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Continental

Data Engineer - R&D Digital Solutions

Continental Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing · 10,001+ employees

3 d ago
data-engineer Mid (2-5 yrs) Full-time Portugal
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About the role

Design, build, and maintain scalable batch and real-time data pipelines and cloud platforms for IoT and telematics data. Ensure data quality, governance, security, and reliable datasets for AI/ML services while collaborating with data and MLOps teams and mentoring junior engineers.

What they look for

Python SQL Apache Airflow Apache Spark Databricks Hadoop Kafka dbt Data Pipelines Cloud Data Platforms Data Modeling Relational Databases NoSQL Databases Time-Series Databases Data Governance Data Versioning

Requirements

Requires a degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field, along with more than two years of data engineering experience. Candidates should have strong Python and SQL skills, data pipeline and distributed processing experience, knowledge of databases and data modeling, and proficient English.

Benefits

Flexible Working Model Training and Development Opportunities

Full description

Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Job Description

In Digital Solutions, we drive innovation for connected mobility and deliver cutting-edge digital products to our global fleet customers. As a Data Engineer, you will play a key role in building and optimizing data platforms and pipelines that power AI-driven solutions for our global fleet customers.

You will design, develop, and maintain scalable data infrastructures, ensuring seamless integration of IoT and telematics data from connected tires and vehicles. Working closely with Data Scientists, MLOps Engineers, and cross-functional teams, you will enable advanced analytics and machine learning capabilities that enhance safety, reduce costs, and extend tire lifecycle.

Key responsibilities:

  • Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines for real-time and batch processing of IoT and telematics data;
  • Develop and manage cloud-based data platforms, optimizing workflows for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency;
  • Implement data quality, validation, and governance processes, ensuring compliance with security and privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR);
  • Collaborate with Data Scientists and MLOps Engineers to deliver reliable datasets and support end-to-end AI/ML services;
  • Mentor junior engineers, review work, and organize knowledge-sharing sessions to foster best practices.

Qualifications

  • Academic degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field;
  • >2 years of experience as a Data Engineer;
  • Strong programming skills in Python and SQL;
  • Expertise in data pipelining (AirFlow);
  • Hands-on experience with big data and distributed processing frameworks (e.g., Spark, Databricks, Hadoop, Kafka, DBT);
  • Solid understanding of data modeling and databases (relational, NoSQL, time-series);
  • Familiarity with data versioning and lineage tracking;
  • Experience with Agile project management methods (Scrum, Kanban);
  • Experience working in an international team (desirable);
  • Reliable team player with structured self-organized workstyle;
  • Proficient English language skills (spoken / written).

Additional Information

Our offer:

  • Integration in a challenging and international work environment;
  • Flexible working model;
  • Collaborative working style;
  • Continuous opportunities for the promotion of talent and training;
  • Opportunity to make a difference.

We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued. All kind of applications are welcome.

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  • Leadership Level: Leading Self
  • Legal Entity: Continental Solution Center Portugal, Unipessoal, LDA. (0581)
  • Referral Bonus: Yes
  • Working Time: Full Time

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