Head of Data Engineering (a)*

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Pensum:80 – 100%
Vertrag:Festanstellung
Sprache:Deutsch (Fliessend), Englisch (Fliessend)
Arbeitsort:Zürich

As the Head of Data Engineering, you will be at the forefront of our data revolution, leading a team of 15+ skilled engineers and architecting solutions that turn raw data into actionable insights. This is a high-impact role that requires technical expertise, strategic thinking, and strong leadership skills.

Your tasks

Lead the design, development, and maintenance of data integration and transformation solutions using Palantir Foundry AIP

Drive innovation in data engineering, expanding the use of Palantir Foundry AIP

Develop and implement data governance frameworks to ensure data quality, security, and compliance

Enforce best practices for consistency, scalability, and efficiency across teams

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align data engineering with business goals

Mentor and develop a team of data engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning

Lead data strategy creation to drive business value and competitive advantage

Supervise development projects, ensuring successful delivery of technical solutions

Lead technical workshops for data-driven initiatives across the organisation

Support company-wide Palantir Foundry adoption programs

Your profile

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field

Extensive experience with Palantir Foundry AIP and its best practices

Proven ability to lead and scale data engineering teams in fast-paced environments

Strong understanding of data governance principles and experience implementing governance frameworks

Excellent communication skills to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Experience in designing and implementing ETL/ELT processes and data pipelines at scale

Proficiency in data modeling, data warehousing, and big data technologies

Strong project management skills with experience in Agile methodologies

Proficient in English, German is a plus

Recruiting Process

After checking your documents, there will be a short call for initial clarifications and to make an appointment

This is followed by a video call with Merlin Bauer, Head of Data Platforms and Franziska Wildi, Recruiting Specialist (duration approx. 45 to 60 minutes)

The next step is a second on-site interview and you get to know the team

And then, at best, the contract offer will already be made

Do you feel addressed? Then we look forward to receiving your application.

We show our colours and are convinced that diversity is an opportunity. Everyone (*all) should be exactly who they are. We create a working environment in which this is possible.

For this position we only consider direct applications.

Franziska Wildi
Recruiting Specialist

+41 79 524 84 53