Senior Principal Data Engineer
Core
Leads software and data engineering projects, creating scalable cloud-ready data processing architectures and advancing real-time transaction data capabilities for Mastercard's global payment ecosystem.
Role type
Senior Principal Data Engineer (Architecture & Strategy)
Builds
Scalable, cloud-ready, and hybrid data processing architectures; real-time data products for transaction streams; AI-driven insights.
Domain
Financial Services / Payments / Data Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | infrastructure | product features
Required skills
Data Modeling and Architecture, Cloud platforms, Unix, SQL, Hadoop, Software Engineering Concepts, SDLC leadership, Quality Assurance processes, Vendor selection, Technical roadmap creation, Incident management, Team mentorship
Preferred skills
Financial Services sector experience, AI use case identification, Real-time data processing expertise
Technologies
ELTL, Cloud, Unix, SQL, Hadoop
Responsibilities
Lead major projects and complex assignments with broad scope; Develop strategic technical plans and architecture proposals; Champion ELTL modernization and real-time data processing; Drive adoption of AI across the department; Lead Quality Assurance and Quality Control processes; Mentor and guide team members through SDLC phases.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership