Lead Data Engineer (m/k)

Act as the main point of contact for data access and system-related topics with senior stakeholders
Lead and mentor data engineers, promoting best practices and technical excellence
Design, build, and maintain scalable cloud infrastructure and data pipelines
Ensure data quality, security, compliance, and governance across the full lifecycle
Develop secure and reliable cloud architectures (AWS/Azure) for AI and enterprise applications
Implement monitoring, alerting, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions
Take technical ownership of applications within a DevOps environment
Drive automation and self-service capabilities
Support AI initiatives (e.g., AI Agents, RAG, MCP) with focus on quality and scalability
Stay updated on emerging technologies and advise on strategic data direction

Degree in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience
8+ years in software engineering, including 5+ years of backend development with Python (production level)
Strong experience designing and scaling complex data systems
Hands-on experience with AI technologies and cloud platforms (AWS or Azure)
Solid knowledge of Python, SQL (Java is a plus)
Experience with APIs, data integration, automation tools, and data governance
Strong understanding of data security and compliance standards
Proven leadership and mentoring experience
Excellent communication skills in English and Polish (min. B2); German is a plus

Opportunity to work in a global, international environment
Real impact on AI and cloud solutions in a large-scale organization
Access to training platforms and professional development programs
Hybrid work model with flexible hours (modern office in central Wroclaw)
Comprehensive benefits package (medical & dental care, sports card, life insurance, mental health program)
Cafeteria benefits platform with monthly points
CSR initiatives, integration events, and employee passion clubs

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