Principal Data Engineer

IDFC FIRST Bank · Bengaluru

  • Experience6–10 yrs
  • SalaryNot disclosed
  • Work modeunknown
  • Levelsenior
  • Posted21 Sept 2026

About IDFC FIRST Bank

IDFC FIRST Bank is hiring in Bengaluru in financial services. This role looks for around 6+ years of experience.

Skills

  • SQL
  • Python
  • Hadoop
  • Spark
  • Kafka
  • Data Modeling
  • ETL
  • Data Quality

The role

A data engineer in a banking organization designs and develops data pipelines and ETL processes, implements data models with data scientists and analysts, and optimizes scalable storage and retrieval using SQL, Python, and big data technologies. Their toolkit includes SQL, Python, and big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, and Kafka, supported by data modeling, ETL, and data quality practices.

Full job description

Job Requirements

Job Title: Principal Data Engineer

Job Type: Full-Time

We are currently seeking a highly skilled Principal Data Engineer to join our team. As a Principal Data Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of our data infrastructure. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of data solutions that meet the needs of our organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design and development of data pipelines and ETL processes Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to implement data models and algorithms Optimize data storage and retrieval for performance and scalability Ensure data quality and integrity throughout the data lifecycle Stay current with industry trends and best practices in data engineering

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field Proven experience as a Data Engineer or similar role Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, and other programming languages Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, or Kafka Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills Strong communication and teamwork abilities

If you are a talented Data Engineer looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dynamic team as a Principal Data Engineer.