Job Description

About us:
Luno is the crypto investment app you can rely on, enabling you to buy, store and explore crypto securely. We're committed to putting the power of cryptocurrency in everyone's hands sensibly and responsibly.
Since 2013, we've helped millions of people around the world invest safely in crypto. We do this by cutting through the hype and supporting customers at every step of the way. All products and cryptocurrencies on our platform must first meet stringent legal, risk and technical security standards.
Transparency is key for us. Luno stores all crypto on a 1:1 basis and we have rigorous processes in place so you can be confident your investment is secure. We're available in more than 40 countries around the world and we work closely with respective regulators in all of these markets to be fully compliant, as we believe this is the best way to help everyone, everywhere, invest safely.
About the team:
The Data community at Luno, comprising Data Engineers, Scientists, and Analysts, uncovers valuable insights from the vast amounts of data we gather from our customers and platform. These insights are crucial for guiding our product development and business strategy.
The Data Engineering team at Luno is the backbone of Luno's data ecosystem. The core mission is to transform complex, raw data into high-quality, reliable, and accessible information for every critical business function. We design, build, and maintain the advanced Data Warehouse and Data Platforms focusing on speed, quality and robust data governance, driving informed decisions and unlocking business value across the organisation.
The role in a nutshell:
We are looking for a skilled Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain robust pipelines in our data warehouse that power our organisation. You will be responsible for ensuring high-quality, scalable data is accessible and reliable for diverse stakeholders across the business.
Your mission will be:

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Data Scientists, Analysts, and Product teams to translate complex business requirements into technical objectives and data models.
• Dimensional modelling: Build and maintain Kimball models
• Pipeline Development: Design, construct, and scale data pipelines using ETL/ELT frameworks to ingest data from diverse sources.
• Data Governance: Implement rigorous data quality checks, monitoring, and validation protocols to ensure high quality and compliant data.(including but not limited to quality checks, code reviews, release management, version control etc
• Optimisation: Continuously tune and optimise queries and storage patterns to minimise latency and reduce cloud infrastructure costs.

A little about you:

• You are passionate about data and are excited about a rapidly changing field.
• You have a solid grasp of dimensional data modeling, database management, and modern ETL/ELT techniques.
• You are intellectually curious, persistent in solving complex data puzzles, and stay ahead of emerging industry trends.
• You thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and can work with high autonomy or as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• You are an enthusiastic team player with strong communication skills and have the ability to explain data concepts to non-experts in a clear, and structured manner

The ideal Lunaut will have:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in the natural sciences or technical fields such as Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or Economics
• Proven experience as a Data Engineer or similar role.
• Experience working with cloud technologies
• Advanced SQL skills and experience with relational databases
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to successfully complete projects with large and/or incomplete data sets
• Enthusiasm to work in the crypto industry
• Great analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities

What will really get you noticed:

• Experience working with Databricks
• Experience working with business intelligence platform (Thoughtspot, Looker, Qlik or others)
• Solid understanding and experience of ELT processes
• Solid experience in building dimensional models (Kimball, Inmon, data vault and etc)
• Experience with designing and implementing analytical data warehouse solutions within a data lake architecture

Our tech stack:

• Programming Languages: SQL, Python, GoLang
• IaC Tooling: Terraform
• Databases: MySQL, Redshift
• Data Platforms: Databricks, Thoughtspot, Looker
• Cloud Platforms: AWS

Life at Luno:

• Remote but reachable work policy gives you the freedom to choose between working from home or the office.
• Plus the option to buy and sell up to 5 days leave
• Improve body and mind, with excellent private medical insurance
• Access to Learnably and our additional learning platforms for your personal and professional development
• 6 months primary care-giver leave
• Paw-ternity leave for your furry friend
• Annual Inspiration Day in addition to your annual leave which increases based on your length of service!
• A collaborative, friendly work community, with regular social events.
• 0 fees up to a certain amount with Luno from the day you start.*

*Offer only available on Luno Instant Buy, not Luno Exchange
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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