Senior Data Engineer

Senior Data Engineer (Architecture & AI Foundations) About us Appnovation is a global, full-service digital partner that combines Strategy, Experience & Design, Engineering and Managed Services. We build digital solutions that deliver real impact today and serve as foundations for future growth. Bold ambition. Practical action. Endless possibilities. Appnovation is looking for a Solution Architect who enjoys operating where strategy meets delivery . This role is for someone who can design robust, scalable architectures and help teams and clients move from complexity to clarity. You’ll work across industries on modern digital platforms, designing MACH-based, cloud-native solutions , advising clients through technical decisions, and supporting teams as those solutions are built and evolved. If you care about pragmatic architecture, composable systems, and the thoughtful use of AI in modern development, this role gives you real influence over how solutions are shaped and delivered. What you’ll do Design end-to-end solution architectures for complex digital platforms, from discovery through delivery Translate business goals and constraints into clear, scalable technical designs Guide engineering teams through architectural decisions, trade-offs, and implementation approaches Lead and participate in client architecture discussions, including architecture reviews and solution presentations Define integration strategies across services, platforms, and data sources Contribute to estimates and technical approaches with clear assumptions and rationale Support modernization initiatives, helping clients evolve fragmented or legacy systems into cohesive platforms Apply AI-assisted tooling thoughtfully to improve development efficiency and solution quality Who you are You see architecture as a balance of craft, engineering, and judgment You’re comfortable with ambiguity and enjoy turning loosely defined problems into clear technical direction You can explain complex ideas clearly to both engineers and non-technical stakeholders You take ownership of outcomes, not just designs or documents You know when to advocate for an ideal solution — and when to make pragmatic compromises You’re curious by nature and actively keep up with emerging technologies, including AI-enabled development What you bring A strong mix of the following skills will make you an excellent candidate: 8+ years of experience in software architecture or senior engineering roles, including enterprise‑scale systems Strong experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS or GCP) Solid API design experience (REST, GraphQL, and/or gRPC) and knowing when to use each Experience with event‑driven systems and messaging platforms (Kafka, Pub/Sub, or similar) Infrastructure-as‑Code experience (Terraform, Pulumi, or similar) and familiarity with CI/CD patterns A good understanding of security architecture, authentication, and data protection considerations Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration platforms (Kubernetes or similar) An interest in — or experience with — AI‑assisted development tools and how they affect modern engineering workflows Nice to have Experience in one or more of the following is a plus, but not required: Legacy system modernization or large‑scale platform migrations Data‑intensive or regulated environments (e.g. health‑tech, GDPR/HIPAA contexts) ERP or enterprise system integrations (SAP, SAGE, or similar) Data platforms and pipelines (BigQuery, Snowflake, ETL/ELT) Multi‑cloud or hybrid cloud architectures Headless CMS platforms (Contentful, Sanity, Builder.io, or similar) Cost optimization and FinOps practices DevSecOps or security‑first architecture approaches Why Appnovation At Appnovation, you’ll work with collaborative, experienced teams on a wide range of client challenges. We value thoughtful technical leadership, open communication, and continuous learning. The environment is professional but human — people are encouraged to grow, contribute ideas, and build careers over time. We offer: Flexible working arrangements (hybrid remote/in‑office) Health benefits and wellness support Fitness allowance Opportunities to work across industries and technologies A culture that values inclusion, collaboration, and professional growth Appnovation is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement listed. Thank you for your interest in a career with Appnovation Technologies Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. At Appnovation, we recognize that diverse teams are the strongest teams. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is not only something that we embrace — we celebrate it We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, lived experiences and industries to apply. Come join us at Appnovation, and learn more about how we stay true to our company values as we build better lives through better digital. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr