Senior Data Engineer / Solutions Architect (m/f)

About this Position

About the job We are looking for an experienced Senior Data Engineer to design, build and continuously improve scalable data solutions on Databricks. You will combine hands-on engineering with technical ownership, shaping solutions from requirements and technical design through implementation and operation. The role also offers opportunities to contribute to technical product decisions and solution architecture, allowing you to influence technical direction, priorities and the evolution of our data solutions.

What you´ll do

• Design, develop and optimize data pipelines and data models in Databricks
• Build reliable, scalable and maintainable data solutions
• Develop and maintain data integration and transformation processes
• Translate business and product requirements into effective technical solutions
• Take technical ownership of solutions and contribute to technical backlog priorities
• Contribute to solution design, architecture and technology decisions
• Ensure high standards of performance, reliability, maintainability and data quality
• Apply engineering best practices, including version control, automated testing, CI/CD, monitoring and documentation
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and drive continuous improvement
• Contribute to engineering standards and knowledge sharing

What makes you a good fit

• University degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Software Engineering or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Proven professional experience in data engineering or software development with a strong data focus
• Strong hands-on experience with Databricks, Python and SQL
• Experience designing and optimizing production data pipelines and data models
• Good understanding of cloud-based data platforms, modern data architectures and integration patterns
• Experience taking technical ownership of a product or solution and translating requirements into technical priorities
• Experience with automated testing, CI/CD, monitoring and version control
• Awareness of security and governance aspects of data products is a strong plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a pragmatic, hands-on mindset
• Experience with BI/reporting tools like Power BI is a plus
• Fluent English and confidence working in an international, geographically distributed environment

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model and up to 30 days per year for remote work abroad
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Globally applicable well-being standards, including health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• 13th salary, incentives
• Cafeteria benefit system, Multisport card
• Henkel shop and Henkel nursery school
• Extra paid days off for special events, referral and relocation bonus

Salary: €2,800 – €3,600 gross per month. The advertised amount represents a starting salary range. The final salary will be determined based on the above criteria and confirmed after the interview process.

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.