As we continue to grow, we are now looking for a Principal Data Engineer to join our Data Engineering team.

As a Principal Data Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining Kwalees core data systems including data pipelines, data warehouses, and data lakes.

Youll ensure data is accessible, reliable, and cost-effective, enabling teams across the business to make smarter, data-driven decisions.

This is a permanent role based in our Bangalore studio, where our daily in-office collaboration fuels innovation and technical excellence.

Responsibilities :

- Design, develop, test, and maintain data systems including pipelines, warehouses, and data lakes.

- Lead and support the development of new data-dependent applications and business intelligence dashboards.

- Contribute to the design and architecture of data-driven software projects.

- Collaborate with software engineering and product teams to build scalable, reliable data infrastructure.

- Develop pipelines that deliver high-quality data efficiently to teams and applications across Kwalee.

- Manage and optimise data warehouse performance, cost, and user security.

- Ensure the scalability and performance of Kwalees data infrastructure as the business grows.

- Mentor and guide other engineers, promoting best practices and high technical standards.

- Perform other ad-hoc tasks as required by the line manager.

Requirements :

- 8+ years of experience in data engineering with a strong track record in production-grade systems.

- Expertise in SQL and Python, with experience automating data pipelines using tools such as dbt and Airflow.

- Strong knowledge of data lakehouse architecture (e.g. Databricks, Redshift, Snowflake, BigQuery).

- Experience with cloud services (e.g. AWS) and their configuration.

- Proven experience designing and documenting data architectures, ETL/ELT processes, and ensuring performance, security, and lineage.

- Familiarity with data engineering best practices such as CI/CD, testing, and metadata management.

- Experience in leading technical delivery and mentoring team members.

- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

- Based in our Bangalore office for 5 days per week.

Why Kwalee :

We believe in more than just a jobwere committed to helping you thrive with a fantastic work-life balance and a range of great benefits!

With group health insurance and 20 annual leave days, youll have plenty of time to recharge.

Stay energised throughout the day with unlimited snacks and drinks, and enjoy access to a discounted premium gym membership to keep you feeling your best.

Youll work with cutting-edge equipment in an environment designed for your success, with clear career progression and endless opportunities for growth.

To keep things lively, we host seasonal events, regular town halls, and share exclusive Kwalee merchmaking sure theres always something exciting to look forward to!