Senior Data Engineer

finanzen.net GmbH

. Take central responsibility for building and operating the data platform .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeRemote • Karlsruhe • GermanySeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building and optimizing data platforms, with a strong focus on Databricks, Apache Spark, and scalable ELT/ETL pipelines using Airbyte and dbt. Proficient in Python and SQL, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams while maintaining a structured and independent working style.

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Data EngineeringDatabricksApache SparkELT/ETL PipelinesPython

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Hard Skills

Data EngineeringDatabricksApache SparkDbtAirbytePythonSQLCloud Data StacksData ModelingData Vault

Soft Skills

Structured Working StyleIndependent Working StyleCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

DatabricksApache SparkAirbyteDbtApache AirflowCloud Data WarehousesRedshift

Industry Keywords

Financial DataBroker DataCustomer DataMedallion Architecture

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AirflowAmazon RedshiftApacheCloudETLPythonSparkSQLVault

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Take central responsibility for building and operating the data platform
Own and optimize the Databricks environment, Spark pipelines, and workflows
Develop the data platform across architecture, data modeling, and best practices
Develop and operate scalable ELT/ETL pipelines using Airbyte and dbt
Collaborate with Senior Data Analysts on a shared stack and separate workstreams
Work with Engineering, Product, and potentially Compliance teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience as a Data Engineer
Experience with modern cloud data stacks
Strong experience with Databricks and Apache Spark
Proficiency with dbt and Airbyte
Very good knowledge of Python and/or SQL
Structured, independent working style with a strong engineering focus
Fluent in German and English
Nice to have: experience with Apache Airflow or similar orchestration tools
Nice to have: knowledge of Data Vault or Medallion Architecture
Nice to have: experience with cloud data warehouses such as Redshift
Nice to have: experience with financial data, such as broker or customer data

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employees can work remotely
Hybrid work with modern office hubs in Karlsruhe, Munich, or Berlin
Up to 15 workation days within the EU per calendar year
Training, seminars, and conferences for personal and professional development
Regular team events and a strong company culture
Health and mobility benefits, including JobRad and a public transport subsidy
Attractive financial benefits and other extras