Data Platform Engineer

About this role

KKR is looking for a Data Platform Engineer to join their ADAPT Engineering team in Boston. This role involves designing and developing advanced data solutions to handle large-scale financial data and enhance AI capabilities within the firm.

What you'll do

• Lead the architecture and modernization of the firm's unified data fabric.
• Design Iceberg-based data platform capabilities including ingestion and lifecycle management.
• Implement the compute architecture for various processing layers.
• Ensure data integrity, performance, and accessibility across platforms.
• Collaborate with technology and business teams for efficient data governance.

What they're looking for

• Deep technical expertise in data engineering
• Experience with cloud databases
• Knowledge of AI integration
• Proficiency in data pipeline processing
• Ability to work with large-scale financial data
• Expertise in data governance and productization
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Leadership capabilities

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a leading global investment firm
• Onsite role in Boston office
• Role in shaping technological advancements