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For our client, a leading company in the MedTech field in Rotkreuz, we are currently looking for a Senior Data Engineer.
Background:
As a Senior Data Engineer you will lead the development and optimization of a robust data infrastructure that drives our DOD operations and data products. In this strategic role, you’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams - including data scientists, subject matter experts, and fellow data engineers - to design, transform, and enhance data assets that are foundational to our advanced modelling approaches. You’ll take a lead role in shaping and scaling data product standards across Global Operations, ensuring alignment, quality, and impact at the organisational level.
Beyond hands-on contributions, you’ll provide technical guidance to juniors and fellow data engineers alike, establishing best practices and fostering a culture of innovation.
The perfect candidate has a Master’s degree in Computer Science or Data Engineering and brings over 5 years experience in data engineering with a track record in architecting and scaling large data systems. Also we are looking for someone with proven experience in building and managing data pipelines and products.
General Info:
* Start Date ASAP - 01.09.2025
* End Date 31.08.2026, extension possible
Tasks and Responsibilities:
* Lead Data Pipelines & Storage: Design and build scalable data pipelines for real-time and batch processing. Drive architectural decisions and long-term planning for scalable, FAIR data products.
* High-Quality Data Products: Create high-quality data products adhering to FAIR principles. Address complex challenges, ensure compliance, and make strategic decisions to shape data roadmaps.
* Collaboration & Integration: Model data landscapes, acquire data extracts, and define secure exchange methods in collaboration with experts and cross-functional teams.
* Data Ingestion & Processing: Ingest and process data from diverse sources into Big Data platforms (e.g., Snowflake). Develop ERDs and reusable pipelines for advanced analytics.
* Technical Guidance & Governance: Contribute to our Data Mesh Engineering Collective to establish data governance standards, ensure regulatory compliance and data security. Mentor others and promote best practices.
* Information Security & Infrastructure Collaboration: Ensure adherence to information security standards. Collaborate with infrastructure teams for tailored tech stacks. Make independent decisions on data strategies.
* Innovation & Knowledge Sharing: Shape the data engineering roadmap and set standards for data quality and governance. Proactively share best practices.
* Technical Proficiency: Maintain proficiency in data engineering tech stacks, data quality, and observability tools (e.g., Ataccama, Monte Carlo).
* Adherence to Standards: Ensure compliance with relevant guidelines and data governance standards. Develop long-term enterprise tools.
Your Profile:
* Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field.
* Over 5 years in data engineering with a track record in architecting and scaling large data systems.
* 5+ years of experience in leading and mentoring data engineers.
* Proven experience in building and managing data pipelines and products.
* Skilled in handling structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data.
* Proficiency in Python, Java, SQL, or Scala, and experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark).
* Expertise in multiple cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and data warehousing technologies (preferably Snowflake).
* Deep understanding of Information Security to ensure compliant handling and management of process data.
* Familiarity with data modeling and ETL tools.
* Knowledge of version control systems like Git and CI/CD pipelines.
* Proficiency in implementing robust testing practices and monitoring pipelines for performance, reliability, and data quality.
* Proven ability to communicate complex solutions to varied technical audiences.
* Strong organizational and interpersonal skills for delivering results and optimizing resources.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
* Strong ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders, trust building and reliable delivery of solutions
Nice to haves:
* 3+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
* Experience with REST APIs and integrating data from various sources.
* Knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., GMP, FDA) and Quality systems.
* Experience with AI-driven data solutions and machine learning pipelines.
* Experience with ML platforms (e.g., Dataiku).
* Knowledge of software engineering best practices (code reviews, testing, maintainability).
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Temporary
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology
* Industries
Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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