Backend Engineer (Python, Kotlin, Arrow)

Posted:
1/9/2025, 1:45:47 AM

Location(s):
Prague, Czechia ⋅ Capital City of Prague, Prague, Czechia

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Software Engineering

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

We are looking for a Backend Engineer (Python, Kotlin, Arrow) to join our team at GoodData. While working remote or hybrid is a possibility, we also have the option to work onsite from our Brno or Prague office.

GoodData is a cloud-based analytics platform empowering organizations to make data-driven decisions. We are focusing on a new generation of hybrid-cloud Analytics platform capable of running in both the public and private cloud. We offer an engaging job in a dynamic and international environment with an open and informal culture.

About the team

The CalQ team is responsible for developing the GoodData Analytical Stack.

The team consists of six skilled engineers, one architect, and two QA engineers, working closely together with Product. We focus on delivering new features and improvements to the Analytical Stack, enhancing its stability and performance. The stack is deployed on Kubernetes, and is powered by technologies such as Apache Calcite, Apache Arrow, DuckDB, Pandas, Polars and others.

The team’s approach is highly collaborative, with solutions designed together, and incrementally. We value ownership and responsibility, providing engineers with the autonomy they need to succeed.

What will you do?

As a member of the CalQ team you will implement new features for the GoodData platform, including:

  • Developing different modules and microservices related to various parts of the data processing pipeline in Python and Kotlin

  • Orchestration, data processing, integration of different data sources

  • Taking on the challenges of building a distributed, highly scalable system

  • Crafting high-quality code with automated testing

  • Influencing technical solutions, processes, and best practices within the team

  • Contributing to both internal and public API design and implementation

What do we expect from you?

You are used to working on more than one project. You enjoy a dynamic environment where an open mind and a pro-active attitude are the norm. You are able to speak up and challenge the status quo. You are proactive, open-minded, and a team player. You bring enthusiasm for self-improvement and are eager to learn new technologies.

Knowledge / experience requirements

  • You have a robust background in computer science,

  • a passion for distributed systems and data processing,

  • strong Python knowledge, and at least one additional language,

  • expertise in Python server-side programming,

  • experience with building distributed systems, and

  • good proficiency in spoken and written English

It is nice if you have

  • Working knowledge of Apache Arrow and other open source data technologies

  • Java/Kotlin experience

  • Python experience

About GoodData

GoodData powers modern BI for the modern data stack. As a cloud-based analytics platform, we provide a robust end-to-end pipeline, self-service analytics, low-code/no-code interfaces, embeddable data visualization, application integration, and more. Join us in creating innovative solutions that make data understandable and accessible for everyone!

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GoodData

Website: https://www.gooddata.com/

Headquarter Location: San Francisco, California, United States

Employee Count: 251-500

Year Founded: 2007

IPO Status: Private

Last Funding Type: Debt Financing

Industries: Analytics ⋅ Business Intelligence ⋅ Collaboration ⋅ Data Management ⋅ Enterprise Software ⋅ Finance ⋅ Insurance ⋅ InsurTech ⋅ SaaS ⋅ Software