Senior Data Engineer
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About the Position
Join Acropolium - Where People Matter, and Ideas Grow!
Acropolium is an international software development and tech consulting company with over 22 years of experience in delivering scalable, human-centric digital solutions. We partner with clients across 20+ industries - from bold startups to established unicorns - helping them grow, adapt, and thrive.
With ISO 9001 certification and 450+ successful applications behind us, we combine deep technical expertise with a people-first culture. Our core team is in it for the long run - over 60% have been with us for more than 10 years - and we’re growing fast.
About the Role
We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer to join a long-term project in the role of Data Architect.
You’ll work on designing and developing scalable data solutions using modern Databricks and Azure technologies, combining hands-on engineering with architectural responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Design and evolve scalable data architectures based on Data Lakehouse principles.
- Define technical solutions and architectural approaches for data processing, integration, and storage.
- Design, develop, and optimize data pipelines using Databricks, Apache Spark, and Python.
- Build and maintain data workflows and integrations using Azure Data Factory and Azure Storage.
- Establish and maintain data governance, access control, and data management practices using Unity Catalog.
- Ensure data solutions are scalable, reliable, secure, and maintainable.
- Collaborate with engineers and other stakeholders to translate business and technical requirements into effective data solutions.
- Contribute to technical decisions, architecture documentation, and best practices across the project.
- Identify opportunities to improve existing data solutions, processes, and overall platform performance.
Requirements
- Senior-level experience in Data Engineering, with strong architectural thinking
- Hands-on experience with Databricks, Spark, and Python
- Solid understanding of Data Lakehouse architecture
- Practical experience with Unity Catalog, Azure Data Factory, and Azure Storage
- Ability to design scalable and reliable data solutions and make technical decisions
- English - B2 or higher
- German B1 is a plus
Why Join Us?
- A culture built on empathy, transparency, and long-term relationships
- Average tenure of 5+ years - we’re a place where people stay
- Personal development plans, structured career growth, and regular performance reviews
- Strong internal communication and supportive onboarding
- Learning budget & access to internal training
- Flexibility to be yourself - we encourage individuality and family values
- Support for employees in the military
- Clients who return with new ideas - and trust us to deliver
Let’s DARE TO CREATE together.
Join Acropolium - not just a job, but a place to belong.
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Acropolium is an international software development and tech consulting company with 22 years of experience and a partnership-first approach.We help businesses grow and adapt by building scalable, human-centric solutions — from idea to launch and beyond.Over the past year, we’ve doubled our talent pool and expanded our tech stack. Today, 60% of our core team has been with us for over 10 years — just like many of our clients, who keep returning with new ideas.We’ve delivered 50+ custom solutions across 20+ industries, combining full-cycle project management, time-proven methodologies, and a personal touch.Here are some key facts about Acropolium:— We hold ISO 9001 certification as a mark of our commitment to quality development practices.— With over 450 successfully delivered applications, our experience speaks volumes about our capabilities.— We proudly count unicorns among our esteemed clientele, a testament to the trust they place in our solutions.Join us today, and let’s DARE TO CREATE* together!Our Core Values & Benefits:Culture & People-First Approach💙 On average, team members stay at Acropolium for more than 5 years🤝 Strong internal communication & empathy — we’re human-first, KPI-second👨 👩 👧 👦 Family values & social engagement are encouraged👋 Warm onboarding welcome🗣️ We listen, respond, and support individual growthEmployee Well-being & Development🎖️ Ongoing care for employees in the military📚 Learning culture: internal training + freedom to choose external courses🧭 Personal development plans (PDPs) help you grow your career with structure and support📈 Clear performance reviews & compensation rules — you’ll always know where you stand