Senior Data Engineer (f/m/d)

Senior Data Engineer (f/m/d) Workload: 100% Shape the future of data engineering at Axpo Iberia! As a Senior Data Engineer, you will lead the federation layer of Axpo’s DnA Platform, enabling domain teams to build, deploy, and govern data products securely and efficiently. Join us to drive innovation, operational excellence, and collaboration across Axpo’s global data landscape. What you will do: Define and maintain technical standards, templates, and reference implementations for consistent onboarding of data products. Design and optimize reusable data pipeline patterns (batch, streaming, event-driven) using Databricks Workflows, Delta Lake, and Structured Streaming. Build secure ingestion and transformation pipelines with embedded data quality checks, lifecycle policies, and governance aligned to Unity Catalog. Develop platform automation (e.g., CI/CD templates, environment provisioning) and monitor cost-efficiency practices across compute, storage, and pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align platform evolution with business needs and drive continuous improvement. Support analytics, ML, and GenAI workspaces with reusable templates and best practices for AI adoption and operational readiness. What you bring & who you are: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. 5–8 years of experience in data engineering, with expertise in Databricks, Azure, and CI/CD. Proven track record of building and optimizing large-scale data pipelines (batch, streaming, event-driven). Deep knowledge of Unity Catalog, Delta Lake, and orchestration frameworks, plus experience with FinOps and cost management in cloud environments. Familiarity with Databricks Feature Store, MLflow, Mosaic AI, and Genie Spaces for AI enablement. Strong leadership and mentoring abilities, with a proactive and analytical mindset. Excellent communication skills in English (mandatory); German or Spanish is a plus. About the team: We are a dynamic and collaborative team, passionate about enabling data-driven decision-making across Axpo. With a focus on innovation, shared ownership, and technical excellence, we work together to deliver impactful solutions in a supportive and inclusive environment. Benefits: At our company, we strive to create a culture of continuous learning, personal growth, and inter- national community involvement. We're passionate about providing our employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed, and we're confident that you'll love being part of our team! Meal allowances You can enjoy delicious meals on us, no matter if you are working remotely or on-site. *Option to use it for public transportation or childcare instead. Internet Compensation We cover the cost of your home internet connection, as we understand how essential connectivity is in the modern workplace. Training courses Our company is committed to helping our employees grow and develop their skills, which is why we offer a variety of industry- specific training courses and a learning channel. Gym Coverage Stay active and healthy with our 90% coverage benefit, which provides access to the nearby gym: Forus Selection to keep you energized throughout the day Health Insurance We take the health and well-being of our employees seriously, which is why we offer a comprehensive health insurance plan and the option to extend it to your spouse and children. At Axpo Group, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of non-discrimination, tolerance, and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications regardless of race and ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, as well as socioeconomic, cultural, and religious background. We are committed to ensuring a respectful and inclusive recruiting process and workplace for everyone. Department IT / Technology Role Permanent position Locations Madrid Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time Faces of Axpo More videos About Axpo Group Axpo's ambition is to provide society with a sustainable future through innovative energy solutions. Axpo is the largest Swiss producer of renewable energy and an international pioneer in energy trading and the marketing of solar and wind power. More than 7,500 employees combine experience and know-how with a passion for innovation and the joint search for ever better solutions. Axpo relies on innovative technologies to meet the ever-changing needs of its customers in over 30 countries in Europe, North America and Asia. Founded in 1908 Co-workers 7500