Senior Data Engineer – Kazakhstan (Remote)
About the Role
We're growing our technology footprint in Kazakhstan and looking for a Senior Data Engineer to join our expanding regional team. You'll design, build, and deliver modern data solutions that power our operations across Eurasia and support global business initiatives.
You'll work with a modern data stack — Azure, Databricks, Python, Scala, Spark — and collaborate daily with international engineering teams on large-scale, high-impact data platforms. As a senior member of the team, you'll bring technical leadership, mentor others, and help shape best practices. The role is fully remote, open to candidates anywhere in Kazakhstan.
This is a hands-on senior data engineering role focused on building robust, scalable data pipelines and platforms. It does not include user support or helpdesk responsibilities.
What You'll Do
- Design and develop complex data solutions that meet defined functional and technical requirements.
- Architect, build, and maintain data pipelines on Azure and Databricks, supporting both batch and large-scale processing workloads.
- Lead the migration of regional data systems to global Azure-based platforms.
- Troubleshoot and optimize complex data workflows, improve performance, and maintain clean, sustainable code.
- Define and apply advanced data quality and testing standards across the team.
- Review code, refactor legacy modules, and optimize SQL and cloud-based queries.
- Lead medium-to-large scale data engineering initiatives within the team.
- Mentor and onboard new engineers, and actively contribute to knowledge sharing and technical guidance.
What We're Looking For
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, or a related technical field.
Must-Have Technical Skills
Programming
- Python (primary language) — strong, production-level proficiency
- Scala (Spark-level proficiency)
Cloud & Big Data
- Microsoft Azure
- Azure Databricks — clusters, jobs, SQL warehouses, environments, and cost monitoring
- Apache Spark for large-scale data processing
Databases
- MS SQL or equivalent relational database experience
- Strong SQL skills for data transformation and query optimization
Experience & Languages
- 5+ years of hands-on commercial data engineering experience, including a track record of delivering production-grade data solutions.
- Proven, real-world experience with Azure + Databricks in previous senior roles.
- Experience mentoring engineers and leading technical initiatives.
- Fluent English — required for daily interaction with global teams.
What We Offer
- A chance to join a fast-growing Kazakhstan hub delivering on global initiatives.
- Work with modern cloud technologies and scalable data platforms.
- Fully remote role, open to candidates from any region in Kazakhstan.
- Collaborative culture with access to global expertise, training, and technical mentorship.
- Competitive compensation aligned with the local market.
About the Team
Our data engineering team supports production systems across the CIS and Eurasia region and is now fully transitioning to global Azure-based components. You'll join a technically strong, internationally connected team building data solutions used around the world.
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering
- 3-5 years of hands-on commercial software development experience
- Practical experience with Azure and Databricks
- Proficiency in Python
- Experience with Scala and Java is an advantage
IQVIA Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, spanning medical/dental/vision plus programs like telemedicine, EAP resources, and additional insurance options. Feedback suggests the health offering is a meaningful part of the overall rewards package, though details can vary by location and plan design.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include an employer match structure that supports employee contributions through a defined formula. This adds steady long-term value to total rewards beyond base salary.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off offerings include vacation/paid time off, holidays, and flexibility themes, with some roles described as having discretionary or unlimited time-off models. This can make the package feel more attractive even when cash compensation is viewed as only mid-range.
IQVIA Insights
What We Do
IQVIA (NYSE:IQV) is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. IQVIA creates intelligent connections across all aspects of healthcare through its analytics, transformative technology, big data resources and extensive domain expertise. IQVIA Connected Intelligence™ delivers powerful insights with speed and agility — enabling customers to accelerate the clinical development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments that improve healthcare outcomes for patients. With approximately 70,000 employees, IQVIA conducts operations in more than 100 countries. To learn more, visit www.iqvia.com.
