At Hays, we are looking for a Data Engineer for the Digital Solutions unit, reporting to the Head of Digital Transformation. The opportunity is for a global energy sector company specializing in digital technologies for utilities worldwide.
What you will do:
As Data Engineer in the Digital Solutions field, you will be responsible for all activities related to:
* Data Architecture: Collaborate with architects and development teams to design and implement efficient databases, data warehouses, and data lakes, with a strong focus on scalable and maintainable data models.
* Pipeline Development: Design and implement ETL/ELT processes for data ingestion, cleaning, and transformation.
* Governance & Quality: Enforce data governance rules to maintain security, privacy, and compliance standards; establish data quality metrics and processes to ensure clean, reliable datasets.
* Performance Monitoring: Troubleshoot and fine-tune pipelines for reliability and cost-effectiveness.
* Documentation: Define and document requirements, processes and best practices.
Who you are:
Required Qualifications
* Education & Experience: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or related field; [3+] years in data or software engineering.
* Technical Expertise: Proficiency in Python/Java/Scala, SQL, workflow orchestration (Airflow), and cloud data services.
* Data Modeling: Demonstrated competency in designing databases, data warehouses, data lakes, and efficient schema designs that support both analytical and operational use cases.
* Real-time data streaming: Experience in designing and managing real-time data pipelines using technologies such as Kafka or Kinesis
* Data Governance & Quality: Proven ability to establish and enforce data governance principles, ensuring high levels of data quality, security, and compliance.
* Soft Skills: Strong analytical skills, clear communication, and ability to work in fast-paced environments.
* Preferred Qualifications
* A strong development background, indicating robust coding practices and a solid understanding of software engineering principles.
* Knowledge and/or experience on data analytics and machine learning technologies/implementations is considered an advantage
What we search in you:
* Deep collaboration & Openness;
* Engagement & Development;
* Decision Making;
* Smart & Lean Approach;
* Think bigger;
* Customer orientation.
What we offer:
* Permanent contract.
* Attractive compensation package.
* Flexible work according to organizational norms.
* Corporate wellness including supplementary health care, wellness programs, family and parental assistance, benefits, agreements, and much more.
* Multiple options to grow in an international environment.
* Personal growth and programs of empowerment
* Extensive flexible and remote work options in accordance with organizational needs
* Corporate welfare including supplemental health care, wellness programs, family and parental caring, benefits, conventions and more
* Permanent contract in Italy (preferably Milan) or Spain (preferably Madrid)
If you are interested in the job opportunity, do not hesitate to apply and share your updated CV in ENGLISH.