Associate Lead Data Engineer

ABOUT MATIFIC

Matific is a fast-growing, AI-first global EdTech company delivering a world-class, research-driven mathematics learning platform for schools. Used by millions of students, teachers and families in over 70 countries, Matific empowers learners through interactive, adaptive and pedagogically rigorous digital experiences.

Recognised internationally for excellence, Matific has received top industry honours including the GESS, Global Edtech Prize, CODiEs, Academics' Choice, and EdTech Digest awards.

With over $50M USD invested and a global team of 200+ employees, Matific operates as a modern SaaS organisation – leveraging AI, data, and adaptive learning technology to help schools and ministries improve outcomes at scale. Our mission is to deliver equitable access to high-quality mathematics education and to support meaningful systemic improvement worldwide.

THE ROLE

Matific is seeking an Associate Lead Data Engineer to own the data function. This will include developing and maintaining the data infrastructure as well as leading the BI and data engineering function. This is largely a hands-on position and includes leading a small team. Matific is looking for someone who is incredibly smart, passionate, talented and simply gets stuff done. Given the scale-up nature of the company, you will need to be flexible and inventive in the delivery of your strategy. This role will be based in Sri Lanka. Our data infrastructure is fully AWS cloud-based.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own the end-to-end design, development, and maintenance of data solutions.
• Together with the team, build and maintain the company’s ETL and data flows.
• Assist the product,web and app development teams with any data-related tasks and queries.
• Build and maintain both our applicative databases, our data warehouse and data-related AWS services.
• Mentor, guide and nurture junior members of the team.
• Participate in organisation level initiatives and add value in this leadership role.

Requirements

• AI first mindset and skilled in using AI for coding.
• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) & interpersonal skills in English.
• Passion for data and an attention to detail.
• Self-starter with 'can-do' attitude in a dynamic work environment.
• 8+ years of experience in data architecture or in a data related role.
• In depth knowledge in AWS, Linux, SQL, Python, and Latest Database trends.
• Previous experience with streaming data pipelining tools such as Kafka is an added advantage.
• Deep knowledge of SQL query performance optimization.
• Understanding in AI and ML concepts is an added advantage.

Benefits

• A business with a strong purpose: to provide quality education to children everywhere.
• A fast and exciting scale-up environment.
• Work in the booming Edtech industry.
• Collaborate closely with seasoned, successful entrepreneurs from around the world.
• Opportunity to work with cloud-based cutting-edge technologies, including streaming data architecture, advanced data warehousing using Data Vault 2.0, big data platforms, and machine learning pipelines.
• Opportunity to innovate and challenge the status quo.
• Great remuneration, paid in USD.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage for you and your family, ensuring your health and well-being.
• Flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Access to continuous learning opportunities to enhance your skills and grow your career.