Back to search

Data Engineer (Python Backend, IT)47k

Hong Kong Temporary HK$42,300 - HK$47,000 per month (HK$507,600 - HK$564,000 per year) View Job Description
This role focuses on building and supporting scalable cloud-based data solutions using Apache Spark and AWS technologies. The position requires strong data engineering expertise, Python and SQL skills, and collaboration with data and business stakeholders.
  • Opportunity to work on a modern AWS-based data and AI platform.
  • Exposure to Spark, MLOps, and emerging AI/GenAI initiatives.

About Our Client

Our client is an organisation investing in modern data platform capabilities to support analytics, machine learning, and AI-driven business initiatives. The environment emphasizes cloud technologies, data governance, and engineering best practices.

Job Description

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and data products within a cloud-based data platform.
  • Build, enhance, and troubleshoot Apache Spark workloads on AWS EMR for both batch and real-time data processing.
  • Enable self-service analytics and data science capabilities through well-structured, governed, and high-quality datasets.
  • Contribute to MLOps processes, including support for model deployment, monitoring, and data preparation activities for production ML solutions.
  • Assist with AI and Generative AI initiatives by delivering the necessary data foundations and platform integrations.
  • Maintain data quality, governance, lineage, security, and consistency across the end-to-end data lifecycle.
  • Collaborate with business users, data specialists, and platform engineering teams to gather requirements and implement data-driven solutions.
  • Adhere to established architecture guidelines, engineering best practices, and development standards.

The Successful Applicant

  • 3-5 years of hands-on experience in data engineering.
  • Strong practical experience with Apache Spark running on AWS EMR.
  • Experience working with AWS data services, including S3, Glue, Athena, Redshift, Step Functions, and Lambda; exposure to Lake Formation and SageMaker is advantageous.
  • Proficiency in Python and advanced SQL, with experience in ETL/ELT development and data modelling.
  • Familiarity with big data and streaming technologies such as Hive, Presto, Kafka, and Spark Streaming.
  • Knowledge of MLOps principles and experience supporting machine learning models in production environments is beneficial.
  • Exposure to AI and Generative AI-related projects is an advantage.
  • Strong collaboration skills and effective communication abilities.
  • Fluent in Cantonese and English; Mandarin proficiency is a plus.
  • Prior experience gained within an IT consulting environment or technology services organisation is preferred.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive monthly salary.
  • Access to the usual benefits provided by the employer.



If this role sounds like a match for your skills, we encourage you to apply.

Contact
Cathy Li
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7094946
Phone number
+852 25306137

Job summary

Function
IT
Specialisation
IT Development
What is your area of specialisation?
Technology & Telecoms
Location
Hong Kong
Job Type:
Temporary
Consultant name
Cathy Li
Consultant phone
+852 25306137
Job Reference
JN-092026-7094946

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.