About the Position

As a Senior Data Engineer, you will be a key contributor within a team of eight experts, shaping up the data infrastructure behind one of Europe’s largest Virtual Power Plants. You will design scalable data platforms, drive architectural decisions with long-term impact, and enable teams across the organization to leverage data effectively. Beyond building solutions, you will take ownership of critical data infrastructure, collaborate closely with technical and business stakeholders, and drive the evolution of our data architecture.

Flexible working hours are not just an empty phrase for us, but an everyday reality. Whether full-time or part-time – let us know what works best for you.

Responsibilities

Design and develop scalable data platforms
Drive architectural decisions with long-term impact
Enable teams to leverage data effectively
Collaborate closely with technical and business stakeholders
Drive the evolution of our data architecture

Requirements

Completed degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of skills and experience
Several years of experience as a Data Engineer or Platform Engineer
Hands-on experience with Data Engineering tools such as Apache Airflow, Azure EventHubs, Apache Kafka, DBT, or comparable tools
Practical experience with cloud platforms (ideally Azure)
Strong software engineering skills and proficiency in at least two programming languages
Understanding of modern Data Engineering principles
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
Confident use of English as a working language (German is a plus but not required)

We Offer

Hybrid Work

Work remotely and meet your colleagues in the office. We supply you with the equipment you need.

Mobility

Lease a bike of your choice as a company bike and receive an allowance for your public transport ticket, which is valid all over Germany.

Sports Offers

Stay in shape with our company’s own sports offers and use the possibilities of the urban sports club membership at a reduced price.

Development

We encourage our employees to invest up to four working days per year in training and cover the costs. In addition, we offer in-house English and German courses, as well as individual coachings.

Part-time in Any Shape or Form

Flexible working hours are normal for us. With our flextime working model, you can save up additional holidays and use them flexibly. This leaves enough time for hobbies and family.

Vacation

We offer 28 days of paid holidays, plus Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve in addition. As a Cologne-based company, the infamous "Rosenmontag" is a day off too. We also give you a special day off on your birthday so you can celebrate yourself.

Parties

Join us at the next summer party, winter party, and the hackathon!

Central Location

Our premises are located on a site that used to be a lamp factory in the lively Cologne Ehrenfeld.

Flat Hierarchies

We communicate on the same level and embrace open-mindedness.

Employee Assistance Program

We care about you. That's why we offer extra support with our employee assistance program. We offer external support for challenges in your private and professional life.

Recharge

Organic fruit and vegetables, "kölscher" coffee, and collective cooking sessions are part of Next.

Have We Raised Your Interest?

We offer you a friendly team in which you have much room to contribute your ideas, as well as a challenging and varied job with a high level of personal responsibility. Join us in shaping the energy transition in Europe. If this job description suits you, please send us a detailed application via the link below.

Mareva, Talent Managerin at Next Kraftwerke

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Contact

Next Kraftwerke GmbH

Lichtstr. 43g

50825 Köln

Telefon: +49 221/ 82 00 85 - 0

[email protected]

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