KX Insights Engineer (KDB+)

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Dublin
Mid level
Big Data
The Role
The KX Insights Engineer will develop and optimize applications on KX Insights and kdb+, design data processing pipelines, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver insights.
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Company Description

At Data Intellect it has never been just about data or technology, they are our tools. It’s about human intellect, collaboration and providing solutions for the most complex of challenges.

We do this by living the [DI] code:

We are Problem Solvers who are Humble, possess a Can-do Attitude with a focus on Togetherness.

We are not big on egos, but we’re not for the faint-hearted either” – Steve Turner, CEO

Job Description

What you’ll be doing:


  • Develop, deploy, and optimize applications on KX Insights and kdb+.

  • Design and implement real-time data processing pipelines for high-velocity streaming data.

  • Integrate KX Insights with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and third-party systems.

  • Optimize queries and scripts for performance and scalability.

  • Work with data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders to create actionable insights.

  • Ensure best practices in data security, governance, and compliance.

Qualifications

Experience and skills required:

  • 3+ years kdb+ development experience
  • Proven experience with KX Insights and kdb+.

  • Strong knowledge of q programming language.

  • Experience with real-time data processing and time-series analytics.

  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

  • Strong SQL and NoSQL database knowledge.

  • Experience with data ingestion tools (Kafka, Spark, Flink, etc.).

  • Understanding of machine learning and AI integration (preferred but not required).

  • Minimum 2:1 degree in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or any other scientific/engineering discipline

Experience and skills desired*:

*But don’t rule yourself out if you haven’t had the opportunity to develop these skills yet

  • Contributes to company ecosystem 
  • Experience of other programming languages e.g. Python 
  • Cloud development experience 
  • Experience of other data solutions, specifically Time Series Experience in an investment bank or large financial organisation
  • People management experience 
  • Technical lead of project or sub-team 

Additional Information

What we offer:

  • Flexible working – we offer hybrid working so our people can achieve that elusive work/life balance.
  • Professional development – we offer extensive training, ranging from leadership to specific technical skills.
  • Progression opportunities - we run a biannual promotion process. Monthly 121s with your People Leader provides support to guide you and your career in the right direction.
  • International travel opportunities – we offer the opportunity to work internationally, with teams in Belfast, London, New York, Hong Kong & Singapore
  • Healthcare cover – provider is dependent on region, UK is provided by Benenden Health, including 24/7 GP Service & Mental Health Helpline to give you peace of mind when it comes to your health
  • Generous referral scheme – we love to see referrals and referring a friend means cash for you!
  • Regular social events, prizes and giveaways – our talented social committee work hard all year round to provide exciting events across all regions to promote our value of togetherness

A little background on DI

Simply put – we turn big data problems into smart data solutions

At our core, Data Intellect is a data and technology consultancy firm. Our key area of expertise is financial and capital markets technology solutions. However, the utility of these solutions allow us to apply fintech data expertise to other industries such as smart energy and healthcare.

This proprietary offering is complemented by a wealth of experience in data engineering, electronic trading systems, data capture applications, regulatory and compliance systems and middle and back-office enterprise web solutions.

Fair employment and equal opportunities

Data Intellect is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Accommodations are available on request throughout the assessment and selection process.

Welcome to Data Intellect. #ChallengeAccepted

Top Skills

AWS
Azure
Docker
Flink
GCP
Kafka
Kdb+
Kubernetes
Kx Insights
NoSQL
Q Programming Language
Spark
SQL
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The Company
Belfast
178 Employees
On-site Workplace

What We Do

Data Intellect build complete-system solutions for an array of industry applications and we’re always open to new challenges. Be it Fintech, Healthcare, Renewables or Telematics, to name a few, we love finding ingenious ways to help clients cultivate business ambitions, scale-up market offering and realize customer and investor expectations. We provide solutions to complex data problems in demanding environments for world leading organisations.

Put simply - we turn big data problems into smart data solutions.

So, what can we do for you?

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