Principal Data Engineer

Job Title: Principal Data/App Engineer, CelonisWork Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka 560058Job Type: Full-time/Permanent with the Client directlyJob DetailsOur Client’s Center for Process Excellence team is on a mission to improve business outcomes and employee experiences by driving step-change improvements in critical enterprise processes, and the technology and analytics supporting these.We are looking for a Principal Data Engineer to join our Business Intelligence team, and the broader Data Engineer community in our Center for Process Excellence.As a Principal Data Engineer, you will be responsible for implementing data pipelines, apps, and process automations related to managing and improving business performance through, e.g., digital scorecards on the Celonis platfrom. This will require you to understand business needs in various domains, define groundbreaking solutions that meet the needs, and work collaboratively as part of a multi-functional team to deliver the solutions. Success will require close collaboration with stakeholders across multiple functions, and the ability to influence changes in a global organization.This position is ideally suited for an individual who is comfortable in a dynamic environment, with experience in conceptual and analytical problem solving related to business analytics, OKRs, KPIs, etc.ResponsibilitiesWork with team members to understand business requirementsCollaborate with data scientists, business process analysts, and other SMEs to ensure alignment on business objectives and technical requirementsBuild and customize data models, apps, automations, etc. on the Celonis platform to provide data-driven insights and process optimizationsDesign, develop, and implement data pipelines within the Celonis internal and external data sources (e.g., SAP, Salesforce, Marketo, SuccessFactors, ServiceNow)Develop and implement data quality and governance processes to ensure data accuracy and integrityIntegrate Celonis apps with other enterprise tools, ensuring smooth data flow and system interoperabilityBuild automated workflows to integrate (with) other enterprise systems and applicationsOptimize and maintain large-scale data processing systems for performance, scalability, and reliabilityProvide ongoing support for Celonis applications and data pipelines, solving issues and ensuring high system uptimeDocument technical specifications, solutions, and processes for future referenceQualifications8+ years dynamic experience in data engineering, data science, software development, analytics or similar rolesValidated experience working with Celonis or equivalent platforms, including data engineering, analytics, process mining, app development, and automationTrack record of optimally completing projects across people, process, data, and technology in complex, global organizationsStrong proficiency in data engineering and software development; Experience with programming languages such as Python, SQLSolid understanding of data modelling, warehousing, and governance practicesFamiliarity with common enterprise systems (SAP, CRM, HRM, etc.) and integrating data from such systems into the Celonis platformHands-on experience with process automation and orchestration tools a plusFamiliarity with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure) and distributed data systemsAbility to optimally translate business problems into implementable solutions with quantifiable business benefitsResults oriented mentality, operates with high sense of urgency. Proven track record of solving problems, breaking down barriers and delivering results ahead of scheduleStrong written and verbal communicationKnowledge of business process modelling and process mining solutions a plusExperience working on an Agile / Scrum team a plusProduct Owner and/or Scrum Master certifications a plusBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related subject area. Master’s Degree preferred