to all stages of the software development lifecycle.
• Proficient in data engineering principles and working with large datasets. Experience in optimizing data workflows and writing complex SQL queries for data extraction and analysis.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., GitLab) and implementing CI/CD pipelines to streamline development processes.
• Knowledge and experience with AWS for cloud-based infrastructure like (EC2, RDS, Lambda, Cloudfront, etc), deployments, and scaling.
• Proficient in data structures and OOP concepts for writing efficient, maintainable code.
• Experience with Flask and Django for developing and deploying web-based applications and services.

What we offer?
We offer an opportunity to work in a cutting-edge technology environment with challenging problems to solve! You can make a direct impact on delivery of companyxc2xb4s strategic goals and the freedom to decide how to perform your work. We will support you in delivering your day to day tasks and achieving your personal goals and developing your skills. Personal development is highly encouraged at HERE. You can take different courses and training at our online University and join cross-functional team projects within our Talent Platform.
HERE is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Who are we?
HERE Technologies is a location data and technology platform company. We empower our customers to achieve better outcomes from helping a city manage its infrastructure or a business optimize its assets to guiding drivers to their destination safely. At HERE we take it upon ourselves to be the change we wish to see. We create solutions that fuel innovation, provide opportunity and foster inclusion to improve peoples lives. If you are inspired by an open world and driven to create positive change. Join us. Learn more about us.
In this role you will be part of our Analytics and Tools team within the End-to-End Product Quality Design and Architecture group. This team ensures that every solution and service we deliver not only meets but exceeds customer expectations through an unwavering commitment to quality. We focus on building and optimizing backend infrastructure, including ETL processes and data pipelines.