> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/725937-senior-data-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/725937-senior-data-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Data Engineer - **Company:** IDnow - **Location:** Rennes, France (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon S3, Automation of Tests, Big Data, Continuous Integration, Data Security, Database Queries, Linux, DevOps, Django Web Framework, Identity and Access Management, Information Lifecycle Management, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Machine Learning, MariaDB, Performance Tuning, Ansible, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Ceph (Software), Data Storage Technologies, Fastapi, Pytest, Containerization, Data Lakes, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Deployment Automation, Data Management, Machine Learning Operations, Restful APIs, Docker - **Published:** June 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://fr.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=798bdb4d6e69e2ea ## About the Role Do you have experience in SQL?, * Application development in Python (tooling, services, data scripts, packaging). * API frameworks and REST APIs (FastAPI/Django REST or equivalent). * Automated testing with pytest; strong quality and coverage mindset. * SQL databases: solid knowledge of PostgreSQL and MariaDB (modeling, query writing, migrations, basic performance tuning). * Data storage: design and operation of data storage solutions, including S3-compatible object storage (Ceph/Rook). * Docker and Kubernetes: containerization best practices and cluster deployments., * Motivation and initiative. * Curiosity, appetite for technical challenges, and continuous learning. * Team spirit, clear communication with diverse stakeholders (engineers, researchers, QA, devops). * Rigor, service orientation, and product mindset. * English required (international environment). ## Description * Define and own data storage and data management architecture for our software and AI/ML workflows. * Develop and maintain tools and services that AI & ML R&D teams and engineering teams rely on, including workflow orchestration platforms and test campaign infrastructure. * Manage and analyze large data volumes. * Set up and maintain backend APIs and services that provide reliable and secure internal data access. * Operate and evolve the platform infrastructure (CI/CD, containerization, deployments) with a strong focus on quality (automated testing). * Enforce data access policies and GDPR compliance rules on research datasets, ensuring proper governance, traceability, and data minimization. * Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders (ML teams, product design and development, QA, devops) in an agile environment to prioritize and deliver within a continuous improvement process. * Enforce data access policies and GDPR compliance rules on research datasets, ensuring proper governance, traceability, and data minimization., * Helm and ArgoCD: we are currently migrating our full stack to a Kubernetes + Helm + ArgoCD deployment model, hands-on experience here is a significant advantage. * Identity and access management: Keycloak or equivalent SSO/IAM solutions. * Search & analytics: OpenSearch or equivalent. * CI/CD: GitLab CI, deployment automation (Ansible, ArgoCD). Working Environment * Multidisciplinary teams (AI/ML research, development, QA), agile methodology. * Internal clients with a direct impact on the speed and quality of AI research at IDnow. * Strong technical culture, with mutual support and continuous growth. * A technically rich domain where AI, security, and privacy constraints intersect. * Linux: day-to-day administration and tooling (shell, security, permissions, networking). What You'll Bring * The ability to translate R&D needs into robust, scalable, and well-tested data platforms and tools. * Technical leadership on data lifecycle management (ingestion, storage, access, traceability) in service of AI and testing. * The ability to drive key architectural decisions on our data lake: storage organization, access patterns, data lifecycle, and tooling choices. * An industrialization mindset (automation, reproducibility, observability) applied to ML and data workflows., * Health & Wellbeing: Use your full access to the mental health platform nilo, including 1on1 sessions. * We value personal and professional development: make full use of Udemy, our training platform with 24/7 access and unlimited content/course consumption incl. certification. * We make your remote work comfy: we provide support on equipment and offer flexible working hours. * We value collaboration & love to come together: regular onsite gatherings, internal initiatives and summer parties to connect outside of work. * May your family require your attention or other reasons apply: use the benefit of our paid special leave days. * Enjoy the possibility to combine work with a longer stay at your holiday destination or extend a weekend with our Workcation possibilities. * In addition to the perks & benefits above, we offer specific benefits that differ between our locations. ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [pytest: Simple, rapid and fun testing with Python](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/213-pytest-simple-rapid-and-fun-testing-with-python) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline)