Data Engineer

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About GeoDirectory

GeoDirectory is Ireland’s trusted source for geocoded postal building data, setting the national standard for accurate addressing. Established in 1999 as a joint venture between Tailte Éireann and An Post, GeoDirectory operates from its headquarters in the historic GPO on O’Connell Street, Dublin 1.

In recent years, GeoDirectory has expanded significantly—both in the range of products and services we offer and in the markets we serve. Our team is dynamic, highly skilled, and driven by a culture of growth and innovation, where personal development and company success go hand in hand.

We work with a diverse portfolio of blue-chip clients across multiple sectors—including utilities, emergency services, transport, insurance, banking, and government agencies—helping them accurately locate and validate any address in Ireland.

Job Overview

To continue building out our data engineering team, we are seeking a committed and motivated individual with strong technical skills and a passion for data-driven solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex data challenges, contribute to innovative projects, and grow into advanced areas such as machine learning and cloud-based data architecture.

The successful candidate will have solid experience in database architecture, design, and integration approaches, with a strong focus on SQL and Python.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, interpret, and analyze data from multiple sources.
• Evaluate business needs and translate them into scalable data solutions.
• Develop and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and ETL processes.
• Build reusable Python scripts for data preparation and ML modeling.
• Prepare data for prescriptive and predictive analytics.
• Combine raw information from diverse systems into structured datasets.
• Explore ways to enhance data quality and reliability.
• Maintain and document datasets for internal and external use.

Requirements

• Experience: 2+ years in data engineering or a related role.
• Technical Skills:
• Strong SQL expertise in Oracle and Postgres (PL/SQL, complex queries, optimizations).
• Proficiency in Python for data engineering and ML tasks (Pandas, PySpark preferred).
• Hands-on experience with SQL database design and data warehousing concepts.
• Experience building data pipelines (Azure experience desirable).
• Soft Skills:
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to partner with analysts, product managers, and DBAs.
• Team-oriented with good self-management.
• Education: Degree in Computer Science, IT, or similar field.

Key Competencies

• Analytical thinking and effective decision-making.
• Awareness of internal and external environments.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Why Join GeoDirectory?

• Impactful Work: Contribute to Ireland’s national addressing standard and data innovation.
• Growth Opportunities: Expand into advanced data engineering, cloud technologies, and ML applications.
• Collaborative Culture: Work with a skilled, supportive team in a dynamic environment.
• Career Progression: Clear pathways to senior data engineering and data science roles.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From €50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company pension
• Sick pay
• Work from home

Experience:

• IT: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in North Wall Quay Dublin 1, CO. Dublin