Lead Data Engineer, PLM

Airbus

Lead Data Engineer evolving Airbus’s PLM Datamesh and data products for sustainable aircraft production. Guiding Palantir, Kafka, Python, and Jenkins engineering across enterprise platforms.

Posted 9/7/2026full-timeHamburg • 🇩🇪 GermanySeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in leading the evolution of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) data landscapes, with a strong focus on data modeling, architecture, and compliance. Proficient in managing agile development workflows and building scalable data products using advanced tools and technologies.

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PLM Data Model ExperienceData ModelingData Flow ArchitectureAutomated Pipeline DevelopmentIT Scrum Framework

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Hard Skills

Data ArchitectureData Product DevelopmentData Operations ManagementPython ScriptingDatabase Schema Design

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsStakeholder EngagementAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Palantir FoundrySkywiseKafkaJenkinsCollate

Industry Keywords

Product Lifecycle ManagementData MeshAgile DevelopmentComplianceTechnical Specifications

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JenkinsKafkaPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the evolution of the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) data landscape
Bridge business strategy and technical execution as the core technical orchestrator for the PLM Datamesh architecture
Lead agile development workflows and manage critical data operations
Design next-generation data products ensuring high availability, compliance, and accuracy
Lead the transition and architectural evolution of PLM data products from relational databases to Skywise (Palantir)
Build, manage, and scale data products using Palantir Foundry, Collate, and Kafka
Maintain and optimize automated Python scripts in SCM repositories executed via Jenkins
Act as focal point for business stakeholders to gather requirements, define technical specifications, and evaluate feasibility
Provide technical guidance to developers on PLM database schemas, datamesh architecture, and data modeling
Coordinate with external development partners and oversee technical delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated experience as a Lead Developer, Data Architect, or Technical Product Owner in a complex data environment
PLM data model experience highly preferred
Deep understanding of data modeling
Deep understanding of data flow architecture
Experience building automated pipelines
Strong experience working within an IT Scrum framework
Communication skills to translate complex technical concepts into business specifications and vice versa
Ability to adapt to evolving architectures, tools, and emerging technologies
Fluent in English
German is a plus
Awareness of potential compliance risks and commitment to act with integrity

Benefits

Comp & perks

Attractive remuneration and individual additional benefits
Company pension schemes
Mobility offers, such as bike leasing
Corporate discounts with partner companies
30 days of annual leave based on the collective agreement
Flexible working hours (flextime)
Mobile working
Part-time options
Job sharing
Sabbatical opportunities
Excellent professional development opportunities
International, group-wide career perspectives
On-site company doctor
Comprehensive health programs, including sports courses and preventive care
Canteen and cafeteria
Local childcare facilities at selected locations
Diverse and inclusive working environment