Senior Data Engineer I - QuantumBlack, AI by McKinsey

Do you want to do work that matters, alongside supportive leaders who will help you grow faster than you ever thought possible? Are you a creative problem-solver who is energized by challenges? You've come to the right place.

YOUR IMPACT

You will design scalable data pipelines, manage secure data environments, and contribute to technical workstreams while collaborating with clients and cross-functional teams.

You'll tackle impactful challenges and grow as a technologist by working on innovative AI solutions across diverse industries.

In this role, you will support the delivery of advanced analytics workstreams and take ownership of defined technical platforms. You'll design and build robust, scalable, and reproducible data pipelines for machine learning, manage secure data environments, and assess data quality to prepare it for advanced analytics models. You'll also mentor junior colleagues and contribute to internal asset development and R&D projects that push the boundaries of what's possible in AI.

Do you have experience in Spark?, Degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or equivalent experience 5+ years relevant professional experience Ability to write clean, maintainable, scalable and robust code in an object-oriented language, e.g., Python, Scala, Java, in a professional setting Familiarity with distributed computing frameworks (e.g. Spark, Dask), cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization, and analytics libraries (e.g. pandas, NumPy, matplotlib) Proven experience building data pipelines in production for advanced analytics use cases Experience working across structured, semi-structured and unstructured data While we advocate for using the right tech for the right task, we often leverage the following technologies: Python, PySpark, the PyData stack, SQL, Airflow, Databricks, our own open-source data pipelining framework called Kedro, Dask/RAPIDS, container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, cloud solutions such as AWS, GCP, and Azure, and more Exceptional time management to meet your responsibilities in a complex and largely autonomous work environment Willingness to travel Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, in English, with the ability to adjust your style to suit different perspectives and seniority levels

Driving lasting impact and building long-term capabilities with our clients is not easy work. You are the kind of person who thrives in a high performance/high reward culture - doing hard things, picking yourself up when you stumble, and having the resilience to try another way forward.

In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we'll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities you need to become a stronger leader faster than you ever thought possible. Your colleagues-at all levels-will invest deeply in your development, just as much as they invest in delivering exceptional results for clients. Every day, you'll receive apprenticeship, coaching, and exposure that will accelerate your growth in ways you won't find anywhere else.

When you join us, you will have:

• Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
• A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You'll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
• Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm's diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions for our clients. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• World-class benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family.