Head of Data Engineering (a)*
Key information
- Publication date:26 October 2024
- Workload:80 – 100%
- Contract type:Unlimited employment
- Language:German (Fluent), English (Fluent)
- Place of work: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
- 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
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
