
Data Engineer
ruhr.agency (ruhrdot GmbH)
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Essen • Germany
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Salary
💰 €50,000 - €70,000 per year
About the role
- Elicitation and technical analysis of complex client requirements and translating them into scalable data architectures
- Designing and implementing modern database structures, data models, and highly available data pipelines
- Automating and orchestrating workflows (CI/CD)
- Connecting, transforming, and cleansing heterogeneous data sources
- Actively shaping the development lifecycle in close coordination with clients and team members using agile methodologies
Requirements
- Degree in a STEM field or comparable qualification with a strong technical focus
- At least 2 years of solid professional experience in implementing data engineering use cases
- In-depth knowledge of database modeling and implementation of ETL/ELT pipelines
- Expert-level proficiency in SQL and confidence with at least one additional programming language — ideally Python
- Experience with modern data platforms such as Databricks or Snowflake and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Knowledge of big data frameworks (e.g., Spark) is a strong plus
- Familiarity with agile working methods (Scrum, Kanban)
Benefits
- Varied tasks and challenges that offer opportunities for personal and professional development
- Open and friendly work environment
- Plenty of autonomy and emphasis on collaboration
- Transparent communication with regular team meetings
- Working with the latest technologies and innovative tools
- Modern office with high-quality equipment
- Flexible work-life balance through remote work/Home-office options
- Financial support for further training and personal development
- Attractive benefits such as fringe benefits, team events, company pension scheme, discounts, and much more...
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
data architecturedatabase structuresdata modelsdata pipelinesETLELTSQLPythonbig data frameworksdata engineering
Soft Skills
elicitationtechnical analysisagile methodologiesworkflow automationclient coordinationteam collaboration
Certifications
degree in STEM field