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Senior Data Engineer

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Oct 16, 2026, 8:55 AM1w ago
Full-timeColombo, Western ProvinceData engineeringSenior (5+ yrs)

About the role

The Senior Data Engineer role is based in Colombo 03, Sri Lanka, and is aimed at professionals with a strong background in data engineering. The position involves solving complex challenges, building scalable data solutions, and working with modern technologies. Key responsibilities include working with Python, FastAPI or Spring Boot, Apache Spark, Kafka, Hadoop, NiFi, Airflow, dbt, advanced SQL, Docker, Kubernetes, Linux, and cloud platforms. The role also requires experience in MLOps, production ML environments, and mentoring or leading a small engineering team. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by sending their CV to the provided email address or contacting via WhatsApp.

Must have

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in Data Engineering
  • Strong proficiency in Python
  • Experience with FastAPI and/or Spring Boot
  • Hands-on experience with Apache Spark, Kafka, Hadoop, and NiFi
  • Strong knowledge of Apache Airflow and dbt
  • Advanced SQL skills with PostgreSQL and/or DB2
  • Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and Linux
  • Understanding of OAuth2 and API security
  • Exposure to GCP or other cloud platforms
  • Practical experience with MLOps and production ML environments
  • Strong coding, system design, architecture, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience mentoring or leading a small engineering team

Technologies

  • Airflow
  • API Security
  • Data Engineering
  • Db2
  • dbt
  • Docker
  • FastAPI
  • GCP
  • Hadoop
  • Kafka
  • Kubernetes
  • Linux
  • Machine Learning
  • MLOps
  • NiFi
  • OAuth
  • PostgreSQL
  • Python
  • Spark
  • Spring / Spring Boot
  • SQL

Highlights

Applicants should send their updated CV to divya@headmastershr.com or contact via WhatsApp at 070 762 9635. The position is located in Colombo 03, Sri Lanka.