Data Engineer I

About Us: At Booking.com, data drives our decisions. Technology is at our core. And innovation is everywhere. But our company is more than datasets, lines of code or A/B tests. We’re the thrill of the first night in a new place. The excitement of the next morning. The friends you encounter. The journeys you take. The sights you see. And the memories you make. Through our products, partners and people, we make it easier for everyone to experience the world. Leadership/Team Quote: In this role you and the other CS Data Engineers deliver and own the foundation of the Booking Customer Service department: the CS Data Warehouse being the CS single source of truth. Key Job Responsibilities and Duties: Drive efficiency and resilience by mapping data flows between systems and workflows across the company Ensure standardization by following design patterns in line with global and local data governance requirements Support real-time internal and customer facing actions by developing real-time event based streaming data pipelines Enable rapid data-driven business decisions by supporting development of efficient and scalable data ingestion solutions Drive high-value data by connecting different disparate datasets from the different systems Monitor and follow relevant SLIs and SLOs Handle, mitigate and learn from incidents in a manner that improves the overall system health Ensure ongoing resilience of data processes by monitoring system performance and acting proactively identifying bottlenecks, potential risks, and failure point that might degrade overall quality Write readable and reusable code by applying standard patterns and using standard libraries Continuously evolve own craft by keeping up to date with the latest development in data engineering and related technologies and upskilling on these as needed Responsible for technical implementation and maintenance of data processing services and storage systems in line with the Data Governance Framework Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field Intermediate knowledge of data governance requirements based on standard methodologies, e.g.DAMA, and tooling for continuous automated data governance activities Proven understanding of data quality requirements and implementation methodologies 2 years of experience building data pipelines and transformations at scale, with technologies such as Hadoop, AirFlow, Kafka, Spark, MySQL, AWS 2 years of experience handling data streaming 1 year experience with data modeling Benefits & Perks - Global Impact, Personal Relevance: Booking.com’s Total Rewards Philosophy is not only about compensation but also about benefits. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well unique-to-Booking.com benefits which include: Annual paid time off and generous paid leave scheme including: parent, grandparent, bereavement, and care leave Hybrid working including flexible working arrangements, and up to 20 days per year working from abroad (home country) Industry leading product discounts - up to 1400 per year - for yourself, including automatic Genius Level 3 status and Booking.com wallet credit Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) at Booking.com: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion have been a core part of our company culture since day one. This ongoing journey starts with our very own employees, who represent over 140 nationalities and a wide range of ethnic and social backgrounds, genders and sexual orientations. Take it from our Chief People Officer, Paulo Pisano: “At Booking.com, the diversity of our people doesn’t just build an outstanding workplace, it also creates a better and more inclusive travel experience for everyone. Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. It’s a place where you can make your mark and have a real impact in travel and tech.” We ensure that colleagues with disabilities are provided the adjustments and tools they need to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Application Process: Application and CV Review Recruitment Phone Screen Hiring Manager Interview Business Interview 1- Coding Business Interview 2- System Design Hiring Decision Let’s go places together: How we Hire This role does not come with relocation assistance. Booking.com is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We strive to move well beyond traditional equal opportunity and work to create an environment that allows everyone to thrive. Pre-Employment Screening If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable law, a pre-employment screening may include employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the position.