Join Tala's innovative fintech team as a Data Platform Engineer I, where you'll design and maintain scalable data platforms to support financial inclusion for underserved communities in emerging markets. This remote role in Mexico offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to impactful data-driven solutions.

Tala is a global fintech company dedicated to providing financial services to the underserved, using data and technology to unlock economic opportunities. As a Data Platform Engineer I, you will play a crucial role in building and optimizing our data infrastructure to handle large-scale financial data securely and efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include developing robust data pipelines, integrating various data sources, and ensuring high availability and performance of our data platforms. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists and product managers, to translate business needs into scalable engineering solutions. This position is ideal for a motivated engineer passionate about leveraging data to drive positive change.

Key tasks:

• Build and maintain ETL processes using tools like Apache Airflow or similar
• Optimize data storage solutions and implement data quality checks
• Monitor and troubleshoot data platform issues to minimize downtime
• Contribute to the architecture of our growing data ecosystem
• Stay updated with emerging technologies in data engineering

Working remotely from Mexico, you'll be part of a supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and work-life balance. If you're excited about the intersection of technology and finance, join us in empowering millions.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 1-2 years of experience in data engineering or software development
• Proficiency in SQL and Python for data processing and pipeline development
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
• Strong understanding of data warehousing and ETL processes
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with version control systems like Git

• Competitive monthly salary with performance bonuses
• Fully remote work setup with flexible hours
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including medical insurance
• Professional development opportunities and certification reimbursements
• Generous paid time off and parental leave
• Access to modern tools and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for global impact in financial technology