Data Engineer

Zagreb, Croatia remote Until 8/21/2026 5+ years exp First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted March 18, 2026
Job description

Shape the Future of AI & Data with Us

At Datatonic, we are Google Cloud's premier partner in AI, driving transformation for world-class businesses. We push the boundaries of technology with expertise in machine learning, data engineering, and analytics on Google Cloud Platform. By partnering with us, clients future-proof their operations, unlock actionable insights, and stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving world.

 

Your Mission

Data Engineers at Datatonic work across a wide range of projects, helping clients unlock the full potential of the Modern Data Stack. You’ll bring expertise in our technologies of choice - dbt, Looker, Snowflake, BigQuery, Google Cloud, Sigma, Fivetran, Python, Spark, Pub/Sub - and apply them to solve real client challenges.

In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with a Delivery Manager, support project teams, and make hands-on contributions to the codebase where needed. Our Data Engineers combine strong technical skills with a client-focused mindset, ensuring that data solutions are not only well-engineered but also deliver measurable impact.

Job Description

We’re looking for a Data Engineer to join our team - someone who’s comfortable working with data pipelines, enjoys solving technical problems, and wants to grow in a modern data engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and optimize data platform solutions

  • Support data scientists, analysts, and fellow engineers

  • Implement data governance and security best practices

  • Monitor and improve data pipeline performance and reliability

Basic Qualifications

  • Background in Computer Science, Mathematics/Statistics, or a related Engineering field

  • Experience working with data integrations

  • At least 5 years of relevant experience

  • Experience in backend software development

  • Experience with DevOps processes

  • Fluent English

Bonus Skills

  • Experience with cloud platforms

  • Knowledge of the modern data stack

  • Familiarity with big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark, etc.)

  • Basic experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Pulumi)

  • Bash scripting and automation

  • Basic experience with Docker or Kubernetes

Why Datatonic?

Join a team of AI enthusiasts where innovation is embedded in everything we do. In our Zagreb hub, you’ll enjoy:

  • Learning & Growth: Access to the MLE Accelerator Program, generous conference budgets, and continuous learning platforms.

  • Flexibility: A hybrid working model (2–3 days in the office) to balance focus and collaboration.

  • Wellbeing: Supplementary health insurance and 50% covered MultiSport membership.

  • Holiday: 27 days of vacation.

About this role

Summary

Develop and optimize data solutions, support data teams, and ensure data pipeline reliability.

Job title

Data Engineer

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

Zagreb, Croatia; hybrid work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

data integrationsbackend software developmentDevOpsEnglish

Preferred skills

cloud platformsmodern data stackbig data technologiesTerraformDocker

Specializations

data pipelinescloud platformsbig data technologiesdata governanceautom automation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Zagreb, Croatia

Hybrid City