DATA ENGINEERING (TEAM LEAD)
ARMENIA (YEREVAN)
Company Overview:
Optimax Dev is at the forefront of technology. As part of the Optimax Eyewear group, one of the largest online optical retailers globally, Optimax Dev is dedicated to transforming traditional optical purchasing experiences into modern and user-friendly encounters.

Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Engineering Team Lead to join our team in Armenia. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in data engineering, strong leadership capabilities, and a business-oriented mindset. As the Data Engineering Team Lead, you will be responsible for leading data infrastructure projects, mentoring team members, and building robust data pipelines.

What your day-to-day will look like:
You will own and manage the creation and maintenance of our DWH, as well as other real-time solutions. Most of your work will be with Product and Marketing analysts and Data Scientists, to understand business requirements and translate them into data pipelines and processes.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the data engineering team, including recruiting, mentoring, and developing team members.
  • Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of scalable and efficient data pipelines and architectures.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (data science, analytics, product, marketing, engineering) to ensure seamless data flow and integration across systems.
  • Ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of data infrastructure and processes.
  • Drive the adoption of best practices in data engineering, including code quality, testing, documentation, and data governance.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in data engineering and big data technologies to drive innovation within the team.
  • Align data engineering initiatives with business goals and ensure they provide measurable value.
Requirements:

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to translate business requirements into scalable data engineering solutions.
  • 5+ years of experience in data engineering, with a focus on B2C, e-commerce, or related industries.
  • Strong communication skills generally, and in English specifically, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Proven experience leading and managing data engineering teams.
  • Strong technical skills in Python, SQL, and data engineering tools and frameworks (e.g., Apache Spark, Kafka, Airflow).
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (GCP) and big data technologies.
  • Solid working knowledge of BigQuery and ETL processes.
Why Optimax Dev?
We care about your comfort at the workplace:
  • Modern office
    A spacious office in the centre of Yerevan, with an area of 1000 sqm, following the best traditions of IT companies' offices.
  • Health & Wellness
    Medical insurance, dental care, offline and online yoga, a relaxation room, gym membership, eco-initiatives, and much more.
  • English & Professional Development
    English language classes are conducted by teachers every day at the office and online. The company also covers the costs of any professional training (approved by team lead).
  • Transparent system of employee's growth
    Salary and grade upgrade every six months. Complex and unconventional workflows, a wide range of professional tasks, and a high level of expertise.
  • Meals & Snacks
    Always a fully stocked fridge with snacks and lunch for every taste. Unlimited tea, coffee, and other beverages. Pizza party every month.
  • More, than just co-workers
    We throw the best parties for employees and support all employee leisure initiatives.